Below is a link to an article from WarriorAlliance.com on Kali, looking at different terminology, styles and including quotes from Grand Tuhon and Dan Inosanto.
“Kali” is an ancient martial art form from the Philippine Archipelago (formerly Maharlika) that pre-dates the Spanish conquest of the island nation and is based on the use of the blade (sword).
But the word “Kali” has many interpretations and meanings depending on who you talk to within the Filipino Martial Arts community.
Since there are over 180 languages in the Philippines and 12 unique alphabets no one knows for sure who is correct. And unfortunately, it was a standard procedure for Spanish Conquistadores to burn all local literature. One Spanish priest alone is said to have burned 300 scrolls in Luzon.”
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