“Inside a Traditional Filipino Funeral: Manila North Cemetery Customs”

Описание: Experience a traditional Filipino funeral in Manila North Cemetery, where families honor their loved ones with centuries-old customs and community rituals. This video focuses on middle-class funeral practices, showing how life, death, and respect for the departed are intertwined in Philippine culture.

Watch as the funeral procession moves from the viewing area to the family niches (“bahay ng mga namatay”), carried by cemetery attendants in true bayanihan spirit—neighbors and relatives working together to lift and transport the coffin, reminiscent of the old story of Balic-Balic, a Filipino tale of communal support and respect for the dead.

Along the way, you’ll see unique Filipino traditions, including:


• Lifting children over the coffin, a superstition believed to prevent bad luck from entering the family or home.

These practices show that Filipino funerals are more than just burial—they are a community event, filled with respect, superstition, and deep symbolism. While some of these customs may seem unusual to outsiders, they reflect the heart of Filipino culture: family, community, and honoring those who passed away.

If you’re interested, I’ll cover more traditional funeral practices in my next video, including prayers, wakes, and other rituals that make Filipino funerals so unique.

📌 Discover the rich traditions, superstitions, and community spirit behind Filipino funerals—an eye-opening cultural experience.

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