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Knitted Parol Pillow

₱1,769.00

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One of the most iconic symbols of the Filipino Christmas spirit, is the Christmas lantern or locally known as "PAROL".  Filipinos traditionally hang the Parol outside the house as a representation of the star of Bethlehem that guided the Three Wise Men to the manger of the newly born Jesus Christ. The origin of Parol can be traced back during the Spanish era in the Philippines, when the Spaniards brought Christianity to the islands. Parols were initially used to light the way to church to faithfully attend the 9-day Simbang Gabi or Misas de Aguinaldo, which begin on the 16th of December, a devotion for petition of special favors. After coming home from hearing the mass, instead of putting away the lantern somewhere else, people would hang it outside the house.

May it be a parol with simple or intricate designs, for Filipinos it is an expression of shared faith and hope. It also symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and Filipinos’ goodwill during Christmas season.

Our handknit version with pompoms and tassels is a unique take on this Filipino tradition - hang them outside or place on your sofa for the extra cosy holiday feel!   (We have Parol Ornaments for the tree too!)

Do remember, that each hand knit item is unique and sizes may vary slightly.   

Hand knit with love by a mama who also plants rice in the rice terraces (take a look at the P20 bill to see what they look like).

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