Filipino Catholic devotees inflict self-flagellation in a sign of repentance during Lent. This practice is strongly denounced by the authorities of the Catholic Church, as a misinterpretation of faith.

Self-flagellation in Philippines
Filipino Catholic devotees inflict self-flagellation in a sign of repentance during Lent. This practice is strongly denounced by the authorities of the Catholic Church, as a misinterpretation of faith.