Bathala Maykapal - Supreme Deity
Bathala Maykapal, the paramount deity in Tagalog mythology, is hailed as the "creator of all things." The sacred omen bird Tigmamanukan serves as his messenger, often identified as the Philippine fairy blue bird. The Boxer Codex also mentions alternative names for Bathala, such as May-Ari/Molyari.
Lakan Bakod - God of Abundance
Lakan Bakod, the anito associated with abundance, fences, and agricultural yields, is depicted through a carved wooden statue with distinctive features. Rituals invoking Lakan Bakod involve banquets, dances, and offerings for a fruitful harvest.
Lakan Pati/Lakapati - Intersex Deity of Fertility
Lakapati, also known as Lakan Pati, holds a cherished place in the Tagalog pantheon as the "giver of food." Noted for their hermaphroditic features, Lakapati is invoked during agricultural rituals and fishing expeditions.
Lakan Bini/Lakabini/Lakambini - Goddess of Throat Ailments
Lakan Bini, referred to as the "abogado de la garganta" or the "advocate of the throat," is associated with health and invoked in cases of throat ailments. Misconceptions regarding her role as a goddess of purity stem from later interpretations.
Aman Ikabli - Patron God of Hunters
Often mistaken as a sea god, Aman Ikabli is consistently clarified as the "abogado de los cazadores," emphasizing his role as the god of hunting and patron of hunters.
Diyan Masalanta - Goddess of Lovers and Childbirth
Diyan Masalanta, the goddess of love and childbirth, is mentioned by Juan de Plasencia. Her name, meaning "to be destroyed," adds an intriguing layer to her role.
Mankukutod - God of Coconut Trees & Tuba Tappers
Recognized as the "abogado de los manunubas," Mankukutod is the patron god of tuba tappers. Offerings are made to ensure safety when climbing coconut trees.
Uwinan Sana - God of the Fields and Forests
Acknowledged by those venturing into forests, Uwinan Sana is invoked to seek permission and protection in fields and forests.
Ana Tala - First Anito
Revered as the initial anito, Ana Tala's significance is noted in historical dictionaries and literature. Pedro A. Paterno draws a parallel between Ana Tala and Jesus, emphasizing her role as the child of Bathala.
Aman Sinaya - Patron God of Fishermen
Aman Sinaya, the god credited with inventing the art of fishing, is invoked by fishermen seeking success in their endeavors, from casting nets to preparing fishhooks.
Haik - God of the Sea
Haik, the anito of the sea, is prayed to for protection during sea travel, specifically from tempests and storms.
Linga - Phallic and Fertility God
Linga, a phallic god associated with fertility and disease, is appeased through offerings. The Christianized Kasilonawan dance ritual now celebrates his fertility festival.
Tala - Morning Star
Tala, identified as the morning star (Venus), is worshiped alongside other stars like Mapulon and Balatik.
Mapulon - God of Seasons
Mapulon, perceived in the stars as the Pleiades cluster, is recognized as the god overseeing the changing of seasons.
Meylupa - Crow God of the Earth
Meylupa is depicted as a crow god and "the master or lord of the earth/soil," drawing comparisons to Ceres and Pan.
Laho - God Causing Eclipses
Laho, analogous to the Bisayans' Bakunawa, is believed to cause eclipses. Rituals involve scaring Laho away to free the sun and moon from his grasp.
Bitbit - Deity Curing Illness
Bitbit, akin to Linga, is invoked for the healing of the sick. Failing to greet and make offerings to Bitbit was thought to bring about illness.
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