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migueldiaz · 4th May 2012, 06:38 AM

Thanks Jim.

Ron, a related thought is that a lot more Lumad (i.e., Bagobos, Mandayas, etc. -- the non-Islam and non-Christian ethnic people of Mindanao) converted to Christianity, as compared to Moros, as we both know.

And continuing on with our speculation, for me it's not a remote possibility for a Lumad who has heard of Christianity to 'hedge' his bet for good luck by adopting the cross icon on top of the usual sun and serpent-croc symbols on his shield.

In fact the peoples of our islands are very syncretistic when it comes to religion. Even up to now.

4th May 2012, 06:38 AM	#22
migueldiaz Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Manila, Phils. Posts: 1,042	Thanks Jim. Ron, a related thought is that a lot more Lumad (i.e., Bagobos, Mandayas, etc. -- the non-Islam and non-Christian ethnic people of Mindanao) converted to Christianity, as compared to Moros, as we both know. And continuing on with our speculation, for me it's not a remote possibility for a Lumad who has heard of Christianity to 'hedge' his bet for good luck by adopting the cross icon on top of the usual sun and serpent-croc symbols on his shield. In fact the peoples of our islands are very syncretistic when it comes to religion. Even up to now. Attached Images