Loob

• What does "loob" mean in English?


  Rational will
• How is "loob" related to "kapwa"?

  Loob and kapwa are interconnected
• What does "loob" encompass in Filipino culture?

  Humanity, personality, and daily experiences
• What is the holistic aspect of "loob"?


  Experiences of being truly human
• What does the interior aspect of "loob" focus on?


  Human heartedness like compassion and kindness
• How does "loob" reflect a person's identity?


  It tells about the person as a whole
• What are the manifestations of "loob"?


  • magandang loob/abuting loob: kindness, goodwill
  • loob/saloobin: will, feeling
  • isaloob: to value or give importance
  • kaloob: gift given sincerely
  • kalooban: will, acceptance, decision
  • tibay ng loob: courageous and strong
  • magaang ang loob: feeling composed in trouble
• What does "Utang na Loob" refer to?

  Obligation to repay a favor
• How is "Utang na Loob" characterized according to Gripaldo (2005)?

  It possesses characteristics of Filipino values
• What does Limbo (2011) define "Utang na Loob" as?

  Debt of gratitude
• How is "Utang na Loob" related to closeness?

  It nourishes feelings of indebtedness
• What is the self-imposed obligation in "Utang na Loob"?


  To give back the same kind of help
• How does "Utang na Loob" relate to reciprocity?


  It is higher than contractual reciprocity
• How is "Utang na Loob" expressed through respect?


  By showing gratitude and giving respect
• What does "Utang na Loob" require according to Mauss?

  A return favor when something is given
• What is "Kagandahang-Loob" and its significance?


  • Translates to "the beauty of the will"
  • Synonymous with "kabutihang loob" (goodness of will)
  • Manifested through spontaneous acts of generosity
  • Must not be guided by ulterior motives
• What are the characteristics of a person with "kagandahang loob"?


  • May malasakit: sensitive and considerate
  • May pakikipagkapwa: always ready to help
  • May malinis na kalooban: grateful and honorable