Coursework 4:

Who made Jose Rizal our Foremost National Hero, and Why?

1. What do you understand by this statement by Rafael Palma, "The

doctrines of Rizal are not for one epoch but for all epochs"?
- From my own understanding, the doctrines of Rizal are still effective as of
today as they were in the past. And these doctrines will remain up until the
next generation.
2. Do you agree with the writer's arguments on why Rizal is the
greatest Filipino hero? Enumerate his arguments. Provide your
reasons for agreeing or disagreeing with his arguments. 
a) a person of distinguished valor or enterprise in danger, or fortitude in
suffering.
b) and a man honored after death by public worship because of
exceptional service to mankind.
- Yes, I agree. Rizal is a true definition of a hero; he studies not just for himself
but he studies for him to help his countrymen. He put his life in line and
bravely face the consequences of his actions even it means death.
3. What do you understand by this statement by Sir Thomas Browne in
relation to Rizal's heroism, "Scholars are men of peace; they bear no
arms; but their tongues are sharper than the sword; their pen carry
further and give a louder report than thunder..."? 
- Rizal doesn't need a sword since he is such a wise man that his words are
much more powerful than any sword. Many people's senses were awoken by
his pen and writings, and it was his way of helping his fellow Filipinos. In
battle, his pen became his weapon. Because of Rizal, I believe that we don't
need a cannon, missiles, swords, or any other weapon to win a fight; all we
need is a sharp mind to think, a tongue to speak, and a brave heart to fight,
and we'll win.