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SAN VICENTE FERRER SCULPTURE OF BITOON ILAWOD CHAPEL IN CUARTERO

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SAN VICENTE FERRER SCULPTURE OF BITOON ILAWOD CHAPEL IN CUARTERO

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The San Vicente Ferrer sculpture is a wooden religious statue found in the Bitoon Ilawod Chapel in Cuartero, Capiz, made in the 1930s and about 85 years old. Crafted from santol wood, it features detailed carving, a gold-painted crown, and a black-and-white dress with gold accents, contributing to its visual appeal. The sculpture is deeply valued by local devotees who believe in its miraculous powers, especially during feast days when a blessing ritual called “palapak” is performed. It holds historical importance as a symbol of the long-standing Catholic faith in the community, serving as a spiritual focus for prayers and ...
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