Task 1: Literary Timeline

Complete the Literary TIMELINE below.

156 1566- 1872 1898- 1941 1941 1970 1981 1986 2001-
5 1871 - 1941 - - - - - Present
1898 1945 1945 1980 1985 1999
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

A. Japanese Period F. 21st Century

B. Rebirth of Freedom G. Spanish
C. Post EDSA H. Period of Enlightenment
D. American Period I. Period of Activism & New Society
E. Pre-Spanish Period J. Philippine Literature in English
 Task 1: Literary Timeline
Complete the Literary TIMELINE below.
1565 1566- 1872- 1898- 1941- 1941- 1970- 1981- 1986- 2001-
1871 1898 1941 1945 1945 1980 1985 1999 Present

1. E 2. G 3. H 4. D 5. A 6. J 7. I 8. B 9. C 10. F

A. Japanese Period F. 21st Century

B. Rebirth of Freedom G. Spanish
C.Post EDSA H. Period of Enlightenment
D.American Period I. Period of Activism & New Society
E. Pre-Spanish Period J. Philippine Literature in English
Geographic, Linguistic and
Ethnic Dimensions of
Philippine Literary History
from Pre-Colonial to the
Contemporary
Think About This!

What are the essential

elements or characteristics of
the literary pieces under the
different periods of literature?
 Pre-Spanish Literature/ Pre-Colonial Period

Most literary works during the

precolonial period were passed down
by word of mouth(oral tradition). But in
some cases, our ancestors were able
to make use of a writing system to pen
down some works of literature.
Epic- narrative poem that narrates the heroic
adventures of a hero.

Folk Tales- made up stories about life, love, horror,

and humor where one can derive life lessons. Ex.
The Moon and the Sun

Folk Songs- one of the oldest forms of Phil. Literature

that mirrored the early forms of culture. Ex. Kundiman,
Kumintang o Tagumpay, Ang Oyayi o Hele, Diana,
Soliraning and Talindaw.
 Spanish Period
Literature in this period may be classified as religious
prose and poetry.

Teachings of Christian Doctrine became the basis of

religious practices. European legends and traditions were
assimilated in our songs, corridos, and moro-moros.
Folk songs- It manifest the artistic feelings of the
Filipinos and shows their innate appreciation for love
and beauty. Examples are Leron-leron sinta,
Pamulinawen, Dandansoy, Sarong Banggi, and Atin Cu
Pung Singsing.

Recreational Plays- poetic in form and

performed by the Filipinos. Examples: Senakulo,
Panunuluyan, Salubong and Zarzuela.
 KASAYSAYAN NG PASYONG MAHAL NI HESUKRISTONG
PANGINOON NATIN (Copyright 1949 by Ignacio Luna & Sons)

Panalangin sa Diyos Oh Diyos

Sa kalangitan Hari ng sangkalupaan
Diyos na walang kapantay,
Mabait lubhang maalam
At puno ng karunungan.
Ikaw ang AMang tibobos
Ng nangungulilang lubos
Amang di matapus-tapos,
Maawi’t mapagkupkop sa taong lupa’t
alabok. Iyong itulot sa amin
Diyos Amang maawain mangyaring
aming dalitin.
 Period Of Enlightenment (1872- 1898)

Ilustrados- intellectual
middle-class Filipinos
educated in Europe
began to write about the
hitch of colonization.
Rizal’s writings: Noli Me Tangere, Mi Ultimo Adios,
Sobre La Indolencia Delos Filipinos, and Filipinas Dentro
De Cien Años.

Del Pilar’s writings: Kaingat Kayo, and Dasalan and

Tocsohan

Jaena’s writings: Ang Fray Botod, La Hija Del Fraile,

Everything is Hambug, Sa Mga Pilipino …1891,
Talumpating Paggunita Kay Kolumbus.
 American Period (1898-1944)
Language used in the literatures of this period
were Spanish, Filipino and the dialects of the
different regions. Writers in Tagalog
continued in their lamentations on the
conditions of the country and their attempts
to arouse love for one’s native tongue and the
writers in English imitated the themes and
method of the Americans.
Jose Garcia Villa
-Famous for his free
verse
- He was named as the
National Artist for
Literature in 1973, and a
recipient of the
Guggenheim Fellowship.
 Japanese Period (1941-1945)
 Philippine literature in English came to a halt–
Japanese prohibited strictly the publication of works
in English.
 Common themes of poems during this period were
nationalism, love of country, life in the barrios, faith,
religion and the arts.
 Philippine literature was revived during this period
with themes about Japanese brutalities, poverty
under the government and the brave guerilla exploits.
Philippine Literature in English

 Philippine Literature in English experienced a

dark period due to the strict prohibitions of the
Japanese.
 Philippine Literature in Tagalog was revived
where writings dealt with Japanese brutalities,
poverty of life under their governance, and the
brave guerilla exploits.
Period of Activism (1970-1972)

According to Pociano Pineda, youth activism

was due to the domestic and worldwide causes
and ills of the society.

-The Literary Revolution

The youth became vocal with their sentiments
about the government through bloody
demonstrations, sidewalk expressions and in
literature.
 Period of the New Society (1972-1980)

Poems dealt with patience, regard for native

culture, customs, and beauties of nature.
Newspapers donned new forms.
News on economic progress, discipline,
tourism were favored more than news about
killings, rape, and robberies. Filipinos were
hooked of reading comics and magazines.
Period of the Third Republic (1981-1985)

Poems during this period were romantic and

revolutionary. Many Filipino songs dealt with
themes that were true to life like those of grief,
poverty, aspirations for freedom, love of God,
country and fellowmen.
 Post-EDSA 1 Revolution (1986-1995)

People Power prevailed

Writers were free to write during this period—
new Filipino songs, newspapers, speeches and even
television programs.
Creative writing centers such as academic institutions
and writers' organizations emerged.
Vernacular literature developed and became a source of
regional literary histories
21st Century Period
New trends have been used and introduced to meet the
needs and tastes of the new generation.
New codes or lingos are used to add flavor in the literary
pieces.
Learners are demanded to be ICT inclined to compete with
the style and format of writing as well.
What is the
significant role of
literature in our
society?