The Spanish

Colonial Tradition
Spanish Colonial Brief History
Spanish colonization of the Philippines started in 1565
during the time of Miguel Lopez de Legazpi, the first
Spanish governor-general in the Philippines. Literature
started to flourish during his time. The spurt continued
unabated until the Cavite Revolt in 1872
Notes on Spanish Colonization
Doctrina Christiana (1593)
-was an early book on the Roman Catholic Catechism, written in 1593 by Fray
Juan de Plasencia, and is believed to be one of the earliest printed book in the
Philippines.
Ang Mahal na Pasion ni Jesu Christo (1704)
-is a Philippine epic narrative of the life of Jesus Christ, focused on his Passion,
Death, and Resurrection. Was written by Gaspar Aquino de Belen.
Philippine Literature and Art during the
Spanish Period
Pasyon & Senakulo
- Religious dramas performed during the Holy Week.
Narrative Poems
- Awit & Corrido
Komedya
- A theatrical performance which captured the ideal European
lifestyle as portrayed by medieval characters.
Notable Works of the Spanish Period
May Bagyo Mat’ May Rilim (1605)
-first printed literary work in Tagalog.
Florante at Laura
- Written by Francisco Baltazar; it is written in sublime Tagalog, about tyranny
in Albania, but it is also perceived to be about tyranny in his Filipino
homeland.
Noli Me Tangere (1887)& El Filibusterismo (1891)
- Written by Dr. Jose Rizal; work which created an impact on the national
consciousness and love for one’s country against the abusive government of the
Spaniards.
 Pre-creational Plays & Folk Songs
Zarzuela
-the father of drama, musical comedy or melodrama thie acts which men’s
passion and emotion.
Salubong
-the reunion of the risen Christ and His mother.
Leron-Leron Sinta (TAGALOG)
Dandansoy (BISAYA)
Atin Cu Pung Singsing (KAPAMPANGAN)
Sarong Banggi (BICOL)
Prominent Writers of the Spanish Era

Francisco Balagtas Dr. Jose P. Rizal

• Acknowledged master of • Chose realistic novel as his
traditional poetry medium
• Famous for his work “El
• Best known for his work Filibusterismo” and “Noli Me
“Florante at Laura” Tangere”
Marcelo H. del Pilar & Graciano Lopez Jaena

• Social Reformist

• Formed the propaganda movement, and printed works that were

considered as subversive.
Thank you for
listening.