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    The sagayan is a cultural dance from the Maguindanaon and Maranao people of Mindanao that reenacts the story of a mythological hero. It represents the brave warriors who resisted colonists. The dance features vibrant costumes and performers carrying shields, noisemakers, and swords. While it has religious significance for some tribes, Islamic scholars have questioned aspects of the dance for being against Islam. However, the author believes the tradition can still be maintained with respect for religious restrictions and others.

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    The sagayan is a cultural dance from the Maguindanaon and Maranao people of Mindanao that reenacts the story of a mythological hero. It represents the brave warriors who resisted colonists. The dance features vibrant costumes and performers carrying shields, noisemakers, and swords. While it has religious significance for some tribes, Islamic scholars have questioned aspects of the dance for being against Islam. However, the author believes the tradition can still be maintained with respect for religious restrictions and others.

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    The sagayan is a cultural dance from the Maguindanaon and Maranao people of Mindanao that reenacts the story of a mythological hero. It represents the brave warriors who resisted colonists. The dance features vibrant costumes and performers carrying shields, noisemakers, and swords. While it has religious significance for some tribes, Islamic scholars have questioned aspects of the dance for being against Islam. However, the author believes the tradition can still be maintained with respect for religious restrictions and others.

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    The sagayan is a cultural dance from the Maguindanaon and Maranao people of Mindanao that reenacts the story of a mythological hero. It represents the brave warriors who resisted colonists. The dance features vibrant costumes and performers carrying shields, noisemakers, and swords. While it has religious significance for some tribes, Islamic scholars have questioned aspects of the dance for being against Islam. However, the author believes the tradition can still be maintained with respect for religious restrictions and others.

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    MOHAMAD AL-FARID M.

    ULANGKAYA 2 BSABE - B

    SAGAYAN CULTURAL DANCE

    One of the most well-known cultural dances of the Maguindanaon and Maranao people in
    Mindanao is the sagayan. Men reenact the valiant deeds of Prince Bantugan, a Maguindanaon
    mythological hero, as told in the epic "Dalangen." It has been the dance style that represents the brave
    warriors that resisted colonists while the United States was occupying Mindanao.

    The Sagayan dance is vibrant and joyful. Red, green, and yellow clothing are associated with
    strength, tranquility, and enlightenment. To defend their "datu," or highness, the performer will wear
    "palompong" or armaments like carry shields, shell noisemakers, and a sword with unexpected moves.
    Today, the Sagayan is a part of many different tribes' cultures, with various interpretations of how to
    perform or express it. It is a component of the religious rites carried out by Kilagan tribes to heal those
    who are possessed by evil spirits that are thought to be able to manifest in human form. It is typically
    observed in Maguindanaon during festivities that include "Unta" or camel dancing replicas as part of the
    entertainment. It is typically practiced by Maranaos at festive events and royal enthronement
    ceremonies as a way to welcome visitors and guests. It is connected to ceremonies around rice planting
    and harvesting in several other tribes.

    This culture has been well-known for many years and is still highly well-liked today. However,
    Islamic scholars were beginning to forbid this tradition. According to the consensus of the Fuqahaa
    (Jurists), dancing is haraam (forbidden) (The Qur'an 5:6). Islam considers it to be customary yet
    undesirable and absolutely forbids it in crowded settings. Only while dancing to appropriate music at
    home for exercise is it OK. In addition to the fact that it is haram, I have seen how hazardous it is for
    healers to aim swords at people who are under the influence of bad spirits while performing Sagayan
    rites. This is done in an effort to summon the deities who are said to be able to assist that individual.

    Religious Maguindanaons are prohibited from inviting or participating in this type of dance at
    occasions. They view it as "pedsakuto," or hypocritical behavior that is in opposition to Islam. It is
    against Islam to trust deities to heal people rather than giving Allah/God the responsibility. However,
    some Maguindanaon continue to maintain the old customs and allow the old ways as part of their rituals
    and entertainment.

    We should be proud of what we have as Maguindanaon and Maranao youngsters who have also
    been noted for their bravery and tranquility. Even with our limitations, we can still maintain this
    tradition as long as we respect the rights of others and don't step on anyone's toes. Sagayan is our
    culture and our source of pride, and we should be proud of it in the manner that it is done correctly in
    appropriate settings.

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