Ano ang dung-aw? Salitang Iluko ang dung-aw na nangangahulugang pagtangis at tumutukoy sa pagpapahayag ng dalamhati dahil nawalan ng mahal sa buhay. Para sa mga Ilokano, nakatutulong ang dung-aw sa paglalabas ng kanilang saloobin at …

The Dung-aw. The Ilocano weeping for the dead (dung-aw) is so unique that it appears like it is coming in verses and rhyme as it is chanted. Contrary to what Yabes (1936) claim that it is a poem recited in a vigil and Agoncillo and Guerrero (1977) a song for the dead, when Ilocanos say “Inkam maki dung-aw” they meant “we’ll attend a ...

This study observes, records, transcribes, translates and analyzes the Ilocano death chant, dung-aw and shows how it reflects the philosophy of life and culture of Ilocanos. Fifty (50) dung-aws were collected in seven (7) towns of Ilocos Norte, using the ethnographic method.

Apr 15, 2020 · The dung-aw involves chanting while crying. It is where the history, good deeds, and even weaknesses of the dead person are recounted. It also contains the experiences shared between the dead person and the one doing the dung-àw and gives the opportunity for the relative or friend to beg for forgiveness of the dead for any wrong done on the ...

Aug 17, 2011 · A traditional "dung-aw" (dirge) in Piddig, Ilocos Norte.

Sep 25, 2007 · Recited during wakes, the dung-aw is a commemoration of life; it gives praise to the deceased person’s accomplishments when he was alive. The contents of the dung-aw reflect the Ilocanos’ understanding of life and death.

Oct 7, 2024 · Dung-aw is a traditional Filipino practice that serves as a form of mourning or expression of grief, often performed at wakes or during funerals. This cultural ritual has deep roots in...

Dung-aw: Directed by Lino Brocka. With Armida Siguion-Reyna, Mario Montenegro, Bey Vito, Ven Medina. Diego and Gabriela Silang are landed Ilocos natives disaffected with the imposition of the indulto de comercio (a law giving right to Spanish officials …

Sep 13, 2012 · Dung-aw is a tradition in Ilocano culture where dirges or laments are sung at funerals to mourn the passing of the deceased. The dung-aw poems speak of the goodness of the person who died and help ease the pain of loss.

Lyrics of Dung-aw (Filipino Ilocano Folk Songs) Ay ama nga nageb-ebba Dinak man kaasian aya A panawan a sisina Tay uneg balay a kasa. If you are looking for more Filipino Folk Songs feel free to explore our Folk Song page.