15 Things Filipino Kids have to Go Through during Holy Week

April 12, 2017 Joy Adalia

#12 Boys’ Rite of Passage

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In the Philippines, the summer season is also circumcision season for young boys. It is often viewed as a rite of passage. While this could be done anytime during the summer, there are places where the custom is done on the Holy Week.