All about

Maranao's
Let us talk about the largest
of the Muslim cultural-
linguistic groups of the
Philippines.
 HISTORY
The Maranao are known for their artistic
weaving, woodworking, and metalwork. The term
"Maranao" refers to the people who lived in the
area surrounding Lake Lanao in the Bukidnon-
Lanao Plateau, which is 2,200 feet above sea
level. They are one of the Philippines' largest
Islamic groups. Marawi City, Lumba-a-bayabao,
and Bayang are among the most important
locations.
During the nominal occupancy of the
Philippines by the Spanish, and afterwards by
the Americans and the Japanese, the Maranaos,
like other Indigenous and Mindanao Lumads,
had tribal leaders known as Datu. Due to the
influence of Muslim missionaries, they
developed into a kingdom with a Sultan in the
14th century, following the advent of Islam.
 Introduction
The Maranao are a Magindanao breakaway group who
converted to Islam; all families can trace their religious roots
back to Sharif Kabunsuan, who brought Islam to the area.
Communities are centered on a mosque and a torogan, a royal
residence belonging to the area's most powerful economic
family. The Maranao are widespread and play a significant part
in market trading. The torogan structure is undoubtedly the most
outstanding example of Filipino secular architecture, aside from
exotic textiles, metalwork, and woodcraft. The awang, or dugout
boat, used in Lake Lanao is one of the most unusual and
decorative dugouts in the world.
Maranao textiles are famous for their unique details and
patterns, which signify the user's status. The design components
that make up the okil are extremely well-organized. The sari-
manok and naga, abstract animate forms of the cock and dragon
or serpent, respectively, are notable. They also wear a malong
tube skirt, which is a one-of-a-kind tube skirt.
 Maranao is the Philippines' largest Muslim

Maranao People cultural and linguistic minority. They resided

around Lake Lanao on Mindanao's southern
island, where they numbered about 840,000 in
the late twentieth century. The Maranao, like
all Filipino Muslims, are distinguishable from
the Christians, who make up the vast bulk of
the country's population. The clan owns the
land, which is governed by regional leaders
known as datus. Islamic customs govern
marriage and family life. The languages of all
Muslim groups are closely connected to the
Austronesian (Malayo-Polynesian) family of
languages, which includes the languages of
the central Philippines.
The childbearing and raising practices of 160
Maranao mothers were studied, and the
Beliefs of
directing objectives of these families for their
children were inferred to be protection and
pride. The Maranao are a fundamentalist
Maranao's
Muslim group from the Philippines' southern
region. They use both traditional and
scientific procedures to avoid birth
deformities, assist uncomplicated delivery,
protect the kid and mother from evil spirits,
and help the child develop courage and
family pride, all of which they share with
many other Filipinos. The argument was made
that if we interpret Maranao conduct via an
alien conceptual system and presume that
Maranao mothers have the same intentions
for their children as Western mothers, neither
Filipinos nor Western readers will grasp what
we witness among the Maranao.
 Maranao Culture
Culture about their clothes
Maranao ladies dress in distinctively Maranao fashions. The malong
is a type of clothing material that can be worn in a variety of ways. It
can be worn as a skirt, a dress, a blouse, or a gown by women. It is used
by the rest of the family as a hammock, a fruit basket, a sleeping bag, a
bathrobe, a baby carriage, or a plain market bag.
Culture about Metal Craft
Tugaya is a thriving town on the shores of beautiful Lake Lanao. Brass is
a popular item in the town. Brassware has been produced in the area
since the fifteenth century. Cauldrons, betel pots, vases, kris handles,
kulintang, gong, mortar, and saddle are among their items. These
objects have one-of-a-kind designs that are mostly carved with ukkil.
Culture about Architecture
The Indus River and the Islamic religion have both inspired Maranao
architecture. In maranao homes, mosques, and tools, the influence of
Islam can be seen in the ukkil carvings. The naga or S carvings on the
eaves of homes, boat bows, chess pieces, and the Sarimanok are all
examples of Hindu influence. The mosque is a place of worship for
Muslims. It is composed of wood and has a seating capacity of 40-44
worshipers. The mosque is lovely, with ukkil patterns on the walls.
 Maranao's Traditions
The Maranaos have a strong sense of superstition. They
believe in the ANTING-ANTING amulets' hidden powers. They
think that wearing these items around their necks, arms, or
legs will bring them good luck.
It may be tough to court a Maranao lady. A suitor
should be the town's most diligent and patient bachelor. A
go-between is required to arbitrate between the groom's
contracting parties. The groom's parents contact the
bride's parents to express their desire for their son to marry.
The dowry is announced by the woman's family. When
everything is in order, the wedding celebration may begin
with joy and merriment.
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