Introduction :

Our culture is a big reflection of our

great and complex history. It is
influenced by most of the people we
have interacted with. A blend of the
Malayo-Polynesian and Hispanic culture
with the influence from Chinese, Indians
Arabs, and other Asian cultures really
contribute to the customs and traditions
of the Filipinos.

The Filipino Customs

and Traditions
 1. Having close family ties
is also one of their unique
traits. It is one of the
outstanding cultural values
that Filipinos have.

2.The Bayanihan-Its the spirit

of communal unity or effort to
achieve a parcular object.

3.Courtship - We Filipinos are very romantic

when it comes to heart affairs Serenading or
harana in Tagalog is one of the most popular
forms of courtship to show that a man is very
serious with his intentions to a woman.
4.Religion- The Philippines is one of
he predominantly Roman Catholic
nationsinAsia-Pacific. Their habit of
going to church and often praying
reflects that Filipinos have a deep
faith and belief when it comes to
religion.
5.Superstition-In the
Philippines supersatious
beliefs have grown
throughout the country.
6. Marriage and Wedding
Customs-In the country,
marriage is a sacred union of
man and women after a period
 7.Death- Death in the Philippines is
one of the most important occasions
in family life. For many Filipinos a
death of a relative is an opportunity
to strengthen ties in the family.

8.Society - The Philippines is a

combined society, both
singular and plural form. It is
singular as one nation, but
plural in that it fragmented
geographically and culturally.
9.Christmas in the Philippines is
considered as one of the biggest holidays in
the archipelago We earned the distinction
of celebrating the world's longest
Christmas season.

10 Fiestas - Every town and city in the

Philippines has a fiesta of its own
whatever time of the year it is, there's
sure to be a fiesta going on somewhere.
Festas in the Philippines are held to
celebrate a patron saint.
11.Living with Parents-Filipinos
highly value the presence of family
more than anything Adult children
living with their parents are another
Filipine traditional that make them
The Filipino people are very
resilient - in times of calamities
and catastrophe Filipinos always
manage to rise above the
challenge Instead of wallowing
they manage to pick themselves
up and smile.
Filipinos take pride in their families-In
the Philippines, it is family first,So
whether you are part of the immediate
family or you belong to the third or
fourth generation you are treated as a
family member Sometimes, even the
closest of friends are considered family,
too
Filipinos are very religious- In
all corners of a Filipino house,
you can find brazen images of
crosses and other religious
paraphernalia. They go to
church every Sunday, or
sometimes even twice or three
times a week.
Filipinos are very respectful- From
the moment they are born into this
world, they are already taught how
to be respectful by using these
simple catchphrases-po and opo
words that end sentences when
addressing elders They have a
 5. Filipinos help one another More
popularly known as bayanihan.
Filipinos help one another-without
expecting anything in return-so
that undertaking their tasks and
responsibilities become much
easier.
6.Filipinos value traditions and
culture-For Filipinos, traditions in
their home and in their family are
important. They usually set aside a
specific day for a certain celebration
like festivals, birthday parties,
reunions, etc. And of course, every
gathering is dedicated to keeping up
with each other over sumptuous
7.Filipinos have the longest
Christmas celebrations-Even as early
as August you can hear Christmas
songs and jingles being played in the
malls or in the restaurants in the
Philippines. The mood becomes
festive, with many people shopping
and in good spirits.
8.Filipinos love art and architecture-Just
look at the massive and tall buildings
everywhere. Filipinos have a penchant for
bringing art and architecture to a whole
new level.
9.The Filipinos are hospitable people-Foreign visitors
in the country are treated with the utmost respect.
This trait is usually seen during fiestas and holidays
where many Filipinos are giving their best to
entertain their visitors well.
FILIPINO FAMILY
VALUES
Paggalang (Respect) The English translation of paggalang
means to be respectful or to give respect to a person.
Filipinos are accustomed to using the words "po opo,"
and "ho" when they are conversing with older people or,
sometimes, with those who are in a high role or a
prestigious member of society. Using these words is
customary in the Philippines, and it shows a sign of
respect if you do so.
Pakikisama (Helping Others) Pakikisama has the
connotation of getting along with people in general.
There is a general yearning to be accepted and
well-liked among Filipinos. This applies to one and
his or her friends, colleagues, boss, and even
relatives. This desire is what steers one to perform
pakikisama.
 Utang na loob (Debt of Gratitude)-Utang na loob
means to pay your debt with gratitude. With utang
na loob, there is usually a system of obligation.
When this value is applied, it imparts a sense of
duty and responsibility on the younger siblings to
serve and repay the favors done to them by their
elders.

Pagpapahalaga sa Pamilya (Prioritizing Family)-

Pagpapahalaga sa pamilya is in other words, putting
importance on your family. This implies that a person will
place a high regard on his/her family and prioritize that
before: anything else.
 Damayan System-extending
sympathy for people who lost
Hiya (Shame) -This
their loved ones In case of death
means shame. This
of a certain member of the
controls the social
community, the whole
behaviors and
community sympathizes with
interactions of a Filipino.
the bereaved family.
Compassionate a Filipino trait of being sympathetic to
others even the person is a stranger. An example of this is
giving alms to the beggars. This is observed when we
hear Filipinos saying"Kawawa naman".

Fun-loving Trait -trait found in most Pilipinos, a trait that

makes them unique that even in times of calamities and
other challenges in life, they always have something to be
happy about, a reason to celebrate.
 Social Values of the
Filipinos
1).High regard for amor propio (self-esteem) Self-
esteem reflects an individual's overall subjective
emotional evaluation of his or her own worth.

2).Smooth interpersonal relationships - An

interpersonal relationship is the nature of
interaction that occurs between two or more
people.
3).Personal alliance system -This scheme is
anchored on kinship, beginning with the nuclear
family.
4).The Compadre system - Bonds of ritual kinship, sealed
on any of three ceremonial occasions-baptism,
confirmation, and marriage-intensify and extend personal
alliances.
5).Utang-na-loob A dyadic bond between two
individuals may be formed based on the concept of
utang na loob.

6).Suki relationship - In the commercial context,

suki: relationships (market- exchange partnerships)
may develop between two people who agree to
become regular customer and supplier.

7).Friendship -Friendship often is placed on at par

with kinship as the most central of Filipino
relationships.
 Weaknesses of the Filipino
Character
1.Passivity and lack of initiative-Acceptance of what
happens, without active response or resistance.
2.Colonial mentality-Colonial mentality more strictly
refers to the attitude the Filipinos feel that products
coming from other countries are more superior than the
local products. syndrome-Flipinos have a selfish, self-
3.Kanya-kanya
serving attitude that generates a feeling of envy and
competitiveness towards others, particularly one's peers
who seem to have gained some status or prestige.
4.Extreme personalism- Filipinos view the world in terms
of personal relationships and the extent to which one is
able to personally relate things and people determines.
5.Extreme family centeredness-Excessive concern for
family manifests itself in the use of one's office and
power as a means of promoting the interest of the family,
in factionalism. patronage, and political dynasties and in
the protection of erring family members. It results in lack
of concern for the common good and it acts as a block to
national
6.Lack ofconsciousness.
discipline - Procrastination is one reason of
lack of self-discipline, Lack of willpower, motivation
and ambition are also causes for lack of self- discipline.
7.Lack of self-analysis and reflection-There is a tendency
in the Filipino to be superficial and even somewhat
flighty. In the face of serious problems. both personal
and social, there is lack of analysis or reflection We joke
about the most serious matters and this percents looking
8.Ningas cogon-A Filipino attitude of being
enthusiastic only during the start of new
undertaking but ends dismally in
accomplishing nothing .
9.Gaya-Gaya Attitude-A Filipino attitude of
imitating or copying other culture specifically
in mode of dressing, language, fashion, trend
or ever haircut.