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Indarapatra and Sulayman

The epic 'Indarapatra and Sulayman' tells the story of two brothers, King Indarapatra and Prince Sulayman, who fight against terrible monsters terrorizing the land of Mindanao. Sulayman bravely defeats several creatures but ultimately falls to a seven-headed monster, prompting Indarapatra to revive him with a magical plant. Together, they ensure the monsters are defeated, restoring peace to the land and planting trees as symbols of their bravery and brotherly love.

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Indarapatra and Sulayman

The epic 'Indarapatra and Sulayman' tells the story of two brothers, King Indarapatra and Prince Sulayman, who fight against terrible monsters terrorizing the land of Mindanao. Sulayman bravely defeats several creatures but ultimately falls to a seven-headed monster, prompting Indarapatra to revive him with a magical plant. Together, they ensure the monsters are defeated, restoring peace to the land and planting trees as symbols of their bravery and brotherly love.

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Indarapatra and Sulayman

An epic from the Maranao people of Mindanao


Long ago, in the land of Mindanao, there lived terrible creatures that brought fear and
destruction to the people. These monsters ravaged villages, killed animals and people, and turned
once-prosperous lands into desolate places. The people cried out for help, hoping that someone
powerful would come to their rescue.
Far away, in the kingdom of Mantapuli, lived King Indarapatra, a wise and powerful ruler. When
he heard of the suffering in Mindanao, his heart was filled with sorrow. He knew something had
to be done. So, he called upon his brave younger brother, Prince Sulayman, and asked him to go
to Mindanao and save the people from the monsters.
Before Sulayman left, Indarapatra gave him a magic sword, a ring, and a blessing. As Sulayman
departed, Indarapatra climbed a high hill, where he waited and watched for signs of his brother’s
journey.
Sulayman arrived in Mindanao and traveled across the land. He first encountered Kurita, a
monster with many legs living in a dark forest. With one powerful strike of his sword, Sulayman
killed the beast.
Next, he climbed Mount Matutum, where he met the fierce Tarabusaw, a creature that lived
among the rocks and devoured people. The battle was fierce, but Sulayman fought bravely and
killed the monster.
He then faced the giant bird Pah, who flew in the sky and cast darkness over the land. Sulayman
waited until Pah flew low, then struck it down with his sword, bringing light back to the skies.
But Sulayman's greatest challenge came when he encountered the seven-headed monster near
the sea. The battle was long and difficult. Though Sulayman fought with all his strength, he was
eventually killed by the creature.
Back in Mantapuli, King Indarapatra felt a deep pain in his heart. He knew something terrible had
happened to his brother. Without hesitation, he set out for Mindanao.
When he arrived, he saw the destruction and the lifeless body of Sulayman. The king wept for his
brother. As he knelt by Sulayman’s body, he remembered the magical plant called Lantawan,
which had the power to bring life back. He searched and found the plant, placed it over Sulayman,
and miraculously, his brother was revived.
Together, the two brothers made sure that all the monsters were truly gone. Peace returned to
Mindanao, and the people rejoiced.
Before leaving, Indarapatra planted a tree in every place Sulayman had fought. These trees stood
as a symbol of bravery, peace, and the great love between brothers.

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