Tagalog speaking Filipino in Belgium


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Introduction / History

Tagalog is the largest ethnic/language group residing in the Philippines, especially in the southern part of Luzon and nearby islands. The regions of Calabarzon and Mimaropa have the greatest concentrations.

They are one of the ancient dwellers of the Philippines. Tagalog culture developed in Taal, Batangas (the heartland of the Tagalog culture). The traditions of this people were passed orally. They developed a trading link with neighboring countries such as China, Japan, etc. Tagalogs have a writing system called baybayin. It uses diacritics to determine its pronunciation (similar to the Devanagari script of India).

During the Spanish colonization of the Philippines, the Tagalog homeland (especially Manila) became the center of colonial activity. The culture of these people dramatically changed from Asian to Hispanic culture (a combination of the two) during their rapid Christianization.

They eventually revolted against the Spanish colonizers. Along with other ethnic groups, Tagalogs fought against the invading Americans and later, the Japanese.

After gaining their independence, the Tagalog population grew rapidly. A poor economy and political corruption have led to poverty, causing many to migrate to 56 countries for work, including Belgium. Belgium has a strong economy which attracts foreign workers.


What Are Their Lives Like?

Tagalogs earn far more than they would had they remained in the Philippines. The more fortunate work in the business, IT, or government sector and send plenty of money home to their families. Such people often permanently settle in the new country and send money to family members. Some Tagalogs have won beauty pageants in Belgium and represented that country internationally. Others have left their mark in entertainment or business. Typically, Tagalogs in Belgium are tradesmen, seamen, the service industry or academics.

Tagalog women are often in the medical field, especially as nurses and caregivers. Their good people skills and patience make them suitable for such jobs as well as jobs in the service sector. Tagalog women are vulnerable, especially those in caregiving roles. The nature of the work requires long hours.

Tagalog women sometimes love and care for the host family’s children as a substitute for their own. They try to keep in contact with their families through Zoom calls. If their husbands remain in the Philippines, he often doesn’t take good care of the children. Divorce is common among migrant workers since they are separated from their families for a long time.

Men often work in construction and other labor-intensive fields, especially in Middle Eastern countries. Sometimes they are given dangerous jobs. With few options and families that need foreign money, Tagalogs remain on the job.


What Are Their Beliefs?

Their religion is Christianity, usually Roman Catholicism. They commonly incorporate pre-Christian beliefs into the church. Some believe in traditional healers/herdsmen called "Albularyo" who heal them from their illnesses. Many also believe in mythical c


What Are Their Needs?

The Filipino government tries to help its people obtain jobs in other parts of the world, and this has allowed billions of dollars to come back to the Philippines from overseas workers. However, this needs to be balanced with worker rights; the needs of f


Prayer Points

Pray for the Lord to be their protector.
Pray for Tagalogs to focus their faith and devotion on Jesus Christ, the only savior.
Pray for them to become a major sending base to Muslims.
Pray that soon Tagalog disciples will be making more disciples.


Scripture Prayers for the Filipino, Tagalog in Belgium.


References

Anonymous
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Overseas_Filipinos
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9dNB5xZRT3k
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Filipinos_in_Belgium


Profile Source:   Joshua Project  

People Name General Filipino, Tagalog
People Name in Country Filipino, Tagalog
Natural Name Tagalog speaking Filipino
Alternate Names Pilipino
Population this Country 3,500
Population all Countries 40,969,000
Total Countries 56
Indigenous No
Progress Scale 5
Unreached No
Frontier People Group No
Pioneer Workers Needed
PeopleID3 15175
ROP3 Code 109692
Country Belgium
Region Europe, Western
Continent Europe
10/40 Window No
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank Not ranked
Country Belgium
Region Europe, Western
Continent Europe
10/40 Window No
National Bible Society Website
Persecution Rank Not ranked

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Primary Religion: Christianity
Major Religion Percent
Buddhism
0.00 %
Christianity  (Evangelical 12.00 %)
98.00 %
Ethnic Religions
0.00 %
Hinduism
0.00 %
Islam
0.00 %
Non-Religious
2.00 %
Other / Small
0.00 %
Unknown
Unknown
Primary Language Tagalog (3,500 speakers)
Language Code tgl   Ethnologue Listing
Language Written Yes   ScriptSource Listing
Total Languages 1
Primary Language Tagalog (3,500 speakers)
Language Code tgl   Ethnologue Listing
Total Languages 1
People Groups Speaking Tagalog

Primary Language:  Tagalog

Bible Translation Status  (Years)
Bible-Portions Yes  (1898-1991)
Bible-New Testament Yes  (1902-1977)
Bible-Complete Yes  (1905-2014)
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Film / Video My Last Day video, anime Jesus Film Project
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Text / Printed Matter Literacy primer for Tagalog Literacy & Evangelism International
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