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Moriones Festival

Posted on August 10, 2007 - Filed Under Festivals, Paradise Philippines

Having the shape of a human heart, the island province of Marinduque rests in the midst of the sea. This province, although small, is well-known not only in the Paradise Philippines but also to tourists for its beautiful places, unique customs, traditions and festivals.

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Among these is the Moriones Festival, which is observed during Holy Week. Morion, which means “mask” or “visor”, is a part of the Roman armor which covers the face. In turn, Moriones refers to the repenting people clad in costumes and masks searching for Longinus.

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The festival re-enacts the story of the Roman Centurion Longinus, who was blind in one eye. Legend has it that when Longinus pierced the side of the crucified Christ, blood spurted out and some of it came in contact with his blind eye, restoring his sight. With this, Longinus converted to Christianity. This greatly angered his fellow centurions, who turn to capturing and beheading him.

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This festival is well-known for its painted masks, helmets, and Roman costumes. It is held in the towns of Boac and Mogpog.

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