What is "anito"

Anito \A*ni"to\, n.; pl. -tos. [Sp.] In Guam and the Philippines, an idol, fetich, or spirit.

Anito is a collective name for the pre- Hispanic belief system in the Philippines. It is also used to refer to spirits, including the household deities, deceased ancestors, nature-spirits nymphs and diwatas ( dryads). Ancient Filipinos kept statues to represent these spirits, ask guidance and magical protection. Much of the tradition has been Christianized and incorporated into Folk Catholicism.

Anito is an ancient Tagalog faith. A belief where there is one God above all with high respect to all gods creations. Respect of elders and ancestors and environment are highly regarded.