The 'Shocking' History of Divorce in the Philippines!
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Did you know divorce was once practiced in the Philippines? Explore the rich history of divorce in the Philippines, from ancient practices to colonial impositions. See how these lost traditions can help influence today's debates. How did colonial rule change our ancestors' practices?
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Video Chapters:
00:00 Opening
00:48 Introduction to Divorce in the Philippines
01:57 Divorce and Marriage in Pre-Colonial Philippines
03:33 Pre-Colonial Filipino Societal Values on Divorce
05:39 Divorce Practices in Southeast Asia Compared
08:24 How Colonialism Changed Filipino Divorce Laws
11:55 Current Divorce Debates in the Philippines
13:10 Wrapping Up: Divorce in Filipino History
About Divorce in the Philippines:
Divorce in the Philippines has a complex and intriguing history, making it a unique topic of interest. Unlike most countries, the Philippines is one of only two nations in the world, alongside Vatican City, where divorce remains illegal. This stance contrasts sharply with the pre-colonial era, when various indigenous communities freely practiced divorce. The arrival of Spanish colonizers brought significant changes, embedding indissoluble marriage into Filipino society through the influence of Catholic doctrine. Today, the debate over legalizing divorce in the Philippines continues to be a contentious issue, reflecting the ongoing struggle between historical traditions and modern societal values. Understanding this evolution provides crucial insights into the current legal landscape and cultural dynamics surrounding marriage and separation in the Philippines.
About KIRBY:
Kirby Pábalan-Táyag Aráullo is a Filipino American historian, content creator, and renowned culture bearer based in California. He is also the author of the groundbreaking book “Black Lives & Brown Freedom: Untold Histories of War, Solidarity, & Genocide,” and the Co-Founder and former Director of Operations for the Bulosan Center for Filipino Studies at the University of California, Davis.
Kirby is a direct descendant of the last indigenous Paramount Kings of Luzon (of both Lakandúlâ of Tondo and Rája Matandá of Maynílâ), of the anti-colonial revolutionary Katipuneros, and of World War II Guerilyeras who fought for the liberation of the islands we now call the Philippines.
Born in Angeles City, Philippines, Kirby spent his childhood amidst the rebuilding of his homeland in the aftermath of Mt. Pinatubo’s cataclysmic eruption. His childhood beneath the shadows of the city’s red-light district, slum neighborhoods, and Clark Air Base (a former U.S. military installation) sparked his lifelong passion in advocating for the rights and the well-being of marginalized and disenfranchised communities. As a direct descendant of revolutionaries, politicos, and activists, Kirby’s upbringing was molded by productively engaging and navigating the realms of advocacy, traditional politics, and grassroots activism.
With a keen interest in varying fields (such as history, public affairs, and filmmaking) and a strong commitment to serving the community, Kirby studied at some of the world’s most prestigious institutions, such as Harvard University, the University of California, Davis, and the Université catholique de Louvain (one of Europe’s oldest universities). He has been teaching Filipino people’s history through writing in indigenous Philippine scripts (Kulitan & Baybayin) for over a decade.
Today, Kirby is well-known for his educationally engaging KZread channel where you can find videos about history, culture, and everything in between! He is also currently working on his next big book “Luzones & the New World: Forgotten Histories from Southeast Asia to the Americas” along with an easy-to-read book and zine series known as “Know Our Roots,” and an educational coloring book series called “Color Our Roots.”
Kirby is an educator who is well-rooted in his culture and passionate about his colorful heritage (Kapampángan, Tagálog, Indigenous Áytá, Pangasinan, and Spanish-Basque-Portuguese-Irish Mestizo); he strives to decolonize Philippine history and democratize Ethnic Studies through knowledge and creativity. Kirby is a Dátû and Lakan by blood but an Artist-Scholar-Activist at heart.
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I am 43 yo Single Pinay, and I'm Pro divorce. A person should be freen from a toxic union.
@rl8571
Күн бұрын
Convert to Islam. Muslims in the Philippines can have divorces. Fair ba yun? Kung ano batas sa isa dapat batas sa lahat.
You make it sound that Pre Hispanic Philippines Natives were very progressive than our current Filipino culture. Love your videos ❤
@Sungsam-rs2rg
17 күн бұрын
Raiding, polygamy and slavery were normal in the pre-colonial philippine islands. I don't think these are progressive.
@cgfamorcan9809
17 күн бұрын
@@Sungsam-rs2rg Context wise it was more on the topic of the video. With regards to Slavery, Polygamy and other extremes are for another discussion entirely.
thank you sir for educating us I hope you keep this up and never get tired of us
The pattern holds true. Colonialism took away so much from us… nakakahinayang…
From DIVORCE PILIPINAS COALITION We want freedom from a long dead marriage and toxic relationship #ReinstituteDivorce #divorceismyhumanright #DivorcePilipinas #YesToDivorce #FreeUs PA JEDI
@Sungsam-rs2rg
17 күн бұрын
Using toxic relationship as vanguard to promote divorce does not help the cause. Let's get to the point directly. We want divorce because we want to have a way out of a relationship anytime we want, regardless of reasons. In the latest divorce statistics in USA (we don't have divorce data in Philippines), only 25% of of divorces are due to domestic violence (both genders) and an overwhelming majority of divorces are due to lack of commitment or, in common terms, " just want out and try another".
@greenleafyman1028
14 күн бұрын
@@Sungsam-rs2rg why the hell you only used USA statistics and not the statistics in all countries combined. You intentionally misled people so that you can enforced your anti-divorce agenda.
Thank you so much Kirby for this video! I am a Filipina who was born & raised the US and I definitely agreed that the Philippines should say yes to divorce. I have friends who are from divorce families and they turned out OK. They still see their parents growing up, but on certain days, weeks, and months. It depends on their arrangement. I also remember someone told me that when their parents were together and they were arguing, it broke their hearts. But when their parents got divorce, it hurts at first, but later on, they were glad that their parents separate. Because they believe it was for the better for both parties. I really hope the Philippines will allow divorce.
@juliansandoval8022
18 күн бұрын
so you are not filipina
Napakaganda ng pagkakagawa at pagkakapaliwanag, mabuhay po kayo!
kirby can you do a videos on Chinese invasion dutch invasion and British occupation of the Philippines
@DarkR0ze
20 күн бұрын
He did, all except for the Dutch - was there a one in our history?
@CARL_093
20 күн бұрын
@@DarkR0ze thats i wanna see the dutch i wanna have a clear idea what happen then
its true kirby
Interesting topic❤
Very interesting!
#YesToDivorce
There's a proverb in Italy: "People who brag & talk too much don't do it" in USA: "Talk is cheap" it suites PH politicians Digong "I will reimpose the death penalty" "Change is coming" "Federalism" PBBM "Rice will be P20 a kilo" "Your dream is my dream" "electricity will be cheaper" "windmill power in the entire PH"
When the Europeans came our social construct came backwards
Good video!
I wish you mentioned that marriages was exclusive to royal families only because their unions combined lands and riches. The royal families were allowed divorces as both families are equal and no one wants their daughters held against their will. the rest of us timawas amd alipins had no lands and therefore not given marriages which did not necessitate divorce.
Well.. the country that brought the faith and no-divorce rules to the PH now only has about 16% practising Catholics and divorce has been legal since 1981 there so...
We used to have Divorce Law under Act 2710 - An Act Establish Divorce March 11, 1917 (repealed by the New Civil Code). Our Muslim Brothers have Divorce under PD 1083 The Muslim Code of the Philippines, Feb. 4, 1977. This Act 2710 can be googled and downloaded, yet one cannot find it in any law books nor in any articles and debates about divorce in the Philippines. I only came across of this law during my research as an Annulment Lawyer. I felt then that we have very little chances to secure the annulment so I researched far and wide and stumbled upon this Act 2710. Under Act 2710 , the grounds for Divorce is Adultery and Concubinage only. Atty. Emmanuel "Manny" C. Aragones
@KirbyAraullo
18 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing Attorney Manny!
banger video again sir kirby
@KirbyAraullo
18 күн бұрын
Thank you!
I was a bit surprised that Islam was not mentioned in terms of Divorce in the Southern Philippines. We have an entire Surah in the Qur’an that details how we go about divorce in Surah At-Talaaq (Chapter 65). Thank you for providing the resources for us to look up the claims that were made in this video kapatid.
Yes, there were some cases of Divorce during our Medieval times, but how is this relevant or correlative to our modern-day civilization and national identity, when most people disapprove of unnecessary divorces unless a partner is being battered or abused emotionally, or mentally, socially, and physically by the narcissistic other party.
@CraigSakada
19 күн бұрын
Because he’s a Philippines historian? 🤷🏻♂️
@valorwarrior7628
19 күн бұрын
@@CraigSakada yes, he's a very skilled Historian - but still biased and more on subtly pushing Woke narratives to Socially Conservative folks like us, Filipinos.
muslim filipinos can divorce
Tuwang Tuwa mga Mayaman malapit na may divorce 😅
Are you suggesting that since the pagan Philippines practiced divorce, that Catholic Philippines should also follow suit?
@kaiserguian
20 күн бұрын
Most catholic countries have divorces. A social right should not be blocked by laws just because a religion imposes it like any progressive society we see today. The social care for the divorcee based on our ancestors are more fair and progressive by today's standards valuing the party that will be impacted the most.
@nahiadiwata8599
20 күн бұрын
Separation of church and state ❤ If you don’t want divorce, then don’t get one. But don’t deprive others of a second chance
@jtaggueg
19 күн бұрын
I am ok with Catholics should not divorce and those who doesn't identify as Catholics do what they please
@leapdrive
19 күн бұрын
@@nahiadiwata8599 , there’s no such thing as separation of Church and State in a Catholic country. Its laws are based on the divine laws of God. If you allow the separation, then its very constitution can be changed by secularist pagan like you.
@leapdrive
19 күн бұрын
@@nahiadiwata8599 , there’s no such thing as separation of Church and State in a Catholic country. Its laws are based on the divine laws of God. If you allow the separation, then its very constitution can be changed by secularist pagan like you.
Im Filipino, how about we will be DIFFERENT from the rest of the world, that DIVORCE is not allowed here in our country. how about that!!!. i dont know WHY we follow other countries. which i know that without DIVORCE is now part of our TRADITION. as might ABOLISH FIESTA which is our TRADITION.
@RonPhilBargayoNeogenian
20 күн бұрын
A total hypocrisy destroying toxic relationships is a must do not use our culture to degrade women
@Kariktan214
20 күн бұрын
@@RonPhilBargayoNeogenian Our culture doesn't degrade women though. I don't agree with it, but I understand the need for divorce. I just hope that our government will implement our laws about protection for domestic abuse properly. If divorce really was implemented and the abusers were not punished, they would just abuse more people who will enter a new relationship with them.
@NetarAlt
20 күн бұрын
I agree with Abolishing "Fiestas" and Fixing the Country and It's Culture. But Marriage without Seperation is just Permanent.
@MADesigns_
20 күн бұрын
Being “different” from the rest of the world doesn’t always guarantee safety. People are stuck in loveless and abusive marriages because divorce is not an option for them
@JSUANWorks
19 күн бұрын
@@MADesigns_ Give me a data that more abusive between male and female in marriage. i accept your SAFETY. or how about no MARRIAGE at the first place.