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STA. ROSA SCULPTURE OF THE RIVERA FAMILY IN MURCIA

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STA. ROSA SCULPTURE OF THE RIVERA FAMILY IN MURCIA

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The Sta. Rosa wooden statue, owned by the Rivera family, is a life-sized religious image made in 1946 and has lasted 78 years. It is known for surviving a fire set by Japanese soldiers during World War II. The community believes the statue has the power to stop bad weather and often carries it during festivals. It symbolizes faith, resilience, and protection, inspiring people through Sta. Rosa’s example of selflessness and service. Although it shows signs of aging like stains and fading, it is kept safe in a chapel, but there is concern about future care due to the lack ...
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DUYAN SA TUMPOK

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Duyan-making in Sitio Tumpok, Murcia is a traditional craft where families, hand-weave hammocks from Uway (rattan) gathered from nearby forests. The process is labor-intensive, often requiring week-long trips to collect raw materials, followed by careful drying, framing with bamboo, and intricate weaving. This skill is passed down within families, with elders teaching the younger generation to ensure the tradition continues. Duyan-making is both a source of income and a cultural practice that reflects the creativity, patience, and craftsmanship of the people. However, the tradition faces challenges like deforestation, scarcity of materials, and competition from mass-produced hammocks, although efforts to promote ...
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