PRAYER

ENGLISH 7
Lesson: Celebrating Cultural
Ties through Literature
 OBJECTIVE:
• MELC 28. Discover through Philippine
literature the need to work cooperatively and
responsibly in today’s global village.
 ACTIVITY
Unlock the focus of this lesson using the icon guides below.
In the box, write the letter that corresponds to each icon.
 • Are you familiar with the illustrations below? Look
closely and write down what you see:

1. _____________ 2. _____________ 3. _____________ 4. _____________ 5. _____________

As you study the given pictures, consider the following
questions:
• 1. What do the illustrations tell about our heritage?
• 2. Why is Philippine Cultural Heritage important to
Filipinos?
• 3. How do we preserve our cultural heritage?
• Once you discovered the word, fill-in the
blanks to complete the paragraph.

Philippine ___________ is an evidence of our

cultural history and development. It reflects our
shared values and a tangible proof of Filipino
excellence and creativity. A Filipino society that
values and preserves its cultural _____________
instills pride of place and strengthens Philippine
national identity.
• Understanding our own cultural heritage is the key in
protecting our sense of identity and bringing positive changes
in the country. As a Filipino youth, you can help strengthen
our national identity. No contribution is small. Its greatness
depends on your willingness to do something at present for
the benefit of the future.
• Regardless of individual differences, you can be a part of a
uniting world. But the essential question is, “How can you
make the world united despite cultural differences?” Let’s
find out through the selection below.
 ACTIVITY
• Revisit the selection “The Universals” and match the word on the left to the
word definition on the right. Write only the letter of your answer.
1. Culture A. the act of coordinating; moving toward
B union
2. Diversity B. society’s belief and ways of life
E 3. Principle C. morally good behavior
D 4. Virtues D. a basic truth that helps you know
C what is wrong and right
5. Convergence E. the quality or state of having many
A different forms
 THE UNIVERSALS
Dr. Cleofe M. Bacungan
Different cultures vary in their ethical manifestations. There are prohibitions
about food, especially meat and styles of clothing. Status of women differs. Free
enterprise and socialism have different economic values. There are the values of
hiya and pakikisama, expressing the Filipino’s manner of communication and
behaviour. These are actual modes of conduct – subjective and situational. This
attitude depends on the accepted practices and ways of behaviour of a given people
at a given time. But beneath such diversity, there is a clear convergence on some
basic values which can truly be called universals. No culture tolerates
indiscriminate lying, stealing, or violence within the group. Incest is taboo by all
cultures. Health, safety, productivity, efficiency, integrity, freedom, justice, beauty,
love, family, solidarity, and respect for the dignity of man are valid for all mankind
at all times.
 Here are statements from various philosophical sources, which while stated
differently share a common principle - respect other people and treat them fairly.
Buddhism: “Hurt not others with that which pains you.”
Christianity: “Do to others whatever you would like them to do to you.”
Confucianism: “Is there any maxim which ought to be acted upon throughout one’s
whole life? Surely the maxim of loving kindness is such: Do not do unto others what you
would not they should do unto you.”
Judaism: “What is hurtful to yourself, do not do to your fellow beings.”
Islam: “Love for the people what you love for yourself and you will be a
believer.”
Taoism: “Regard your neighbor’s loss as your loss.”
 Confucius as someone interested in politics established five constant virtues that he
believed must be used in governance.
Benevolence: “…always think first of what is good for the people.”
Righteousness: “…do not do to your subject what you would not want them to do if you
were on their place.”
Propriety: “…always behave with courtesy and respect towards your subject.”
Wisdom: “…be guided by the knowledge and understanding.
Sincerity: “be sincere and thoughtful in all you do.”

What would people disagree with the statements above? The timelessness of ethical
universals in different environments suggests that virtues such as union and righteousness are
deeply embedded in man’s nature and are necessary to maintain a happy life.
LET’S PLAY ‘BINGO’!
LET’S PLAY ‘BINGO’!
 LET’S ANSWER THIS!
• Essential Question: How can you make the world
united despite cultural differences?
 ASSESSMENT
Directions: Write True if the statement is correct, and if the statement is wrong, write the correct
word on the space provided.
_________1. The values of hiya and pakikisama is a Filipino manner of communication and
behavior.
_________2. Respecting other people and treating them fairly is a common principle shared by
different religions.
_________3. Buddha established virtues to be used in governance such as benevolence,
righteousness, propriety, wisdom, and
sincerity.
_________4. Love and Freedom are virtues naturally embedded in human that maintains a happy
life.
_________5. Cultural tie is important in creating harmonious relationship with other countries
 REFERENCE:
• Department of Education. English Grade 7 Learner's Material.
Philippines: FEP Printing Corp, 2017.
THANK YOU
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