In a certain wide region of Luzon, there was a village frequented by young men. The town was full of trees, beautiful flowers and a river where clear waters flowed. What attracted the young men more than the scenery was a beautiful nymph- like maiden. The maiden was Maria and she had lots of suitors who came from afar and who fought for her hand. But Maria remained unconcerned and very choosy. Because she was kind, her suitors remained undaunted so Maria thought of a plan. She called all the men together and told them, "You are all good and kind and it is difficult for me to choose one among you. Let me decide with a test. "I'll marry the first man who can bring me a big, live and strong serpent," Maria said in jest.The young men were dumbfounded. After a while, the voice of Ilog broke the silence. "I promise to bring you one, Maria. Even if I have to risk my like, I'll bring you what you wish." Ilog was a man known for his bravery. He left immediately to fulfill his promise. The men whispered among themselves.They were sure that Ilog would never be able to return. They waited for a long while but Ilog had not returned. Even Maria was saddenedbecause she also grieved the loss of a man as brave and accommodating as Ilog. After many hours,Ilog returned.They crowded to see how Ilog would prove his bravery. Ilog held a big snake by its nape and tail. While the men were thus occupied, two Spaniards passed by. Theirattention was caught not by what Ilog held but by the beauty of Maria. "Maria," heroically called Ilog. "I've brought you the serpent you wished for. What else do you want me to do to make you happy?" The Spaniards were startled. They asked the people around where they were and in whatplace they were in but nobody paid attention for their attention were focused on the snake and onMaria. When Maria saw that the snake was still struggling, she shouted. "Taga, Ilog! Taga, Ilog!" (Cut, Ilog! Cut, Ilog!) which she addressed to Ilog so he would cut the snake up again. The two Spaniards, thinking that this was in answer to their question repeated the words TAGAILOG, TAGAILOG which later became TAGAL source:http://docslide.us/documents/phil-literaturepre-spanish-period.html
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