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MISA DE GALLO or the nine-day Simbang Gabi (dawn Mass) is an occasion for Filipinos to strengthen their spirituality and bond as family and to enjoy the scents, sights, sounds and taste of Christmas.

In northern and Central Luzon, various traditions, including a nine-day novena, accompany the celebration of the Simbang Gabi.

I’ve heard a lot about this from Suzette. She says grandma goes to the Masses all nine mornings every year when her health permits. It sounds like a wonderful tradition. They have so many of them in the Philippines. It makes us Americans seem kind of boring. The article goes on to say that the tradition was introduced in the Spanish era. I am wondering if this is a Spanish tradition. Do they have it Mexico, South America or Spain? If anyone knows, please leave a comment. I’d love hear stories about this too.

[Luzon folk keep alive Misa de Gallo traditions - INQ7.net]

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