LIFE AND WORKS OF

Mr. Adrian Estudillo

Mr. Arnold P. Santos
Course Instructors
 How much do you know?
• National Hero
• Luneta Park
• One peso coin
• “Babaero”
• Propagandista
/ Writer
Why study Rizal?
What is the importance of studying Rizal?
Why is Rizal one of the minor subjects taken up in
college?
Why is Rizal included in the course outline?
What relevance does Rizal have in college education?
 What is the significance of
studying Rizal Course to you as
a student?
• Inspiration
• OFW
• Symbol of leadership
• Personified patriotism (self-
sacrifice and martyrdom)
Objectives:
At the end of this chapter,
learners are able to:
• Explain the relevance of studying
the Life and Works of Jose Rizal
• Discuss
the pertinent provisions of
Republic Act No. 1425
• Determine the issues and interests
at stake in the debate over Rizal Bill
• Introduction to Rizal Law
• The Importance of the
Law
• The Proponents and the
influence of the Catholic
Church
 Rizal Law of 1956
(R.A. No. 1425)
“An Act to Include in the Curricula of All
Public and Private, Schools, Colleges and
Universities Courses on the Life, Works, and
Writings of Jose Rizal, particularly his novels,
“Noli Me Tangere” and “El Filibusterismo”,
authorizing the printing and distribution
thereof, and for other purposes.”
 Introduction to Rizal Law
Why Study Rizal?
1. It is mandated by law.
1st Section: mandates the students to read
Rizal’s novels; and
Last 2 Sections: Rizal’s writings must be
accessible to the public.
Policy Statements
• To pay tribute;
• To gain an inspiring source of patriotism; and
• To rededicate the lives of youth to the ideals
of freedom and nationalism, for which our
heroes lived and died.
 Introduction to Rizal Law
Why Study Rizal?
2. Because of the lessons contained within
the course.
Goals:
• Recognition of relevance;
• Application of ideas;
• Understanding and appreciation of Rizal;
and
• Foster the development of moral
character, personal discipline, citizenship
and vocational efficiency.
Introduction to Rizal Law
 Introduction to Rizal Law
May 12, 1956 – Compromised version
- Only college/university students would
have the option of reading unexpurgated
versions of ‘Noli’ and ‘El Fili’.
May 17, 1956 – Senate and House version
were approved
June 12, 1956 – Signed by Pres. Ramon
Magsaysay
A hero:
1. Is a human being, not born as a saint, frailties
might surface;
2. Hero’s achievements and contributions
outweigh his deficiencies in serving the
nation.
3. Is made – product of his time, condition and
society; and
4. Faced challenges and responded to the call
of times.
(De Viana, et. al., 2014)
A hero:
5. Must, during extreme stress and
difficulties, project himself by his own
fortitude; and
6. Must exhibit self-denial and abandon
his personal interest
(De Viana, et. al., 2014)
1. No law or proclamation, just Rizal’s hero
status: achievements and example, an
admirable exemplar, appreciation of his life
2. Object of public worship and accolades:
erection of monuments, naming of places;
test of heroism acclaimed after death; and
3. Passage of time is necessary – not an
overnight process to allow people to reflect;
not merely recognized
National Historical Commission (1965)
defines a hero as “an admirable leader
towering over his peers, who serves a
noble cause, possessing exceptional
talent, distinguished valor and/or hold
enterprise, exercising a determinative
influence over the spiritual life of his
people in a particular remarkable event.”
1.Extent of sacrifice for the welfare of
the country;
2.Motives and methods employed in
the attainment of the ideal;
3.Moral character of the person; and
4.The influence to age or epoch and
the succeeding eras.
March 28, 1993 - Pres. Fidel V. Ramos, EO
No. 75, National Heroes Committee, which
was tasked to:
1.Study and recommend national heroes
to be recognized for their character and
contributions to the country; and
2.Evaluate, recommend, and come up
with the criteria to determine how a
historical figure qualifies as a national
hero.
June 3, 1993 – Round table discussion:
Onofre D. Corpuz Carmen Guerrero-
Nakpil, Dr. Samuel K. Tan, Dr.
Marcelino Foronda, Dr. Alfredo
Lagmay, Dr. Bernerdita R. Churchill,
Dr. Serafin D. Quiason, and Professors
Ambeth R. Ocampo and Minerva
Gonzales.
November 15, 1995 – 9 Historical figures
considered as national heroes:
Make the country’s laws
 Identifies
himself
with the
nation,
and willing
to
sacrifice
for its
benefits.
Rizal is:
1.A man of knowledge.
2.A man with sound nationalism.
3.A man with moral character.
4.Truly service oriented.
5.A man as inspiration.
(Duka, C. & Pila, R., 2015)