Pre-Colonial (900–1560)

Ever wondered about life in the Philippines before the Spanish galleons rocked up? We’re talking way back, before Jollibee, before K-dramas, even before your lolo’s lolo’s lolo was born! It was a time of barangays, fierce warriors, and leaders who didn’t need fancy titles to command respect. These leaders, the kawals, weren’t just your average warriors. They were…

Ever heard your lolo talk about the “good ol’ days?” You know, back when kids played patintero till sunset and nobody worried about snatchers? We’re about to go WAY further back, mga ‘tol. Like, before cellphones, before jeepneys, even before the Spaniards rocked up in their big boats. We’re diving deep into pre-colonial Philippines, a time when…

Ever wonder what the Philippines was like before Magellan dropped by for some chicharon and unintentionally kicked off centuries of colonization? Was it all just barangays and boodle fights? Well, buckle up, history buffs, because today we’re diving deep into a fascinating slice of our past: Moro life before the Spanish conquest. Beyond the Beaches: Exploring Pre-Colonial Moro…

Ever wonder what life was like before the Spaniards landed on our shores? Imagine a Philippines painted in vibrant hues of indigenous culture, a tapestry woven with the threads of our ancestors’ wisdom. We’re diving deep into pre-colonial Philippine times, focusing on the Lumad, the resilient heart of our archipelago’s story. Forget your history books, mga ‘tol!…

Narinig mo na ba ‘yung “history repeats itself”? Parang teleserye lang, di ba? Pero bago tayo ma-hook sa mga susunod na kabanata, kailangan muna nating balikan ang pinaka-unang episode ng kwentong Pilipinas. Sino nga ba tayo bago pa dumating ang mga mananakop? Tara, samahan mo ako, at kilalanin natin ang mga OG tribes ng Pilipinas…

You think Boracay is lit? Try island hopping pre-colonial Philippines – but instead of banca rides and mango shakes, it’s WAR CANOES and TRIBAL SHOWDOWNS! Yeah, kabayan, our ancestors weren’t just chilling in bahay kubos all day. Let’s dive deep into the chaotic yet fascinating world of pre-colonial island warfare. Why Fight? This Ain’t No Pukulan ng Swerte  Forget Instagram-worthy vacations. Back then, island hopping…

Ever find yourself scratching your head, wondering how the pre-colonial Filipinos defended their islands without a standing army like we picture today? It’s a question that puzzled me for ages. We hear whispers of fierce warriors and epic battles, but the picture always felt incomplete. Did they have organised platoons, strategising generals, maybe even a…

Okay, let’s talk about the “Alipin.” Just hearing the word, you probably imagine someone shackled, whipped, and toiling under a brutal master. And yeah, some of that did exist. But the Alipin system in pre-colonial Philippines? It was a whole lot more complex than the simple “slave” label makes it seem. Beyond the “Slave” Label:…

Ever get that feeling when you’re reading about pre-colonial Philippine history, and it seems like everyone was either a super-powerful datu lording it over everyone or a slave with zero rights? What about everyone in between? That’s where the timawa come in – the ordinary, everyday folk who formed the backbone of ancient Filipino society. We’re not…

So, you’re intrigued by the maharlika, the “noble class” of pre-colonial Philippines. It’s easy to get caught up in the romantic image of warriors and princesses, isn’t it? But let’s get real. Life wasn’t all feasts and fighting. And not everyone in those days lived like a maharlika. We often hear about the datu, the maharlika, and the alipin. But…