Explore the fascinating world of Bathala, the supreme deity in Philippine mythology, and delve into the captivating story of creation. Discover more about Bathala on MythLok, your ultimate resource for Philippine gods and folklore.

As the Supreme God in ancient Tagalog religion, Bathala held the role of creator and ruler of the universe. This article provides insights into Bathala’s significance, mythological accounts of creation, and the influence of Spanish colonization on Bathala’s representation.

2022年8月26日 · In Philippine mythology, the highest-ranking god of the ancient Tagalog people is Bathala, also known as or Maykapal or Abba. Bathala is the creator of all things — the sea, the sky, the earth, and all the plants. He dwelt in the highest realm of the sky. No one knows where Bathala came from.

2024年7月9日 · Bathala is the supreme deity in Filipino mythology, considered the creator of the universe and the source of all life. He holds dominion over the heavens, the earth, and the seas, and he is responsible for the cycle of life, death, and reincarnation.

2024年11月12日 · In ancient #Tagalog, the Supreme Being known as Bathala Maykapal, commonly known as Bathala, is regarded as the creator and ruler of the universe. This term was also used for lesser beings such as personal spirits, …

2024年4月18日 · Bathala myths are rich in symbolism and meaning, influencing beliefs and practices in Filipino society. This article delves into the origins of Bathala, his various forms and names, his role in creation myths, interactions with humans, relation to …

2021年10月14日 · Most would agree that Bathala was derived from the Sanskrit word bhattara or bhattaraka (noble lord), which appeared as the sixteenth-century title batara in the southern Philippines and Borneo. It may be worth noting that in Malay, betara means holy, and was a title applied to the greater Hindu gods in Java and was also assumed by the ruler of ...

In ancient mythology among the Tagalogs, there was a creator, a supreme god. He was known as Bathala Maykapal or Lumikha. According to F. Landa Jocano’s Outline of Philippine Mythology (1969), Bathala is the grand conserver of the universe – the caretaker of …

Discover Bathala's cosmic tale: Supreme God in Philippine legend, shaping galaxies, guiding deities, and inspiring humanity.

2008年4月24日 · Bathala. A bird god, the chief god and the creator of all things — the sky, the earth, the sea, and all vegetation. He is the principle of all the anitos. Bathala is a just god but punitive of sinners.