MUSDIKS:nalawit
Word: nalawit
Source of Term: Filipino Heritage vol. 7
Language: Tagalog
Category:Performer
Description :A ritual performer of sanghiyang who goes into a trance during the long hours of chanting.
- Making an offering to the spirits, he invokes them to cure the sick person. He offers native delicacies along with candles, medals, and rosaries.