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Module (SLM)
Course Character Formation
Nationalism and Patriotism
Sem/AY First Semester/2023-2024
Module No. 1
Lesson Title NATIONALISM AND PATRIOTISM
Week
1-4
Duration
Date August 22- September 15, 2022
This lesson will discuss the difference between Nationalism and Patriotism. It will also
Description discuss the different element, types, and characteristics of Nationalism and patriotism.
of the It will also discuss the development of nationalism and patriotism. This will help
Lesson students understand the essence of it to their chosen profession.

Learning Outcomes
Intended Students should be able to meet the following intended learning outcomes:
Learning
● Explain and understand the concept of Nationalism and Patriotism.
Outcomes
● Identify the difference between Nationalism and Patriotism

● Define what are the Elements, Type, and Characteristics of Nationalism, and
Patriotism.
Targets/ At the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
Objectives
● Understood the Concept of Nationalism and Patriotism

● Knew the difference of Nationalism and patriotism

● Enumerate the different elements, type, and characteristics of Nationalism and


Patriotism

Stu dent Learning Strategies

Online Activities A. Online Discussion via Google Meet


(Synchronous/ You will be directed to attend in a ______-Hour class discussion on the
nature and types of educational technologies. To have access to the

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Asynchronous) Online Discussion,


refer to this link:
____________________.

The online
discussion will
happen on
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(For further instructions, refer to your Google Classroom and see the
schedule of activities for this module)

B. Learning Guide Questions:


1. What is Character?
2. How does a Character formed?
3. What is Nationalism?
4. What is Patriotism?
5. What are the Elements, Type, and Characteristics of Nationalism,
and Patriotism?
6. What is the development of nationalism and Patriotism

Offline Activities
(e-Learning/Self- Lecture Guide
Paced)
GENERAL CONCEPTS OF CHARACTER
The term was derived from the Greek word “charassein” referring to
an engraving instrument, originally used of a mark impressed upon a coin
or the mark cut by it. Then it was applied to a distinctive mark of the
personality, and each individual one is being called characteristics
(Bartemeir, 2009). The social, emotion and intellectual manifestations of a
character are called personality, and the character is equivalent to
personality.

What is Character?
 Psychological notion that refers to all the habitual ways of feeling and
reacting of a person that distinguish one individual from another and
trademark of being a person.
 It signifies an individual personality and attributes of characteristics, a
pattern of behavior.
 Signifies the relatively fixed or continuing group of an individual
personality attributes of a person or the characteristic pattern of behavior
of an individual.

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What is Character
Formation?
o According to Donald
(2006) it is a process
by which the
individual, through
interaction of biologically transmitted predispositions with the
environment, develops stable pattern of functioning, thinking and
feeling.
o It is internalized patterns of values and attitudes and the consequent
actions that are often established in precognitive times of life through
the natural and normal educational patterns that are appropriate for
young children.
Example: Nursing, weaning, toilet training, birth of siblings and the
early relationship to the patterns (especially to the mother).
o As to Aristotle, character develop over time as one acquires habits from
parents and the environment either through reward and punishment.
Developing a good character is much learning to play a musical
instrument. Initially, an individual may be under some pressure to
practice, but eventually enjoys playing and understanding (Hartman,
2013).
Contributing Factors for Character Formation
1. Parental Influence.
The most important of all the factors which is responsible for
personality development ad bearing for mental growth. Therefore, in early
stage of their human existence, children adapt their parent’s mannerisms.
2. Home Environment.
Home as a cradle of human character and personality largely
contribute to the character formation of a child. It is said that the parents are
the first educators of the children. The parental guidance and discipline that
creates the kind of character, personality and attitude of a child. Parents
make sure that the child incorporates the positive emotions in personality
and stays away from the negative emotions. A child needs both parents to
develop their personality.
3. School Environment.
The second institution that helps to develop the personality and learn
the curriculum based learning and hidden curriculum. The relationship of a
child towards classmates, teachers and response to rules and regulations
mandated by the school or classroom management.
4. Culture.
Everyone has different character and values because of the different
cultures where everyone is exposed. Sociologists found out that the different
cultures have different values and a child grows up with them, sub-
consciously absorbing the same.

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Factors that Influence


Filipino Character
Formation
1. Home
environment
2. Social
environment
3. Culture and language
4. History
5. Educational system
6. Religion
7. Economic environment
8. Political environment
9. Mass media
10.Leadership and role model

Determining Character or Personality Types


1. Openness. It is appreciation for a variety of experience.
2. Conscientiousness. It is planning ahead rather than being
spontaneous.
3. Extraversion. It is being sociable, energetic and talkative.
4. Agreeableness. It is being kind, sympathetic and happy to help.
5. Neuroticism. It is inclined to worry or be vulnerable or
temperamental.

General Types of Characters


1. Positive Character/Good Character/Positive Trait.
These are attributes such as integrity, honesty, courage, loyalty,
fortitude, and other important virtues that promote good behavior and habits.
Further, it is said that:
a. Being honest and taking responsibility for your actions are
admirable qualities.
b. Adaptability and compatibility are great traits that can help you get
along with others.
c. Drive and determination will help you keep going no matter what.
d. Compassion and understanding mean you relate well to others.
e. Patience is a virtue and also a good personality trait.
f. Courage will help you do what’s right in tough situations.
g. Loyalty is a good quality to possess, making others trust you.
2. Negative Character/Negative Trait.
A person’s predisposition to commit evil acts such as:
a. A propensity to lying, in order to avoid responsibility for our
actions, is a deplorable quality.
b. Being rigid and selfish, unyielding to the needs of others are not

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endearing qualities.
c. Being full of
laziness and
excuses is sure to
drive others away,
too.
d. A hot temper
and an inability to empathize with others will also alienate us from
others.
e. Being quick to anger will turn people away.
f. Being disloyal, quick to talk about others behind their backs or
worse stab them in the back personal gain also falls high on the scale
negative personality traits.
3. Neutral Character/Neutral Trait.
It is commonly used to describe a person who doesn’t pick sides in
disputes such as:
a. Judges, for example must remain totally neutral when hearing a
case.
b. Manners mavens say that it’s best to remain neutral when topics
like politics and religion come up during a party.
c. Boxers can look to the neutral corners in the ring to escape a
punch.

Types of Characters
1. Self – Realized Character.
A person with this type of character is ever enthusiastic for she/he
knows her/his potentialities and limitations. This sort of a character is an
asset not only to the family but also the society in which person lives.
2. Covetous Character.
This refers to a jealous or acquisitive character. It is held that,
persons with greed will endeavor to go all out in collecting worldly
possessions and fulfilling his personal petty ambitions by adopting any
means open to him even crossing all the limits of moral and ethical limits.
3. Superstitious Character.
All were superstitious but when we’re over superstitious then problem
starts. It is not merely bad for the individual concerned but also those who
come in contact with this unpredictable person, who may change their tag
any moment thus leaving everybody around in the lurch.
4. Egoistic/overbearing/bossy/talk-talker.
The person who thinks that world runs due to her/him and everything
and everybody should respect her/him as such. His overbearing and bossy
disposition puts her/him in the category of hard – to – please.
5. Anti – Social Character.
A person who neither cares for the norms set by the society nor cares
for the moral or ethical values is an anti – social character. This anti – social

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behavior cuts off from the


community in which they
living and has to fend for
ultimately acts of
omissions and
commissions.
6. Insincere
Character.
When a person does something good for us, we express our sincere
thanks and go extra mile in being sincere to that person in whatever way it is
possible for us.
7. Complacent Character.
We all should have confidence on ourselves. It is good for day to day
functioning of our society. But when we cross the threshold of confidence
and step into the realm of complacency then problem starts.

The Six (6) Pillars of Good Character


1. Trustworthiness.
When a person is trusted, it is given a greater leeway and no need to
be monitored just to assure that they meet their obligations. When they are
trusted, they develop higher esteem which may be satisfying to them. They
must constantly live up the expectations of others and refrain from even
small lies or self – serving behavior that quickly destroys relationship.
A. Honesty. It’s a person’s good character in both
communications and conduct. Honesty in communications is
expressing the truth as best we know it and not conveying it in a way
likely to mislead or deceive. There were three (3) dimensions of
Honesty:
truthfulness
sincerity
openness
integrity
reliability (promise keeping)
a. Avoid bad faith excuses
b. Avoid unwise commitments
c. Avoid unclear commitments
B. Loyalty.
A responsibility that each should develop and maintain to promote the
interests of certain people, organizations or affiliations. To be loyal we must
develop the ability of safeguarding confidential information.

2. Respect.
The golden rule in human relation “Do unto others as you would
have them do unto you” perfectly illustrates “respect”. When respect is
observed we would prevent and anticipate violence, humiliation,

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manipulation and
exploitation. It reflects
notions such as civility,
courtesy, decency, dignity,
autonomy, tolerance
acceptance.

Qualities of a Respectful Person


a. Ability to listen
b. Treat others with consideration
c. Capable of accepting individual differences and beliefs.

3. Responsibility.
It is understood that life is full of choices and everyone has its own
judgment and decisions to take life in. However, we are expected to be
responsible for our actions and behaviors as rational being. Being
responsible means to take charge and be accountable of the
consequences of what we think and do.

Qualities of Responsible Person


a. Sense of accountability
b. Pursuit of excellence
c. Self – restraint

4. Fairness.
This pillar of good character involves issues of equality, impartiality,
proportionality, openness and due process. It is unfair to handle similar
matters inconsistently, and to impose punishment that is not commensurate
with the offense.

5. Caring.
it is easier to love humanity than to love people. People who consider
themselves ethical and yet lack of caring attitude toward individuals tend to
treat others as instruments of their will.

6. Citizenship.
This pillar of good character includes civic virtues and duties that
prescribe how we ought to behave as part of a community. The good citizen
knows the laws and obeys them. They volunteer and stays informed on the
issues of the day, the better to execute their duties and privileges as a
member of a self – governing democratic society.

THE FILIPINO CHARACTER, VALUES, AND CULTURE

Alphabet of Filipino Character Traits

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1. ALERTNESS.
It is being aware of
what is taking place
around.
2. ATTENTIVEN
ESS. It showing the
worth of a person or
task by giving undivided concentration.
3. AVAILABILITY. It is making own schedule and priorities
secondary to the wishes of those being served.
4. BENOVELENCE. It is giving to others basic needs without the
motivation for acquiring personal rewards.
5. BOLDNESS. The confidence that what is say or do is true, right,
and just.
6. CAUTIOUSNESS. It is knowing how important right timing is in
accomplishing rights actions.
7. COMPASSION. Investing whatever is necessary to heal the hurts
of others.
8. CONTENTMENT. Realizing that true happiness does not depend
on material conditions.
9. CREATIVITY. Approaching a need, a task, or an idea from a new
perspective.
10. DECISIVENESS. An ability to recognize key factors and finalize
difficult decisions.
11. DEFERENCE. Limiting freedom so not offend the taste of others.
12. DEPENDABILITY. It is fulfilling what is consented to do, even it
means unexpected sacrifice.
13. DETERMINATION. Purposing to accomplish right goals at the
right time, regardless of the opposition.
14. DILIGENCE. Investing time and energy to complete each task
designed.
15. DISCERNMENT. Understanding the deeper reasons why things
happen.
16. DISCRETION. Recognizing and avoiding words, actions, and
attitudes that could bring undesirable consequences.
17. ENDURANCE. The inward strength to withstand stress and do
the best.
18. ENTHUSIASM. Expressing joy in doing and accomplishing each
task.
19. FAITH. Confidence that actions rooted in good character will
yield the best outcome, even its not personally observed.
20. FLEXIBILITY. It is willingness to change plans or ideas according
to the direction of authorities.
21. FORGIVENESS. It is clearing the record of those who have
wronged and not holding a grudge.

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22. GENEROSITY.
It is carefully
managing
resources to be
capable of freely
giving to those in
need.
23. GENTLENESS. It is showing consideration and personal concern
for others.
24. GRATEFULNESS. Letting others know they one’s words and
actions how they have benefited one’s life.
25. HONOR. Respecting those in leadership because of the higher
authorities they represent.
26. HOSPITALITY. Cheerfully sharing food, shelter or conversation
to benefit others.
27. HUMILITY. Acknowledging that achievement results from the
investment of others in one’s life.
28. INITIATIVE. Recognizing and doing what needs to be done
before being asked to do it.
29. JOYFULNESS. Maintaining good attitude, even when faced with
unpleasant conditions.
30. JUSTICE. Taking personal responsibility to uphold what is pure,
right and true.
31. LOYALTY. Using difficult times to demonstrate commitment to
those being served.
32. OBEDIENCE. Quickly and cheerfully carrying out the direction of
the superior.
33. ORDERLINESS. Arranging self and surroundings to achieve
greater efficiency.
34. PATIENCE. Accepting a difficult situation without giving a
deadline to remove it.
35. PERSUASIVENESS. Guiding vital truths around another’s
mental roadblocks.
36. PUNCTUALITY. Showing esteem for others by doing the right
thing at the right time.
37. RESOURCEFULNESS. Finding practical uses for that which
others would overlook or discard.
38. RESPONSIBILITY. It is knowing and doing what is expected.
39. SECURITY. It is structuring one’s life around that which cannot
be destroyed or taken away.
40. SELF-CONTROL. It is rejecting wrong desires and doing what is
right.
41. SENSITIVITY. Perceiving the true attitudes and emotions of
others.
42. SINCERITY. It is eagerness to do what is right with transparent

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motives.
43. THOROUHNE
SS. It is knowing
what factors will
diminish the
effectiveness of
one’s work or words
if neglected.
44. THRIFTNESS. Allowing oneself and others to spend only what is
necessary.
45. TOLERANCE. Realizing that everyone is at varying levels of
character development.
46. TRUTHFULNESS. It is earning future trust by accurately
reporting past facts.
47. VIRTUE. The moral excellence evident in one’s life as
consistently doing what is right.
48. WISDOM. It is seeing and responding to life situations from a
perspective that transcends current circumstances.

The Most Well – Known Traits and Attitudes of the Filipino


1. HOSPITALITY.
This is one of the most popular qualities of Filipinos. Most foreigners
who have gone to the Philippines fell in love with the warm hospitality they
experienced while staying in the country. This is a kind value system which
has existed in the country thousands of years ago. Hospitality of Filipinos is
shown the following sample situations:
a. When a person visits a friend’s house, the host greet him or her
with a very warm welcome. The host will immediately let their visitor
sit down and will prepare a meal or snack plus drinks for the visitor.
The host will insist that the friend not leave the house with an empty
stomach. A host will always make sure you had a great time visiting
them.
b. People offer their guest room to visitors if they’re going to spend
the night.
c. Meal offered to guests are very special. A host will always find a
way to prepare great tasting food that her visitors want to eat.
2. RESPECT.
This is often observed, not just by younger people, but also people of
all ages. In the Philippines, respect for one’s elder is a tradition such like:
a. Po and Opo
b. Pagmamano
c. Making a bow to their employers
3. STRONG FAMILY TIES AND RELIGIONS.
Filipinos value their families so much that they to keep families intact
through the generations. Families go to church and pray together because

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their religion is important


and creates a strong bond,
marking god as the center
of their lives.
4. GENORISTY
AND
HELPFULNESS.
Aside from being hospitable, Filipinos are also well – known for being
generous. They share what they have to the people around them even when
they only have little.
5. STRONG WORK ETHICS.
Another good thing most Filipinos have been being hardworking
people. They are always willing to work almost the whole day to provide the
needs of their families.
6. LOVING AND CARING.
Filipinos’ generosity, hospitality and religiosity are found to be the
sweetest and most loving in the world.

Negative Traits of Filipinos


1) Fatalism (“bahala na”or “come what may” attitude)
2) Manana Habit (proscrastination)
3) Crab Mentality
4) Hypocrisy
5) Ningas Cogon
6) Tardiness (Filipino time)
7) Gossiping
8) Blaming
9) Selfishness (being insensitive to others)
10) Disobedience to simple rules and regulations
11) Attention taker
12) Being onion – skinned or too sensitive
13) Living beyond their means (social climbing)
14) Passivity (lack of initiative)
15) Other negative traits

Nationalism
 A concept that provides a reason for a group of individuals to experience
government exclusively on their own and to exercise complete sovereign
rights.
 It assumes that humanity is divided into national compartments, each of which
can be differentiated by certain specific characteristics.
 Characterized by feelings, loyalty or sympathy, which helps connect the group
through common institutions and culture and thereby builds unity between
them

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Elements of Nationalism
1. Common Race. It
shows race is
important to preserve
the ethnicity and
factor in the
formation of
nationalism.
2. Language. This can reveal a common tradition and similarity of ideas,
forming a strong bond between communities.
3. Religion. It is the foundation for the growth of nationalism through nature
and character.
4. War. It contributes to develop nationalism that leads to independence,
imperialism and etc. This time people convince to place themselves at the
disposal of the nation as patriots.

Types of Nationalism
1. Ethnic Nationalism (Ethnonationalism)
The word “ethnonationalism” is usually used ONLY in relation to
nationalists who support an explicit ideology. The generic word is “ethnic
nationalism” and is used by the nationalists who hold such views in an informal,
instinctive, or unsystematic manner. It also involves the concept of a shared
culture among group members, and generally shared language.
2. Civic Nationalism (Liberal Nationalism)
Civic Nationalists commonly known for love of their country and their
nationalism is founded upon the democracy, freedom, brotherhood, secularism,
and acceptance of liberal values. Civic nationalists have any form of supremacy
and respect pluralism and equality.
3. National Conservatism
The concept of the nation by national conservationists is based on
traditional ideas such as maintaining culture, customs, language, etc. that
preserves the national interest and security such as conservations of national
heritage.
4. Racial Nationalism
The definition of the country through racial nationalists focuses on a
single ethnicity that their ethnic is superiority and despise others like Adolf
Hitler was a racial nationalist.
5. Cultural Nationalism
They believe in the supremacy of culture by enforcing a society,
language, and other practices. They believe one culture is the national culture,
and everyone must adopt it.
6. Expansionist Nationalism
A radical form of imperialism that includes independent, patriotic
feelings with a faith in expansionism, generally through military aggression.
Nations are not believed to be equivalent to their right to self-determination,

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some countries are


believed to possess
features or qualities that
make them superior to
others. Therefore,
expansionist nationalism
argues the right of the
state to expand its boundaries at the cost of its neighbors.
7. Romantic Nationalism
It is otherwise known as “organic nationalism and identity nationalism”.
Form of ethnic nationalism in which the state derives political legitimacy as a
result and expression of the nation natural. It is the based on the presence of a
historical ethnic culture that meets the romantic ideal.
8. Linguistic Nationalism
Linguistic Nationalists believes in linguistic superiority and have a
specific language at their concept of country.
9. Third World Nationalism
Nationalist feelings are the outcome of opposition to colonial rule to
survive and maintain a domestic identity.
10. Liberal Nationalism
Is known as kind of nationalism lately defended by political philosophers
who think that a non – xenophobic form of nationalism compatible with liberal
values of liberty, tolerance, equality and individual rights can exist.
11. Religious Nationalism
Religious Nationalists consider one religion as the national religion, and
one religion as their nation-idea.
12. Pan – Nationalism Ethnic or Cultural Nationalism
It refers to a country that is itself a cluster of associated ethnic and
cultural communities such as Turkish people.
13. Diaspora Nationalism
These are ethnic population residing outside their traditional homelands.
In this type of nationalism, there is a nationalist sense e.g. Irish in the united
states, the Jews in the United States.
14. Stateless Nationalism
On nationalist basis (e.g. the Catalans and Basques in Spain) an ethnic or
cultural minority within a nation-state aims in independence.
15. National Conservatism
A political term, mainly used in Europe, to describe a version of
conservatism that focuses more on domestic interests can conventional
conservatism, while not being unduly nationalist or pursuing a far right agenda.
16. Revolutionary Nationalism
An ideological theory that calls for a domestic group united by a shared
sense of intent and density also known as “radical nationalism”.
17. Left – Wing Nationalism
This refers to as socialist nationalism that relates to any political

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movement combining left


– wing or socialism with
nationalism

Characteristics of
Nationalism
1. The idea that you
have to protect people against an enemy, whether or not the former is
correct.
2. Praising national figures and historical icons of one's own country and
almost praising them.
3. The revival of ancient practices such as old idolatry (worship). In this
context, “neo-nationalism” is based on myths, ancient traditions, and dead
practices, such as “last Tuesday night ceremonies”.
4. A tendency to distort historical facts to glorify one's country, and to invent
stories and create models to show one's nation at its best.
5. Unlike old Totems (icon), nationalism provides specific emblems that are
sanctified. The flag, the national symbol and the national anthem, for which
every human being is obliged to sacrifice himself, are considered sacred.

Filipino Nationalism
This is the awakening and support towards a political identity associated
with modern Philippines leading to a wide – ranging campaign for political, social,
and economic freedom in the Philippines. This gradually emerged out of various
political and armed movements throughout most of the Spanish East Indies albeit
has long been fragmented and inconsistent with contemporary definitions of such
nationalism as a consequence of more than three centuries of Spanish rule. These
movements are characterized by the upsurge of anti – colonialist sentiments and
ideals which peaked in the late 19th century led mostly by the “ilustrado” or
landed, educated elites, whether “peninsulares, insulares, or native (Indio)”. This
served as the backbone of the first nationalist revolution in Asia, the Philippine
Revolution of 1896.
The modern concept would later be fully actualized upon the inception of a
Philippine state with its contemporary borders after being granted independence by
the United States by the 1946 Treaty of Manila.

WHAT IS PATRIOTISM?
Patriotism
 This is the sense of commitment and loyalty to a nation or political group that
defines Patriotism (country love) and nationalism (nation loyalty).
 It is based on natural ties to native lands, has always existed in one type or
another from time immemorial. Humanity has always been mindful of the
concept of personal affiliation with any political body.
 This refers to love of the country of birth, and it was in some way or another
locally distinct way, particularly in the early days. This love of land was

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applied to one's own


village, family, country
or nationality.

Elements and Types of


Patriotism
According to June
Phillip Kelley (2006), it is divided into two (2) types such as:
1. Personal Patriotism.
This is a moral and willingness. A patriot has to adhere values such
as flag respect.
2. Official Patriotism.
This is fostered by the government very symbolic and customary.

According to Hurwitz and Peffley (1999), it is divided patriotism into five


types such as:
1. Icon Patriotism.
A person who shows his country's love by actions that have a positive
effect on the country.
2. Symbolic Patriotism.
This refers to the degree of patriotism symbolized by national
recognition. National symbols, including the flags, national anthem and so on.
Such symbols will inspire the individual's spirit as a sign of his country love.
3. Symbolic Nationalist Patriotism
An individual more concerned with trends and expresses concern that his
high sense of patriotic loyalty to a nation or his land is valued. This pattern is to
focus more on your own people and to support other nations.
4. Capital Patriotism
An act of citizens who have shared their feelings of patriotism and
concentrate more on national economic growth. They see a significant
contribution to demonstrating their patriotism in the growth of the national
economy. The person helps to achieve the overall society's well – being, and the
State should respect and improve its image. This will indirectly spark national
pride feelings and build a sense of belonging.
5. Environmental Patriotism
These are person who has respect for the environment in his nation.
Patriotism is not only to defend the nation but also to demonstrate how the
quality of life and the environment can be improved. Anyone with a patriotism –
spirit in this form should seek to conserve their country's flora and fauna
conservation for future generations.

Characteristics of Patriotism
1. Loyalty
2. Love
3. Individual’s desire of being a part of a community

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According to
Nathanson (1997), he claims
that patriotism consists of 4
main components which are:
1. A special affection
towards one’s
country;
2. Defining himself or herself through his or her country;
3. Being interested in the country’s welfare; and
4. Sacrificing for the sake of the country’s welfare.

Development of Philippine Nationalism and Patriotism


The Nature and Development of Philippine Nationalism Contributory
Factors that gave Birth to Philippine Nationalism

The Influx of Liberal Ideas from Abroad


Philippines was opened by Spain to World Trade Liberal ideas, contained
books, ads or newspapers, were ideologies of the American and French Revolutions
and the Thoughts of different philosophers such as:
1. Montesquieu
A French social commentator and political thinker who lived during the Age
of Enlightenment.
2. Jean- Jacques Rousseau
A Genevan philosopher, writer, and composer of 18th century. His political
Philosophy influenced the French Revolution.
3. Francois-Marie Arouet a.k.a Voltaire
A French Enlightenment writer, historian and philosopher
4. John Loch a.k.a Locke
He is known as the Father of Classical Liberalism. An English
philosopher and physician regarded as one of the most influential of
Enlightenment thinkers
5. Thomas Jefferson.
An American Founding Father, the Principal author of the Declaration of
Independence and the third President of the United States.

The Spanish Revolution of 1868


The triumph of liberalism in Spain against the autocratic rule of Isabela II
(1833-1869) resounded across the seas to the shores of her overseas colonies. The
Filipinos came to enjoy for the first time the sweet taste of a liberal regime
including the following:
1. Freedom of Speech
2. Freedom of the Press
3. Freedom of Assembly and other Human Rights

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The Opening of Suez Canal


in 1869
The opening of Suez
Canal to World Shipping in
1869 stimulated Philippine
Progress. This canal is 103
miles long, and connects the
Mediterranean with the Gulf of Suez and hence with the Red Sea and the Indian
Ocean.

The Martyrdom of Fathers Gomez, Burgos and Zamora in 1872 (Gomburgza)


The Filipino People deeply resented the execution of Fathers Gomez, Burgos
and Zamora. They were acclaimed as the executed priests as true martyrs of their
fatherland the execution of GOMBURZA speed up the growth of Philippine
Nationalism, which ultimately brought about Spain’s downfall.

The Impact of Customs and Traditions, and religion on Nationalism


According to Renato Constantino, the principal exponent of nationalism
holds the view that the Philippines did not sufficiently developed pre – colonial
civilization because of scattered and fragmented Filipino communities. National
literature, art music and all other forms of culture must therefore find their source
and inspiration on the people’s activities and dedicate their achievements to the
people.

Filipino Character Traits and Culture that Affects the Development of


Nationalism

1. Propensity for Gambling


Like all people on earth, Filipinos have bad and good character traits that
most scandalous of their character. It defects the propensity for gambling which
would bet for almost anything in their favorite gambling such as cockfighting, horse
races, jueteng, black jack, poker, mahjong and etc.
2. Inveterately Extravagant
They love colorful fiestas, expensive clothes and jewelry and gay parties. No
day ever passes in the Philippines without a costly fiesta, for every barangay, town
and city the archipelago has a patron saint, whose annual feast day is celebrated
with great extravaganzas.
3. Fatalistic in their Outlook in Life
They tend to believe that whatever happens, good or bad, is due to fate
(tadhana). They accept with uncomplaining resignation whatever happens to them,
and face the future with the expression “Bahala na” the equivalent of the Spanish
term “Que Sera, Sera” (What will be, will be.)
4. Lack of Discipline and Perseverance.
A character trait caused perhaps by their tropical environment. They seem to
have stamina for long difficult tasks. Normally they begin their work with great

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enthusiasm, but like a cogon


fire which burns brightly for
a brief time and then soon
disappears.
5. Hospitable
Most admirable of the
character traits of the
Filipinos is their proverbial hospitality. They receive all foreigners, including their
former foes in wars, in their country and home with warm hospitality and
friendship.
6. Close Family Ties and Extended Family Structures
This is known as being loyal to their blood relatives. Filipinos adapt new
kins (kumpadre and kumare) through having male and female sponsors (ninong and
ninang) during baptisms and weddings.
7. Gratitude (Utang na Loob)
An extraordinary and excellent trait of the Filipino. They are grateful to
those who have given them favors or who are good to them with their high sense of
gratitude is expressed in the phrase “Utang na loob” (debt of honor).
8. Cooperativeness
They value the virtue of helping each other and other people. They cherish
ancestral trait of “Bayanihan” (cooperation), which can mean helping a rural family
move their small hut to another place.
9. Bravery
Filipino rank among the bravest people on earth. They bravely resisted the
Spanish, American, and Japanese invaders of their native land. The courage is a
badge of manhood, and it has been shown on Filipino soldiers who serves during
battles and wars. Also, the courage to rage and stand for people power revolution.
10. Passionately Romantic and Artistic
This refers to owing to the effect of their beautiful country, Filipinos are
passionately romantic and artistic, they are dedicated and in love as they are fierce
in battle. They are also born musicians, singers, artists and poets.
11. Intelligent
According to David P. Barros an American educator, Filipinos have quick
perception, retentive memory, aptitude and extraordinary docility making them most
teachable person.
12. Adaptability Endurance and Resiliency
Throughout the ages, they have been lashed by all kinds of suffering like:
invasions, revolts, earthquakes, typhoons, volcanic eruptions and epidemics.
Against the winds of adversities which regularly visits their land, they simply bend,
but never break, for they have durability of the Narra tree and resiliency of the
bamboo.
13. Deep Spiritual Yearning and gift of faith
According to Jesuit historian Horacio de la Costa, God gave the Filipinos
two (2) gifts: “the gift of faith and the gift of music”. Filipinos tend to take their
spiritual obligations with utmost devotion and faithfulness – whatever their religion

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may be.
14. Racial and Culture
Diversities
The Philippines is
strategically located to be
populated by many races and
to be open to different
cultures from east and west. Filipinos are a virtual blend of many races that displays
a remarkable adaptability in a many side culture heritage.

Filipino Nationalism and its Barriers


The emergence of Filipino nationalism came as the end long process set in
motion by Spanish misrule and exploitation, hastened by the political and economic
developments in the Philippines and Europe. The insular mountainous character of
the Philippine geography limited social contact and communication. The dismal
state of transportation and communication facilities rendered these as natural
barriers to develop our nationalism and limit our national consciousness.

Quest for Nationalism


The Filipino quest for independence continued until 1935 when the United
States promised to withdraw on a definite date. During this period, Filipino efforts
were largely channeled into a constitutional struggle, but note should be taken of the
militant spirit which tried to kindle the nationalist movement into armed revolt.

Rizal’s Vision
As gospels of Philippine nationalism, Rizal’s novels convey the essence of
his nationalism that was to resound in the hearts of the people. He identified this
essence in his letters as his aspiration to alleviate the sufferings to the masses, to
make men worthy, to avenge one day the many victims of cruelty and injustice, to
erect a monument to the native tongue and to educate his people. In two novels, the
essence of Rizal’s nationalism is best understood through the keen study of the
characters. Through their dialogue and actions, in their ideas and ideals, or in the
lack of love of country, his appeal for reforms, his attitude towards the friars, and
his views on the weaknesses of the Filipinos.

Economic and Constitutional Nationalism of the Filipinos


In the context of constitutional reform, the development of the country
necessitates a more positive definition of economic nationalism. It is evident that
our economic policy has longed emphasized economic nationalism. Based on our
laws, our strand of economic nationalism emphasizes the fear of exploitation by
foreigners. In fact, from the time of Quezon until present we have adopted a system
of laws, starting with our constitution, reserving to the state the role of providing
cover and protection for the Filipino, defining his exclusive rights over others.

Ten Economic Commandments by Christian Alcantara

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1. Though shall not


sabotage thine own
products.
2. Enjoy what you are
and what you have,
no matter how
humble may be.
3. Cultivate the feeling of belongingness to your country.
4. Love your country in thoughts, words and actions.
5. Sacrifice even life itself for your beloved fatherland at death preferable to
economic slavery.
6. Concentrate on industrialization for progress.
7. Learn from past mistake.
8. Depend on yourself for your own economic salvation.
9. Assert your economic freedom to gain economic liberty.
10. Core your educational system to nationalism.

Religious Nationalism
The Spanish friars were the crucial elements in the Westernizing the
Philippine Archipelago, and in spreading the Christian faith in this part of the world.
The apostolic zeal of the missionaries followed up the efforts of men like Miguel
Lopez de Legaspi and aided to consolidate the enterprise of hispanizing the
Philippines.

Learning Resources

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