Witchcraft in the Philippines - Wikipedia
Witchcraft (Filipino: Ang pangkukulam) has been present throughout the Philippines even before Spanish colonization, and is associated with indigenous Philippine folk religions. Its practice involves black magic, specifically a malevolent use of sympathetic magic. [1] .
Kulam: The Practice of Filipino Witchcraft and Sorcery
2016年7月3日 · As someone who’s always been fascinated by the supernatural, I’ve found myself drawn to the enigmatic practices of Filipino witchcraft and sorcery, known as Kulam. This ancient tradition, deeply rooted in Philippine culture, has captivated my imagination and led me on a journey of discovery.
What is Kulam? (with picture) - WiseGEEK
2024年5月16日 · Kulam is a kind of witchcraft practiced in the Philippines. Witches who use it are called mangkukulam and are often feared for their use of black magic. In modern times, however, there has been a move to revamp the image of this practice and …
Kulam | Encyclopedia MDPI
Kulam or Barang are terms used for a kind of black magic, specifically a malevolent use of sympathetic magic, which is associated with Indigenous Philippine religions and practiced in the Philippines . Kulam has been present throughout the Philippines before the Spanish colonization.
Kulam: Hexing and Witchcraft Practices in the Philippines
Kulam, also known as hexing or witchcraft, is a traditional belief and practice deeply rooted in Filipino culture. It involves the use of supernatural powers to cause harm or misfortune to an individual.
Mangkukulam: Witches and Warlocks of Philippine Mythology
2024年5月10日 · Siquijor island is famous for being a center of witchcraft in the Philippines. Here, many mangkukulam and folk healers can be found. This article will dig into the intriguing world of the mangkukulam. We’ll look at where they come from, what they can do, and why they matter in Philippine mythology.
Philippine Witchcraft - Kulam, Gayuma, Aswang at Iba Pa - AFAMchi
2023年2月4日 · A witch, or ‘mangkukulam,’ is a person, an ordinary human being, except that they are not normal as they are wicked. Mangkululam employs ‘kulam,’ folk magic, mostly in remote areas of the Philippines. It emphasizes one’s …
Understanding Spiritual and Material Witchcraft in the Philippines
2024年9月26日 · In Filipino culture, kulam, or witchcraft, remains an enigmatic and deeply rooted tradition that reflects the country's spiritual beliefs and cultural practices. There are two main types of kulam: spiritual and material.
Mangkukulam: Philippine Mythology and Folklore
Kulam is the Tagalog word for 'voodoo' or 'withcraft' and is one of the most well known aspects of Philippine folklore. It is widely known to many places especially to the provinces of the country. It affects the character of a person, their daily life and on how they treat each other in a community.
Kulam (sorcery) in different anthropological lenses - Gideon Lasco
2015年1月7日 · Kulam (sorcery) is an oft-encountered institution in many Filipino communities. Evans-Pritchard makes the classic distinction between witchcraft (asuwang in Tagalog) and sorcery by suggesting that the power of the sorcerer (mangkukulam; mangbabarang) lies in the use of medicines, rituals, and spells while the power of the witch is an ...