PANGHIMALAY
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Panghimalay is a traditional ritual led by a Merko or Babaylan to seek permission from unseen spirits when constructing or occupying a building. It involves offerings like boiled chicken, feathers, and candle lighting, with prayers recited thrice during specific days and times believed to be spiritually significant. The ritual remains actively practiced and is believed to prevent misfortunes, as seen in cases where its absence led to unexplained discomfort. However, modernization and changing beliefs pose threats to its continuity, though efforts like documentation help safeguard the tradition.
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