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Chapter VIII: Literature in Northern Mindanao and Davao Region 1Learning Task: Elements of Fiction The Darangen is an ancient epic song that encompasses a wealth of knowledge of the Maranao people who live in the Lake Lanao region of Mindanao. This southernmost island of the Philippine archipelago i...

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Learning Task: Elements of Fiction The Darangen is an ancient epic song that encompasses a wealth of knowledge of the Maranao people who live in the Lake Lanao region of Mindanao. This southernmost island of the Philippine archipelago is the traditional homeland of the Maranao, one of the country’s three main Muslim groups. Comprising 17 cycles and a total of 72,000 lines, the Darangen celebrates episodes from Maranao history and the tribulations of mythical heroes. In addition to having a compelling narrative content, the epic explores the underlying themes of life and death, courtship, love and politics through symbol, metaphor, irony and satire. The Darangen also encodes customary law, standards of social and ethical behaviour, and notions of aesthetic beauty, and social values specific to the Maranao. Directions: • Read or watch the atleast 5 episodes of the epic entitled Darangen (except Bantugan) • Make a summary of the 5 episodes you’ve chosen.

The Bantugan Epic tells the story of two brothers whose relationship was ruined by envy, how absolute authority can be violent, and Bantugan's heroic deeds. The king's sons lived in the Kingdom of Bumbaran: Madali, the heir to the throne and oldest son, and Bantugan, the youngest but strongest man in all kingdoms. When Madali ascended to the throne, he was greeted with open arms.

Chapter VIII: Literature in Northern Mindanao and Davao Region

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