FILIPINO CULTURAL

VALUES
 CULTURAL VALUES
o Refers to the core principles and
ideals upon which an entire
community exists and protect and
rely upon for existence and
harmonious relationship.
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DAMAYAN SYSTEM

o Denotes a good relationship among the

people in the family or within the group or
community and connotes helping one
another in time of need.

o In case of death of a certain member of the

Community, the whole community
sympathizes with the bereaved family.
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BAYANIHAN

o  Filipinos help
one another without expecting
anything in return so that undertaking their
tasks and responsibilities become much
easier. Sometimes this is called “community
spirit.”
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FAMILISM/CLOSE FAMILY RELATION
o Filipinos are known for having strong and close
family ties. They place high regard and put
importance on their family before anything else.

o A trait wherein family members should be taken

care and supported regardless of whether he/she
did something wrong, a family member must given
attention and should not be abandoned.
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HOSPITALITY
o Filipinos are known for treating all tourists with
respect, regardless of race.

o When a visitor visits their home, there will be a

feast or a huge celebration since it is a tradition for
Filipinos to prepare abundant Filipino cuisine for
guests to sample their culture through food.

o The Filipinos, being hospitable, makes the culture

of the country outstandingly distinct.
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WORSHIP

o Refers to a local Filipino tradition and

practice showing love to God and it is
usually done together with family, it is
done whether Roman Catholic or not.
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RESILIENCY

o In times of Calamities and Catastrophes,

Filipinos always manage to rise above
the challenge. Instead of wallowing, they
manage to pick themselves up and
smile.
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RESPECT TO ELDERS
o A distinct tradition in every Filipino to respect older
people both in words and actions.

o “Pagmamano” is a Filipino gesture often done by

young people to the elders as a sign of respect.
This is done by gently striking the elder's right hand
to the young's forehead.

o Also, addressing elders with “po” at the end of

sentences and answering, “opo” to reply “yes” are
ways on showing respect.
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COURTESY

o Courtesy is a Filipino value in socializing, in

which someone has to engage his/herself in
the community to create strong
relationships toward people.
Thank you!
Presented by:

Sunshine Gallardo
Jazmin Shane B. Belleza
Robin Lomerio