Holy Thursday, also known as Maundy Thursday, marks a significant day in the Christian calendar, particularly in the Catholic tradition, as it commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with his disciples before his crucifixion. This solemn occasion falls on the Thursday before Easter Sunday, forming a crucial part of the Holy Week, a period … Read more
In the Philippines, Holy Week is a time of reflection, penance, and spiritual renewal for millions of Catholics. During this solemn period, which spans from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday, many Filipino families observe traditions that include fasting, abstinence from meat, and participation in religious rituals. Central to these customs are the foods consumed during … Read more
The inherited talent of religious sculpture from the town of Valladolid, Negros Occidental, is truly a legacy, embodied by Dondon Alles. He belongs to a lineage of sculptors, spanning three generations, starting from his grandfather, Rogelio Alles Sr., to his father, Rogelio Alles Jr. In today’s age, the art of woodcarving for saints is becoming … Read more
During Holy Week in the Philippines, there’s a strong cultural and religious tradition that dictates certain foods are prohibited or avoided as a form of penance and spiritual reflection. This period, which encompasses the week leading up to Easter Sunday, is a solemn time for Filipino Catholics, marked by fasting, prayer, and various forms of … Read more