Tawong Lipod Bicol Folklore

Tawong Lipod

 

TAWONG LIPOD-  as a general term for invisible mythological creatures like fairies, nymphs, giants, elves, etc. 

The term "Tawong Lipod" finds its roots in Philippine mythology, representing an archaic concept of invisible wind beings. Initially characterized as graceful and benevolent female spirits intricately connected to clouds and waters within the cultural context of Bicolano society, these entities underwent a transformation over the course of time, evolving into malevolent figures known as Engkanto in modern times. Once described as slender and aesthetically pleasing entities with the ability to manipulate winds, contemporary portrayals depict them as obscure and harmful invisible beings. Within the present-day Philippines, Tawong Lipod has been subjected to demonization in horror narratives, deviating from their original benevolent nature and becoming agents of affliction and malady in the collective imagination.

Children in Bicol often engage in the tradition of sharing spooky stories, particularly those revolving around the Tawong Lipod. These tales involve dark shadows and unseen malicious spirits, creating an atmosphere of fear and excitement as the youngsters attempt to scare each other with these eerie narratives.

Tawong Lipod

Tawong Lipod

Ano ang Tawong Lipod ?

Ang Tawong Lipod ay isang pangkalahatang termino sa mitolohiyang Bikol para ilarawan ang mga di-nakikitang nilalang ng mitolohiya tulad ng mga diwata, nimpa, higante, duwende, at iba pang mahiwagang nilalang. Noong una, sila'y inilarawan bilang mabubuting espiritu na konektado sa kalikasan, partikular sa mga ulap at tubig, at itinuturing na mga tagapagbantay. Sa paglipas ng panahon, nagbago ang imahe nila at naging kaugnay ng mga masamang espiritu o Engkanto. Dati, pinaniniwalaang may kakayahang kontrolin ang hangin at sumasagisag ng kagandahan, ngunit sa mga modernong kuwento, madalas na silang inilalarawan bilang mapanganib at misteryosong mga puwersa. Ngayon, madalas na ikinukuwento ng mga bata sa Bicol ang mga nakakatakot na kwento tungkol sa Tawong Lipod bilang mga pangit, nakakatakot madilim at di-nakikitang nilalang na nagbibigay takot at kasiyahan sa kanilang mga takutan.

Tawong Lipod

Tawong Lipod

Tawong Lipod

Tawong Lipod