The Eskaya stories are fundamental to the community's understanding of itself, particularly its origins, belief systems, and practices. One legend tells of how the group first arrived in Bohol from Sumatra. Their first leader, Dangko, had twelve children who settled near Antequera before moving east.
The Eskaya stories are vital for the community's self-understanding, encompassing its history, beliefs, and practices. One legend describes how the group initially arrived in Bohol from Sumatra. Their first leader, Dangko, had twelve children who settled near Antequera before moving east.