Barrio San Ignacio was also the first established barrio upon the arrival of the missionaries. The story is a proverb and is founded upon the Chamorro proverb, ‘In the original version of Sirena there were only three women involved: Sirena, her mother, and godmother. It is however one of the most treasured stories in the Chamorro culture, the most retold from generation to generation.To understand the story of Sirena one must have an historical knowledge of the Each of the barrios differentiated the class system of the Chamorro society. Guam Legends. This introduction is supported by historical evidences of the geological features of the Oral history relates that the missionaries and Spanish officials had difficulty restricting children from the river which was a water resource. sea or Minondo River. Thankfully, Sirena's grandmother quickly interceded and At the end of the day Sirena's mother and grandmother went to look for her, and were The development though of the Chamorro version of Sirena is unique in its account of the three major characters: the mother, the godmother, and Sirena.To substantiate the original account, the most popular version relates that Sirena was sent on an errand to obtain charcoal for ironing. Many also were recruited prior to this era during the Manila Galleon Trade. Folklore It also involves the obligations of others not biologically related, but essential to the growth of the child, especially on the spiritual level. The Cow and the Carabao.
Among the myths about mermaids and sirens, one story remains very prominently showcased and remembered in the modern society - tale of a lovely girl Sirena who was transformed into a mermaid in a curse. stories are saying that Sirena will never appear willingly among the people, and that she can only be caught by net made from human hair. To her surprise and dismay, the lower half of her body transformed into the tail of a fish!
Sirena Guam's legendary mermaid, Sirena, lived in Agana during Spanish times near the Minondo River where fresh spring waters dividing the city of Agana met the ocean at the river's mouth (Bicana) not so far from the site of the statue above. She had fins like a fish, and her skin was covered with scales! Although she regretted her curse, her sincere desire could not be retracted.The godmother’s character is focused on her single role of spiritual responsibilities. Her curse though, manifested in Sirena being affected only physically. To this day, sailors and people living in Guam are reporting the sightings of young Sirena, forever watching their shores and protecting them. One day her mother asked her to collect few coconuts so that their family can eat, but Sirena became distracted, and instead of The mythological maiden, Sirena, in the ‘I Tetehnan’ manuscript is considered a proverb, and not a legend. Although most did not return, those who did perhaps introduced the story.There are many versions to the story of Sirena. References were implied if one desired to be like Sirena, but no one was ever given that name.The origin of the story developed from Spanish folklore. In a moment of anger, Sirena's mother turned to her and said "if you love to swim so much then THE MERMAID SIRENA (a legend from Guam) February 22, 2004. There was once a cow and a carabao who were friends. Sirena loved the water, swimming whenever she could steal a moment from her many chores.Suddenly, Sirena, still swimming in the river, began to feel a change coming over her. Whatever is biological is the mother’s right. Her mother utters a curse that will forever change Sirena's life, unless her godmother can help. She was transformed into a mermaid!In her new form, Sirena was unable to leave the water. After the mother cursed Sirena, she demanded her rights given to her at baptism. All of a sudden her liberties were denied. Legends of Guam.
The word ‘Sirena’ is borrowed from the Spanish language which means a mythological mermaid. Sirena Sirena is truly an icon in the world of Guam legends and her depiction by artist Veroni Sablan is only the latest of many of this half-girl, half-mermaid figure. Moreover she represents the carefree nature of the Chamorro child-rearing practices. Many stories have been told of sailors who have caught a glimpse of her at sea. be a fish!". The Agana River meandered from the newly washed green jungle foliage and merged with the …