Religious Object Archives - Page 2 of 3 - Cultural Mapping of Panay and Guimaras

February 18, 2026

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The 1894 bell of the Parish of the Holy Child in Lemery was donated by Don Melchor Solinap and has served as an important religious and cultural symbol for 130 years. Made of metal and engraved with Spanish inscriptions, the bell is used to call the community for Mass and to alert them when someone is near death, a tradition known locally as “Agoniya.” It has spiritual significance in Catholic rituals, marking key moments during worship, and gathering the community for shared prayer and events. The bell’s history reflects both Spanish influence and local devotion for the town. Currently, it ...

Religious Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

RELICS OF SAN VICENTE FERRER OF THE ARCHDIOCESAN SHRINE OF ST. VINCENT FERRER IN LEGANES

Iloilo, Leganes

February 18, 2026

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The relics of San Vicente Ferrer in the Archdiocesan Shrine of Leganes include a piece of nail and a piece of cloth, both believed to be connected to the saint. These relics are housed in beautifully crafted reliquaries, one ornate with a Russian-style cross and another with a red background frame. Previously, the relics were displayed for public veneration every first Friday and during the town’s annual fiesta, though this tradition stopped during the pandemic. The relics hold deep spiritual, historical, and social meaning, reflecting the town’s long-standing devotion to San Vicente Ferrer. Currently, the relics are secured in a ...

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1883 CAMPANA MUJER OF GUIMBAL PARISH CHURCH

Guimbal, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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The 1883 Campana Mujer is a copper church bell owned by Guimbal Parish Church and is about 140 years old. It has a cross and the year of manufacture engraved on it, and it is used to signal mass times, burials, and prayers for the dying. The bell is rung first during funerals of females and children under seven, and it also alerts the community during events like natural disasters. Only trained bell ringers, or Kampaneros, are allowed to ring it to keep its sound clear and meaningful. The bell shows signs of oxidation and rust, especially on the clapper, ...

Religious Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

SANTO ENTIERRO SCULPTURE OF THE DIASNES FAMILY IN DUMANGAS

Dumangas, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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The Santo Entierro Sculpture in Dumangas is a life-sized image of the Dead Christ or Santo Entierro Sculpture (Holy Burial), estimated to be about 120 years old, owned by the Diasnes family. It was bought in the early 1900s and is used in Good Friday processions, symbolizing Jesus’ sacrifice and hope for believers. The sculpture is detailed, with original paint still intact, and can also be used as a life-sized crucifix. It holds strong spiritual meaning, with devotees praying, kissing it, and even using strands of its hair as talismans for healing and luck. During Holy Week, spiritual healers place ...

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1896 BELL OF THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH OF CONCEPCION

Concepcion, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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The 1896 bell of the Roman Catholic Church of Concepcion is a historic object that remains in the church’s bell tower, though it no longer rings properly due to cracks and breaks. Measuring nearly a meter in height and weighing eight pounds, the bell bears markings of its production year and serves as a symbol of faith and tradition. Locals believe it was once stolen by a neighboring town and recovered years later, and elders still associate its 6 PM toll with warnings for children to go home. Despite its value, the bell is deteriorating, facing damage and neglect, with ...

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MOTHER DOLOROSA SCULPTURE IN BAROTAC VIEJO

Barotac Viejo, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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The Mother Dolorosa is a 4-foot ceramic statue from 1904, owned by the Banaynal family and originally passed down from their great-grandfather. It wears a black gown with gold details, a gold crown, and holds a golden heart pierced by five swords, symbolizing Mary’s sorrow. Every year during Lent, the statue is decorated with fruits and flowers for a town-wide procession, a tradition kept alive by the family’s devotion and support. It holds deep spiritual meaning for the family, who believe they receive blessings through their continued service and care of the statue. It remains in excellent condition and is ...

Religious Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

NUESTRA SEÑORA DEL SANTO ROSARIO Y SANTO NIÑO HESUS SCULPTURE OF THE DAIRO FAMILY IN BAROTAC NUEVO

Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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The Nuestra Señora del Santo Rosario y Santo Niño Hesus is a 24-inch tall ivory and wood statue believed to be over 300 years old, currently cared for by the Dairo family. The statue, brought from Spain before 1710, became a central religious symbol in Barotac Nuevo and was key in the town’s establishment as a parish. It features detailed craftsmanship, with ivory heads and hands, and includes a smaller statue of the Santo Niño with abaca hair. The image plays a vital role during religious events like Flores de Mayo and Easter, where it symbolizes hope, unity, and devotion. ...

Religious Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

LINGGANAY SANG PAROKYA NI SAN ANTONIO DE PADUA SA BAROTAC NUEVO

Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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The St. Anthony de Padua Church in Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo, houses three historic bells (locally called Lingganay or Campana), dating from 1672, 1842, and 1968, all of which were donated by prominent town figures and reflect centuries of Catholic tradition. These bronze bells, adorned with Christian symbols and Spanish inscriptions, played vital roles in community life, marking the time, signaling Mass, and commemorating key life events like funerals and weddings. The bells prompt townspeople to pause for evening prayer (the Orasyon) and once served as a wake-up signal before modern clocks were common. Over time, exposure to the elements and ...

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1894 CHURCH BELL OF THE ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH IN BANATE

Banate, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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The century-old bronze bell of St. John the Baptist Church, cast on May 10, 1894, by the renowned foundry of Hilario Sunico in Manila, weighs around 200–360 kg and features Spanish inscriptions and ornate religious engravings. Originally donated by Doña Baban during Fr. Arquero’s tenure, it served for decades in Banate as a symbol of faith, calling people to prayer and marking life events like baptisms, weddings, and funerals. The bell’s daily tolling at 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. fostered spiritual reflection among people and also serving as an indication of time. Now cracked and no longer in use, it ...

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SEÑOR SAN BLAS SCULPTURE OF THE IGLESIA FILIPINA INDEPENDIENTE CHURCH OF BRGY. BALANTI-AN

Balanti-an, Balasan, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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The Señor San Blas sculpture, made of hardwood and about 36 cm tall, belongs to the Iglesia Filipina Independiente Church in Brgy. Balanti-an and is estimated to be over 80 years old. Donated by the Bataga family, it plays a central role in local religious life, serving as the barangay’s patron saint. It is believed to have healing powers, with rituals like “haplas” and “patapak” where devotees touch or step on it for relief from illness. The statue is featured in annual fiestas, processions, and vows, and its presence is tied to stories of miraculous recovery. Originally found in a ...

1894 BELL OF THE PARISH OF THE HOLY CHILD IN LEMERY

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