CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION: WHY STUDY THE LIFE,

WORKS & WRITINGS OF JOSE RIZAL?

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
i. Explain the history of the Rizal Law and its important provisions

ii. Critically assess the effectiveness of the Rizal Course

iii. Analyze the controversies surrounding the choice of Rizal as the national hero
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because it is mandated by the LAW

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“ 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”.
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The Republic Act was signed by President Ramon

Magsaysay on June 12, 1956.
It was made effective thirty days after its
implementation.
During this time, the Philippines was heavily
dependent on the American government for support
and guidance.
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The law mandates educational institutions in the country to offer a

course on the hero’s life, works, and writings, especially the “Noli
Me Tangere” and “El Filibusterismo”.

The first section of the law concerns mandating the students to read
Rizal’s novels.

The last two sections involve making Rizal’s writings accessible to

the general public.
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 To rededicate the lives of the youth to the ideals of freedom

and nationalism, for which our heroes lived and died.

To pay tribute to our HERO for devoting his life and works
in shaping the Filipino character.

To gain an inspiring source of patriotism through the study of

Rizal’s life, works, and writings.
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Catholic schools threatened to stop

operation if the bill was passed.

Expurgated vs. unexpurgated version

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 Exemption from reading Rizal’s novels

Memorandum Order No. 247 of Pres. Fidel

V. Ramos (1994)

R.A. 229
ACTIVITY1
 Form a group with 6-7 members each.
 Using the manila paper/back of old calendar, create a concept map to illustrate what
is R.A. 1425. (5-10 minutes)
 You may use your notebook as a reference but not your smartphones during the
conduct of activity.
 Each group shall appoint one member who will explain their concept map in 3
minutes.
 This activity is equivalent to 20 points.
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HEROISM
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Great bravery

The qualities and characteristic of a hero, such

as courage, bravery, fortitude, unselfishness,
etc.
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 somebody who possesses great bravery

and carries out extraordinary noble deeds.

 a role model.
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1. Heroes are those who have a concept of nation and thereafter aspire and struggle for the
nation’s freedom.

2. Heroes are those who define and contribute to a system or life of freedom and order for
a nation.

3. Heroes are those who contribute to the quality of life and destiny of a nation.
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Additional Criteria for Heroes

(Adopted by the Technical Committee of the National Heroes Committee on November 15, 1995, Manila)
1. A hero is part of the people’s expression. But the process of a people’s internalization of a hero’s life
and works takes time, with the youth forming a part of the internalization.

2. A hero thinks of the future, especially the future generations.

3. The choice of a hero involves not only the recounting of an episode or events in history, but of the
entire process that made this particular person a hero.
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Historical Figures Recommended as National Heroes

On November 15, 1995 , the Technical Committee after deliberation and careful study
based on Dr. Onofre D. Corpuz’ and Dr. Alfredo Lagmay’s criteria selected the following
nine Filipino historical figures to be recommended as National Heroes:
a. Jose Rizal
b. Andres Bonifacio
c. Emilio Aguinaldo
d. Apolinario Mabini
e. Marcelo H. del Pilar
f. Sultan Dipatuan Kudarat
g. Juan Luna
h. Melchora Aquino
i. Gabriela Silang
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Death Anniversary of
DEC.30 Rizal
1898 And
National Day of
Mourning

Palafox, Q. (September 19, 2012). Historical Context And Legal Basis Of Rizal Day And Other Memorials In Honor Of Jose Rizal.
National Historical Commission of the Philippines. Accessed at
http://nhcp.gov.ph/historical-context-and-legal-basis-of-rizal-day-and-other-memorials-in-honor-of-jose-rizal/ on January 2, 2020
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Philippine National Hero

1901
William
Erecting of Rizal
Howard Taft Monument (Act No. 243)

1902 DEC.30
Official holiday (Act. No. 305)

Palafox, Q. (September 19, 2012). Historical Context And Legal Basis Of Rizal Day And Other Memorials In Honor Of Jose Rizal.
National Historical Commission of the Philippines. Accessed at
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RA No. 229
LAONG LAAN

RA No.
1425
DIMASALANG

EO No. 429

Palafox, Q. (September 19, 2012). Historical Context And Legal Basis Of Rizal Day And Other Memorials In Honor Of Jose Rizal.
National Historical Commission of the Philippines. Accessed at
http://nhcp.gov.ph/historical-context-and-legal-basis-of-rizal-day-and-other-memorials-in-honor-of-jose-rizal/ on January 2, 2020
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“NO law, executive order or proclamation has been

enacted or issued officially proclaiming any historical
figure as a national hero. However, because of their
significant roles in the process of nation building and
contributions to history, there were laws enacted and
proclamations issued honouring these heroes”.

______. (n.d.) Selection and Proclamation of National Heroes and Laws Honoring Filipino Historical Figures. Accessed at
https://ncca.gov.ph/about-culture-and-arts/culture-profile/selection-and-proclamation-of-national-heroes-and-laws-honoring-filipino
-historical-figures/
on January 2, 2020.
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WAS JOSE RIZAL AN

AMERICAN-SPONSORED
HERO?
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WHY RIZAL IS THE

GREATEST NATIONAL
HERO
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WHY STUDY RIZAL?

because of the LESSONS

 The subject provides
insights on how to deal
with current problems
It helps us understand
better ourselves as
Filipinos
It teaches nationalism
and patriotism
 It provides various
essential life lessons
 It helps in developing
logical & critical thinking
 Rizal can serve as
worthwhile model &
inspiration to every
Filipino
 The subject is a rich
source of entertaining
narratives
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Construct five sentences that are persuasive in justifying the importance of studying RIZAL’S
LIFE AND WORKS to a Senior High School Student. You will be graded based on the rubric
below.

Level of persuasiveness(per statement):

3 – highly persuasive (The statement is applicable at all times)
2- moderately persuasive ( The statement is applicable sometimes but not always)
1- not persuasive (The statement is not applicable at all)
 REFERENCES:
R.A. 1425. https://www.official gazette.gov.ph/1956/06/12/republic-act-no-1425
 
Ocampo, Ambeth R. (1990). Rizal without the overcoat. Pasig, Metro Manila: Anvil Publishing
 
Pasigui, R. & Cabalu, D. (2014). The man and the hero: chronicles, legacies and controversies. C& E
publishing, Inc. Quezon City, Philippines.