Minsu Lubat Synthesis

Tracing the Historical Journey of Filipino Muslims and Indigenous Peoples in MINSUPALA:
Paving the Path towards Sustainable Peace and Development in Mindanao
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An HIS003 Synthesis Paper
passed to Ma’am Arlyn Hervias
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In fulfillment of the Requirements
of HIS003 (MinSuPala)
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By:
LUBAT, MARIA ELLAH M.
HIS003-22F
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
MINDANAO STATE UNIVERSITY – GENERAL SANTOS
Barangay Fatima, General Santos City
May 2023
History is essential to comprehending the difficulties, problems, and ambitions of
different communities. It gives us useful knowledge of the past, assists us in making decisions
about current events, and shapes what is to come. The importance of learning the history of
Filipino Muslims alongside other indigenous peoples in MINSUPALA, with a special emphasis on
Mindanao, is addressed in this synthesis paper. We acquire an improved comprehension of their
shared experiences by investigating multiple topics that include past geography, land forms,
traditions, and important occurrences. Also, recognizing how they developed is essential for
promoting long-term development and peace in the region.
Mindanao, the island with the second-largest area in the Philippines, possesses a rich
geological heritage that has formed its broad landscapes. Volcanic activity, shifting tectonic
plates, and geothermal energy sources have all played a role in the creation of Mindanao’s
stunning scenery, which includes rising terrain, rich valleys, and fresh shorelines. Knowing
Mindanao’s past geology allows us to understand the complex connection that exists between
the region’s natural features and the daily lives of the indigenous peoples and Muslim Filipinos
that reside there.
In addition, Mindanao has long been known as the “Land of Promise” for Muslim
Filipinos with deep ties to the region. The study of their history reveals the profound impact of
Islam, which was brought to them by Arab and Malay traders. The words and example of
Prophet Muhammad (SAW) have played an essential role in the development of the Muslim
Filipino community’s religious beliefs, social customs, and ethical principles. Likewise, the Holy
Qur’an operates as a guidepost, offering a structure to guide their psychological and moral
principles.
Mindanao Island is home to a variety of indigenous groups, all of whom have their own
very independent traditions and customs, along with the Muslim population. We learn about
their ancestral connection to the land and their ongoing battle for acknowledgment and
determination by looking into their roots. Throughout the years, these groups have faced many
obstacles, such as the effects of colonial rule, the Spanish Moro Wars, and the arrival of foreign
structures that threatened their customs and way of life. Their perseverance and drive to
maintain their sense of culture, on the other hand, have stood the test of time, assisting as an
example of the resilient energy of Mindanao’s indigenous peoples.
The effect of colonization on Filipino Muslims and indigenous peoples cannot be
overstated. The Spanish Moro Wars, fueled by land disagreements and religious distinctions,
greatly influenced the position of power structures among the colonizers and Muslim groups. As
a reaction to the repressive colonial regime, the organization of Juramentado arose throughout
this time period. The Juramentado were people who utilized a holy pledge to protect their
communities from unfair practices. This past has established the groundwork for the present-
day difficulties that these groups encounter, such as the expulsion and displacement of Lumad
and Moro peoples from their ancestral territories.
The Moros’ diaspora, as well as the movement of the two groups of Lumad and Moro
peoples, has had an enormous effect on their hometowns. Required moving, confiscation of
property, and discrimination have put their fortitude and inventiveness to the test. Despite
these obstacles, these groups have labored relentlessly to maintain their cultural heritage and
ancestral customs, frequently in the midst of challenges and prejudice. Keeping alive and the
quest for an equitable society have grown inextricably linked in their collaborative storytelling.
Mindanao’s encounter for stability and growth remains ongoing, with different stages of
political change and initiatives to deal with the Moros’ worries. Since the passage of the Jones
Law and the Tydings-McDuffie Act, the Moroland time frame has observed significant turning
points in this road trip. Initiatives were initiated throughout the Commonwealth Government to
incorporate the Moros into broader Philippine society. However, the Japanese occupation and
its ensuing aftermath impacted these developments and exacerbated the current challenges
confronting the inhabitants of Mindanao.
During World War II, the uprising movement played an important role in uniting
different groups in their fight towards colonial oppression. During this time, alliances developed
among Muslim Filipinos, indigenous peoples, as well as other defenders of liberty, emphasizing
their common desire for autonomy and freedom. The uprising sought in addition to repel
invaders, but to also gain ancestral territories and maintain their heritage.
Also, the Mindanao-Sulu Crisis, which included clashes among government forces and
Muslim separatist groups, was a watershed moment in recent Philippine history. The
Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has been instrumental in promoting discussion and
the execution of peace agreements. The OIC’s participation emphasizes the significance of
global collaboration and negotiation in addressing intricate disputes and accomplishing lasting
stability in the region as a whole.
Finally, learning about the past of Filipino Muslims alongside the other indigenous
peoples of MINSUPALA provides an in-depth comprehension of Mindanao’s difficulties, goals,
and societal diversity. We acquire a better understanding of these collective voyages by

investigating past geology, land forms, religious practices, colonial impacts, and modern
difficulties. Mindanao can also pave the way for long-term peace, growth, and unity in society
by acknowledging its past and accepting a tri-people group approach. We may operate in an era
that acknowledges and appreciates Mindanao’s distinct cultures and collaborative goals by
recognizing and appreciating the lengthy histories that define these various groups.

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Tracing the Historical Journey of Filipino Muslims and Indigenous Peoples in MINSUPALA:

Paving the Path towards Sustainable Peace and Development in Mindanao

An HIS003 Synthesis Paper

passed to Ma’am Arlyn Hervias

In fulfillment of the Requirements

LUBAT, MARIA ELLAH M.

Mindanao, is addressed in this synthesis paper. We acquire an improved comprehension of their

promoting long-term development and peace in the region.

that reside there.

example of the resilient energy of Mindanao’s indigenous peoples.

The effect of colonization on Filipino Muslims and indigenous peoples cannot be

and Moro peoples from their ancestral territories.

confronting the inhabitants of Mindanao.

stability in the region as a whole.

peoples of MINSUPALA provides an in-depth comprehension of Mindanao’s difficulties, goals,

and societal diversity. We acquire a better understanding of these collective voyages by

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