[37] This statement is significant, as it shows an understanding of the true cause of the echo. Ifugao cosmographical and astronomical knowledge is not very primitive, as a careful study of this myth will clearly demonstrate. [↑]
[39] Ifugao knowledge of the part played by erosion in the formation of the topographical features of the earth is clearly shown. [↑]
[40] Shellfish, greens, fruits, meats, or fish that constitute the savory part of the meal, as contrasted with kánon which refers only to staple foods such as rice, sweet potatoes, etc. [↑]
[41] Mumbónan͠g has a head covered with bristles, just like a porcupine, but radiating and sharp pointed like nails facing outward to penetrate any object on the outside. He possibly represents some constellation. [↑]
[42] The goddess of weaving. [↑]
[43] Or N͠gílîn an Maknón͠gan (?). [↑]
[44] Deities which the Ifugaos believe to be their ancestors. [↑]
[45] The people of Alímît Ifugao. ([Plate I.]) [↑]
[46] Tad-óna and Inúke are recognized as common ancestors by all the Kián͠gan Ifugaos, and the myths about them are legion. [↑]