Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need more insight about Lihal? Here are some of the frequently asked questions about our project. If you have more questions, feel free to contact us through our contact page.
Why Lihal?
The title Lihal derives itself from the Tausug dialect which means "crescent moon" or "moon crescent," but it is also a word for lectern or a bookrest that usually holds the Quran or other sacred texts. Moros consists of 13 ethnolinguistic groups in the Philippines who follow Islam and carries culture that is close to precolonial Philippines. Due to past tensions between Moros and non-Moros, Moros are often misunderstood by those who know them only through past historical tensions. This project aims to improve the views of non-Moros on Moros by positioning them in the perspective of their lifestyle, livelihood, and how they still honor their heritage.
Read moreWhy Bangsamoro?
Bangsamoro is a region that has only been acknowledged seriously by the Philippines in 2019. It is a region that has been freshly formed where most Moros reside in. The formation of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region is a stepping stone for Moros to be given more rights and to be heard for their needs.
Read moreWho are the Moros?
The Moros are 13 ethnolinguistic groups found in the region of Bangsamoro and across Mindanao. These are people who have been following Islam since the pre-colonial era. They have finally gained autonomy over the region last 2019.
Read moreWhat is the Moro Perspective?
The Moro perspective is seeing history through the eyes of a Moro and not through the eyes of the majority. The Moros have been treated differently by our colonizers and by fellow Filipinos themselves throughout the centuries. It has reached to a point where the Moro identity has become its own while still being Filipino.
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