Apo Mayari

 Apu Namalyari is a revered deity within the cultural and spiritual framework of the Aeta people, an indigenous community residing in the vicinity of Mount Pinatubo. Also recognized by alternative names such as Apo Pinatubo and Apo na Malyari, Apu Namalyari is notably regarded as the supreme deity in the cosmology of the Aeta. 


Situated within the sacred environs of Mount Pinatubo, Apu Namalyari is intricately associated with the lunar realm, signifying a profound connection to the celestial bodies. This celestial association underscores the deity's significance in the Aeta's spiritual narratives, where the moon often assumes symbolic importance, potentially influencing various aspects of their cultural and religious practices.

 Apu Namalyari's status as the supreme deity underscores its pivotal role in the Aeta cosmogony, embodying both the geographical essence of Mount Pinatubo and the celestial influence attributed to the moon.

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