A Translation and Compilation of Folk Stories of the Igorots (Kan-Kanaey) in Maddel

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Life and literature are interrelated to each other. Literature is the mirror of life but life is the basis of the mirror. Thus, life and literature are inseparable because what is to be written in any literature is all about life. Cordilleran literature is in the form of epics, poems, myths, legends, folktales, proverbs, and riddles. In addition to, De Villa said (2008) in his book, "Adyenda sa Pananaliksik sa Pagsasalin", to translate is one way of disseminating and enriching regional culture,an essential deep well of national history and culture. This study aims to translate in Filipino what is gathered, reviewed and evaluated folk stories of the Igorots (Kan-kanaey) from Mountain Province at Pedlisan, Maddela, Quirino.

METHODS

A qualitative method was used in this study particularly the ethnography strategy. It came from the Greek word ethos means "the people" and the graph means "writing”. The different characteristic of the people was considered in sharing their insights and beliefs in order to avoid conflict with regards to their ideas. In this study, it is necessary to live, mingle, and share with them especially with the respondents. The researcher should be very evaluative to avoid theoretical or perspective changes while on the process of immersing with that particular group.

RESULTS

The folk stories of the Igorots (Kan-kanaey) are full of values and life lessons that can help in molding the youth. These folk stories include messages, themes, and values that can be applied to real life. It depicts great characters from ancestors of the race. In reading their folk stories, it strengthens camaraderie and strong relationship among the individual in the community. With these, it enhanced and enriched good character, behavior, mindset, and beliefs.

DISCUSSIONS

The result of the information's gathered in this study is factual and it is not just a prediction because the basics are true to life experiences of the people involved. Full respect should be possessed in this kind of study to protect the culture and behavior that is being studied, reviewed and evaluated, and to get rid of hurting one's way of life.