Self flagellation is one of the popular practices by the Catholic faithful in the Philippines during Good Friday, along with the crucifixion. It is characterized by the use of a "taktak", a small wooden paddle with bits of glass or blade that a penitent would whip on his back as part of his atonement for his sins, A "berdugo" or executioner would then pour liquor or rub salt on the penitent's back to disinfect the self-inflicted wounds. Photos by INQUIRER.net's Joseph Garibay, AFP, AP. Edited by INQUIRER.net's Ryan Leagogo

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