Laon (meaning "the ancient one"), [note 1] [1] was a pre-colonial female supreme creator deity in the animist anito beliefs of the Visayan peoples in the Philippines. She is associated with creation, agriculture, the sky, and divine justice.

Through myths and legends, the role of Laon God as a powerful and revered deity is illuminated, shedding light on the spiritual beliefs and values of the indigenous communities. Laon God holds profound significance as the Supreme Ruler in the pre-Hispanic era of the Philippines.

May 7, 2024 · Magwayan is one of the deities mentioned in the Bisayan creation story along with Kaptan (in the Boxer Codex manuscript however, they mention the deity Malaon/Laon instead of Kaptan) who helped create the islands and the first man and woman. Magwayan’s name comes from the word “gwayan” or “kawayan”, the word for bamboo.

Feb 6, 2016 · Laon: the supreme goddess and creator residing in Mount Kanlaon; governs the harvest, pestilence, and locusts; also referred to as the god Lalaon DEITIES OF WAR: Balangaw: the rainbow, Inaginid, Makanduk

As the goddess of harvest and agriculture, she is symbolically linked to the fertility and abundance of the land. Lalahon typically appears as a stunning woman radiating with fiery energy. Her features include flowing, fiery red hair, reflecting her association with fire and volcanic eruptions.

Lalahon goddess is a prominent figure in Visayan mythology, revered as the deity of bountiful harvest and agriculture. This article delves into the misconceptions surrounding Lalahon’s connection to fire and volcanoes, shedding light on her true identity.

Sep 12, 2020 · Among their gods is one who is the chief and superior to all the others, whom the Tagalogs call Bathala Meycapal, which signifies “God” the “Creator” or “Maker.” The Visayans call him Laon, which denotes “antiquity.”

Laon (meaning "the ancient one"), was a pre-colonial female supreme creator deity in the animist anito beliefs of the Visayan peoples in the Philippines. She is associated with creation, agriculture, the sky, and divine justice.

May 16, 2013 · Lalahon is a mythical diwata found in ancient visayan folktales and written myths, her traditions has changed greatly especially since the Spanish conquistadores occupied the Philippines.

May 5, 2013 · Kan-Laon was considered the Supreme god who started the chain of events that started the making of the world by Ancient Visayans who live in Negros Island. They also believed that he resides in the upper heavens, and the entrance to his domain can be found in the peak or heart of the Kan-Laon volcano, and in oral tradition was a sacred mountain ...