What is the meaning fertility dance?
What is the meaning fertility dance?
The fertility dance is a type of prayer in order to wish for People who are hoping to bear a child, to find a wife or husband, and to have good fortune. The rites includes wearing traditional clothes and by playing instruments made from bamboo.
Why is Obando fertility rites celebrated?
It was believed that the fertility dance originated from a miracle done by San Pascual de Baylon who was said to be a member of the Franciscan Order called Socollane. He was very much blessed by the Holy Spirit and to show his adoration and respect to God, he usually dances merrily with great devotion.
Which saint should they offer a fertility dance?
The ritual is accompanied by a short chant and prayer to Saint Claire, the local patron saint of fertility, asking her to bless them with children.
What happens during the Obando Festival?
This festival involves the different dance rituals held for three consecutive days honoring three patron saints: May 17 for St. Paschal (for couples who want a male child), May 18 for St. Claire (for couples who want a female child) and May 19 for the Our Lady of Salambaw (patroness of fishermen).
