MODULE 2 IN GEC 2

(READINGS IN PHILIPPINE HISTORY)

LESSON 3 – THE KARTILYA OF KATIPUNAN

VALUE/THRUSTS INTEGRATION

Patriotism and Nationalism

INTRODUCTION:
Katipunan or KKK was a secret movement organized by Andres Bonifacio and all
teachings of Katipunan are contained in Kartilya. The kartilya was a primer of the
movement written by Emilio Jacinto which became an important document in
indoctrinating the members of Katipunan in its ideals. The word Kartilya came from the
Spanish word “cartilla,” which means a primer for grade school students during Spanish
period. It is consist of “fourteen” teachings which members of the society should follow.
The teachings are expected from the members even after the attainment of freedom from
the Spaniards.
Moreover, the Kartilya was not just a document for the Katipunan, its importance
today is predicated on the teachings that embodied the moral and nationalistic principles
of a nation that fought for independence but also relevant in holding the cultural and
historical values of the Filipinos amidst the threat posed by foreign influences brought
about by today’s globalization.

INTENDED OUTCOME/LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

At the end of the lesson the students will be able to:
1. Examine the context, and perspective of the document;
2. Determine the main teachings and guiding principles of the Kartilya;
3. Identify the importance of Katilya to the past and today’s society;
STIMULATING LEARNING (Motivation)
1. Have you heard the word Kartilya ng Katipunan?
2. Who wrote this guiding principle of Katipunan?
3. How important was this document in the 19th century?
4. Do you have an idea about the content and the teachings embedded in Kartilya?

INCULCATING CONCEPTS (Input/Lesson Proper)

NARRATIVES
According to Jim Richardson, “The Kartilya is the best known of all Katipunan texts”
and it is the only document of any length set in print by the Katipunan prior to 1896
Philippine Revolution.
The Kartilya was printed as a small pamphlet distributed to the members of
Katipunan. This document further served as the primary lessons for the members of the
movement.
Note: The teachings are followed by a form to be filled out with name, hometown, age,
occupation, status, and address. The Kartilya concludes with a brief undertaking to be
signed by the person who intends to join the association.
LESSON 4 – THE ACT OF PROCLAMATION OF INDEPENDENCE OF THE FILIPINO
PEOPLE

VALUE/THRUSTS INTEGRATION
Patriotism and Nationalism; freedom and independence

INTRODUCTION:
This topic discusses about, “The Act of Proclamation of Philippine Independence
of the Filipino” delivered by President Emilio Aguinaldo at Kawit, Cavite on June 12, 1898.
This document manifest the end of 333 years of Spanish colonial rule.
The Declaration was short 2,000-word document which summarized the reason
behind the revolution against the Spain, the war for independence, and the future of the
new republic under Emilio Aguinaldo.

INTENDED OUTCOME/LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

At the end of the lesson the students will be able to:
1. Examine the context, and perspective of the document;
2. Explain how the Philippines achieved its independence from Spanish colonial rule;
3. Examine the state of Philippine independence today.

STIMULATING LEARNING (Motivation)

Why do we commemorate every year the date June 12? Do you think this event is a
significant turning point in the History of our country? Why? Do you know who is Emilio
Aguinaldo and Ambrosio Rianzares Bautista? What do they contribute to the Declaration
of the Philippine independence?
INCULCATING CONCEPTS (Input/Lesson Proper)

NARRATIVES
After the exile of Emilio Aguinaldo in Hong Kong as he returned back to the
Philippines he established a Dictatorial Government through the recommendation of
American Consul Wildman. He installed himself as dictator, declared Philippine
Independence on June 12, 1898 in Kawit, Cavite. The Filipino revolutionary forces under
him witnessed and proclaimed the sovereignty and independence of the Philippines from
Spanish colonial rule after they were defeated in the Battle of Manila Bay on May 1, 1898
during Spanish American war. This historic event was declared as a national holiday and
was witnessed by thousands of people who gathered at Kawit to witness the declaration.
The Act of Declaration of Independence was prepared and written by Ambrosio
Rianzares Bautista in Spanish, who also read the said declaration. Furthermore, the
Declaration was signed by ninety-eight persons which signified that the Filipinos have the
right to be free and independent.
The Philippine National Flag hoisted was designed by Emilio Aguinaldo, and sewn
by Marcela Agoncillo, and assisted by Lorenza Agoncillo and Delfina Herbosa. The
Marcha Filipina Magdalo (now Lupang Hinirang) composed by Julian Felipe was played
by the San Francisco de Malabon Band (Grey, 2017).
The readings on the Act of the Declaration of Philippine Independence was
translated by in English by Sulpicio Guevarra from the Centennial Publication of the
National Historical Institute as follows: