Jorque, E. L. (2005). Convergence and divergence ...
Jorque, E. L. (2005). Convergence and divergence in the pre-Spanish
Kapampangan, Cordilleran and Ilocano ethno-epics. (Unpublished
master’s thesis). Baguio City: University of Cordilleras.
Physical location: University of the Cordilleras Library, Baguio City
ABSTRACT
This thesis is entitled, Convergence and divergence in the Pre-Spanish
Kapampangan, Cordilleran and Ilocano Ethno-epics. It sought to find out the
points of convergence and divergence in the pre-Spanish Kapampangan,
Cordilleran and Ilocano; namely, Sinukwan, Hudhud hi Aliguyon and Biag ni
Lam-Ang.
The study specifically sought to answer the following questions:
1. What are the similarities and differences present in the three ethno-epics
in terms of:
a. plot?
b. character?
c. setting?
2. What literary devices and techniques are used in all three ethno-epics to
bring out their similarities and differences?
3. What are the points of convergence and divergence of the three ethno-
epics in terms of:
d. values?
e. beliefs?
f. traditions?
Data to these research problems were acquires using the descriptive
method. The researcher used content analysis of the ethno-epics Sinukwan,
Hudhud hi Aliguyon and Biad ni Lam-Ang. The objective theory, formalistic
theory, and the theories of Olrik, Propp, Greimas and Jung were utilized as the
methods of analyzing the plot, character, setting and literary devices of the three
ethno-epics. The theory of Enriquez, the basic personality theory, sociological
approach and the cross-cultural theory were employed in examining the values,
beliefs and traditions contained in the three ethno-epics.
Major Findings
Based on the research problems, the following were the findings of this
research:
1.a. The plots of the three ethno-epics were similar in terms of the narration of
the heroes’ significant adventures, the romantic quests, sequencing,
patterns and category. They were different in the manner of length,
number of scenes or episodes, the opening and closing of the ethno-
epics, the use of repetition, focus on the leading character, the presence
of resurrection, method of narration, point of view and the presence of
Christian elements.
1.b. Similarity of the characters was found in their archetypal heroic qualities,
dominant presence of a female figure, together with the presence of brave
antagonists and the involvement of community members. The difference
was found in terms of the heroes’ immortality/mortality, initiation, positive
and negative values, the use of super natural powers, the presence of
preternatural creatures, the number of characters and the degree of
involvement of other characters.
1.c. Similarity of the settings was revealed in terms of their physical environment
and the involvement of other tribes from other places. However, they were
different in terms of the extent of their geographical scope.
2. The literary devices and techniques employed were repetition, stock phrases/
formulae, epithet, hyperbole, simile, and enumeration. Epithets,
hyperboles, and similes were utilized by the three ethno-epics, while
repetition, stock phrases/formulae and enumeration were not found in all
three.
3.a. The convergent values manifested were hiya, utang na loob and pakikisama
as well as hospitality, courage, loyalty, the sense of duty and high regard
for women. Values were divergent in terms of the presence of obedience,
pacifism, level of determination, leadership, humility, regard for strength
and generosity.
3.b. The beliefs converged with the concept of omens. They diverged in terms of
the perception in paglilihi, the use of talismans, fortune telling and the
practice of religious beliefs such as the idao.
3.c. The traditions converged in terms of the practice of feasting and the chewing
of betel/areca nut. They diverged in the manner of performing courtship
practices, as well as in the practice of singing and dancing.
Conclusions
Based on the findings of the study, the following are the conclusions that
the researcher has drawn:
1.
The three ethno-epics demonstrated similarities and differences with
regard to their plot, character and setting.
2.
The three ethno-epics had employed various literary devices and
techniques that brought out their similarities and differences.
3.
The values, beliefs, and traditions reflected in the three ethno-epics
brought out the diverging yet unifying elements of the three tribes.
Recommendations
1.
An in-depth analysis focusing on either the plot, character and setting of
the three ethno-epics can be undertaken.
2.
Future researchers may employ other folk epic theories, particularly those
that are indigenous, on the three ethno-epics.
3.
Studies could be done on the literariness of the three ethno-epics.
4.
Further studies may be done by sociologists on the implications of the
ancient values, beliefs and traditions to the contemporary Filipino ethos.
5.
A research may be conducted to examine the heroines or the female
figures in the three ethno-epics considered in this study.
6.
Studies may also be done on other ethno-epics that represent other
regions of tribal groups in the Philippines.
7.
Historians may conduct studies focusing on the past or geographical
location of the places that the folk epic represents and their cultural
implications to the present time.
8.
Studies may be done on the pre-Spanish literature focusing on
supernatural and preternatural elements they contain.
9.
Linguists can examine the syntax and semantics in the language of the
three ethno-epics of other ethno-epics from other regions.
10.
Ethnographers and anthropologists can analyze further the three ethno-
epics to relate their socio-cultural value to the contemporary period.
Kapampangan, Cordilleran and Ilocano ethno-epics. (Unpublished
master’s thesis). Baguio City: University of Cordilleras.
Physical location: University of the Cordilleras Library, Baguio City
ABSTRACT
This thesis is entitled, Convergence and divergence in the Pre-Spanish
Kapampangan, Cordilleran and Ilocano Ethno-epics. It sought to find out the
points of convergence and divergence in the pre-Spanish Kapampangan,
Cordilleran and Ilocano; namely, Sinukwan, Hudhud hi Aliguyon and Biag ni
Lam-Ang.
The study specifically sought to answer the following questions:
1. What are the similarities and differences present in the three ethno-epics
in terms of:
a. plot?
b. character?
c. setting?
2. What literary devices and techniques are used in all three ethno-epics to
bring out their similarities and differences?
3. What are the points of convergence and divergence of the three ethno-
epics in terms of:
d. values?
e. beliefs?
f. traditions?
Data to these research problems were acquires using the descriptive
method. The researcher used content analysis of the ethno-epics Sinukwan,
Hudhud hi Aliguyon and Biad ni Lam-Ang. The objective theory, formalistic
theory, and the theories of Olrik, Propp, Greimas and Jung were utilized as the
methods of analyzing the plot, character, setting and literary devices of the three
ethno-epics. The theory of Enriquez, the basic personality theory, sociological
approach and the cross-cultural theory were employed in examining the values,
beliefs and traditions contained in the three ethno-epics.
Major Findings
Based on the research problems, the following were the findings of this
research:
1.a. The plots of the three ethno-epics were similar in terms of the narration of
the heroes’ significant adventures, the romantic quests, sequencing,
patterns and category. They were different in the manner of length,
number of scenes or episodes, the opening and closing of the ethno-
epics, the use of repetition, focus on the leading character, the presence
of resurrection, method of narration, point of view and the presence of
Christian elements.
1.b. Similarity of the characters was found in their archetypal heroic qualities,
dominant presence of a female figure, together with the presence of brave
antagonists and the involvement of community members. The difference
was found in terms of the heroes’ immortality/mortality, initiation, positive
and negative values, the use of super natural powers, the presence of
preternatural creatures, the number of characters and the degree of
involvement of other characters.
1.c. Similarity of the settings was revealed in terms of their physical environment
and the involvement of other tribes from other places. However, they were
different in terms of the extent of their geographical scope.
2. The literary devices and techniques employed were repetition, stock phrases/
formulae, epithet, hyperbole, simile, and enumeration. Epithets,
hyperboles, and similes were utilized by the three ethno-epics, while
repetition, stock phrases/formulae and enumeration were not found in all
three.
3.a. The convergent values manifested were hiya, utang na loob and pakikisama
as well as hospitality, courage, loyalty, the sense of duty and high regard
for women. Values were divergent in terms of the presence of obedience,
pacifism, level of determination, leadership, humility, regard for strength
and generosity.
3.b. The beliefs converged with the concept of omens. They diverged in terms of
the perception in paglilihi, the use of talismans, fortune telling and the
practice of religious beliefs such as the idao.
3.c. The traditions converged in terms of the practice of feasting and the chewing
of betel/areca nut. They diverged in the manner of performing courtship
practices, as well as in the practice of singing and dancing.
Conclusions
Based on the findings of the study, the following are the conclusions that
the researcher has drawn:
1.
The three ethno-epics demonstrated similarities and differences with
regard to their plot, character and setting.
2.
The three ethno-epics had employed various literary devices and
techniques that brought out their similarities and differences.
3.
The values, beliefs, and traditions reflected in the three ethno-epics
brought out the diverging yet unifying elements of the three tribes.
Recommendations
1.
An in-depth analysis focusing on either the plot, character and setting of
the three ethno-epics can be undertaken.
2.
Future researchers may employ other folk epic theories, particularly those
that are indigenous, on the three ethno-epics.
3.
Studies could be done on the literariness of the three ethno-epics.
4.
Further studies may be done by sociologists on the implications of the
ancient values, beliefs and traditions to the contemporary Filipino ethos.
5.
A research may be conducted to examine the heroines or the female
figures in the three ethno-epics considered in this study.
6.
Studies may also be done on other ethno-epics that represent other
regions of tribal groups in the Philippines.
7.
Historians may conduct studies focusing on the past or geographical
location of the places that the folk epic represents and their cultural
implications to the present time.
8.
Studies may be done on the pre-Spanish literature focusing on
supernatural and preternatural elements they contain.
9.
Linguists can examine the syntax and semantics in the language of the
three ethno-epics of other ethno-epics from other regions.
10.
Ethnographers and anthropologists can analyze further the three ethno-
epics to relate their socio-cultural value to the contemporary period.