Tuesday, November 29, 2011

T'boli Tribe


The T’boli tribe of Lake Sebu is one of the indigenous people in Southern Mindanao. Known for their excellent skills in weaving and metal works, they are able to produce their one of a kind T’boli cloth, the T’nalak.
This Tribal group is still living in a traditional way., comparable with how their ancestors lived centuries ago. The T'boli distinguish themselves from other Tribal Groups by their colorful clothes, bracelets and earrings, this tribe is famous for their complicated beadwork, wonderful woven fabrics and beautiful brass ornaments.
The T'boli distinguish their selves, like all other 
"tribal Filipinos",by their colorful clothes and specific
 ornaments like rings, bracelets and earrings.
Religion and Culture
Only a few T'boli are Christian or Islamite. More than 90 percent of the T'boli people still has their animistic religion.
The T'boli culture is richly connected with and inspired by nature, their dances are a mimick from the action of animals such as monkeys and birds. The T'boli have a rich musical culture with a variety of musical instruments, but the T'boli music and songs are not meant for entertainment only. The Tribal songs are a living contact with their ancestors and a source of ancient wisdom. The T'boli believe that everything has a spirit which must be respected for good fortune. Bad spirits can cause illness and misfortune.


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