The Prowess

of Aliguyon
Lesson 3: The Prowess of Aliguyon

 Our regional folk epics mirror the culture

and society of the region where it
originated. In every regional Filipino epic
lies stories of the valor and greatness of
a hero who shows not only strength of
body but also strength of will and
character.
What is an EPIC?
What is an EPIC?
Readpp. 44-45
Answer Exercise 1
 Unlocking of Difficulties
1. Austerity – simple life
2. Ostentation – unnecessary display of
wealth
3. Spear – weapon with sharp edges
4. Valor – courage or bravery
 Vocabulary Words:
5. Precocious – having or showing
qualities of an adult at an early age
6. Prowess- distinguished bravery or
extraordinary ability
Characters:
Amtulao – father of Aliguyon
Dumulao – mother of Aliguyon
Aliguyon – son of Amtulao and
Dumulao
Pangaiwan – contender of Amtulao
Characters:
Pumbakhayon – son of Pangaiwan
Bugan – daughter of Pangaiwan
Settings:
Hannanga
Daligdigan
Thatched House
Ifugao
Ifugao
Tourists
Tradition
Events:
 Amtulao and Dumulao are very rich but
they are unhappy.
They offered numerous sacrifices to the
spirits.
They lived frugally, simply, and they have
austerity and lack of ostentation.
Bulul (rice god)
Mumbaki
Dumulao gave birth to Aliguyon.

Childhood:
precocious
quickly learned songs
recites long prayers
skilled with spear and shield
Age of 3: first fish, and pig
Age of 5: wild chickens
Age of 7: companion of
Amtulao on hunting trips
Hunting Backpack
 Aliguyon became the favorite of all
people in Hannanga
Amtulao taught him the arts of
hunting, fishing, and stories of valor
and prowess
He also told him the tension between
him and Pangaiwan his contender
Headhunters
When he reached his manhood, he
calls his friends, “skilled warriors”
He shared stories about glories in war,
victories, prizes that they could bring
home, fame and adventures.
His fellow skilled warriors joined the
plan of Aliguyon
Tops (Trumpo)
In Daligdigan
He challenged Pangaiwan
Pambukhayon stoop up for his
father
During the war, no one got
hurt and wounded.
They started to admire each other’s
bravery, humility and courage.
The people in both Hannanga and
Daligdigan started to like each other.
Aliguyon sooner realized that he does not
want to kill him anymore.
They had a huge celebration after the war
Throughout the feast, Aliguyon was
fascinated by a girl.
She is the daughter of Pangaiwan.
Aliguyon requested to Pangaiwan to
bring her daughter in Hannanga and
marry her.
Bugan thought of Aliguyon as…
Pangaiwan gave his blessing to
Aliguyon and Bugan
Aliguyon brought her to Hannanga
and ask for the blessing of his
parents and told them that their
enemy in Daligdigan is no longer an
enemy, but a friend
Ifugao Courtship
Ifugao Wedding
Peace did come to Amtulao
and Dumulao, to Hannanga
and Diligdigan, and to Bugan
and Aliguyon.
They got married and had
many children
Questions
1. What makes the story of Aliguyon
an epic?
2. How do parents influence their
children’s actions?
3. How do we resolve conflicts
peacefully?
½ crosswise

1. What desirable traits of

people is reflected in the
story? Illustrate your
answer.
Use your own words in answering.

Trait Shown by Event

1. Which which in which
characteristic character? situation/part
of the story?
2. Kindness Moon reminded Sun
1 point 1 point not to touch
their children
3 points
½ crosswise
Below your table.
Give a thematic statement
based on the epic.
5 points
Example:Disregarding a reminder from a
person showing concern may lead to
undesirable circumstances.