Beliefs and Practices

Ancestor veneration, sometimes known as ancestral worship, has a long history in many civilizations, including the one in the Philippines. In Alicia, Isabela, ancestral worship is still widely practiced.

Christianity

In Alicia, Christianity is the most common religion, and the majority of people identify as Roman Catholics. Numerous churches and chapels are located in the town, and many residents still place a high value on their religious beliefs and daily rituals like reciting the rosary and going to mass.

Herbal remedies

Using medicinal herbs is a common practice in Alicia, Isabela. Many plants, many of which are thought to have medicinal properties, are used by people to treat ailments like fever, coughing, and skin diseases. Ginger, guava leaves, and lagundi are a few of the plants that are regularly used.

Hilot massage

Hilot is a type of traditional Filipino massage that involves deep tissue manipulation and stretching. It is said to help with circulation enhancement, muscle pain reduction, and general health. Menstrual cramps, back pain, and numerous other disorders are routinely treated with.

Superstitions

Black cat Superstition

Elders say that seeing a black cat means that you are going to get in an accident. To put it simply, they are bringing a horrible omen with those dark, furry monsters. This superstition's counterpoint is that so many people own black cats as pets.

Sweeping at night superstition

Blessings may be swept away. They assert that it is forbidden to sweep the floor because blessings could be lost. Therefore, it is quite common to visit an untidy or dusty Philippine home at night, particularly when there are elderly residents, and then wait until the morning to clean up the debris and dust.

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