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    Rizal's retraction of his anti-Catholic beliefs and writings is still a contentious issue today because it raises questions about his true character and convictions. There are several possible explanations for why Rizal may have retracted, including that he had a genuine change of heart, was pressured by his devoutly Catholic family, or strategically retracted to protect his legacy after death. Alternatively, some historians argue the retraction was a forgery by the Catholic Church or Spanish government to discredit Rizal, or that he was forced to sign it under duress. Analyzing Rizal's retractions highlights the complexity of historical events and the need to consider multiple perspectives.

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    Rizal's retraction of his anti-Catholic beliefs and writings is still a contentious issue today because it raises questions about his true character and convictions. There are several possible explanations for why Rizal may have retracted, including that he had a genuine change of heart, was pressured by his devoutly Catholic family, or strategically retracted to protect his legacy after death. Alternatively, some historians argue the retraction was a forgery by the Catholic Church or Spanish government to discredit Rizal, or that he was forced to sign it under duress. Analyzing Rizal's retractions highlights the complexity of historical events and the need to consider multiple perspectives.

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    Rizal's retraction of his anti-Catholic beliefs and writings is still a contentious issue today because it raises questions about his true character and convictions. There are several possible explanations for why Rizal may have retracted, including that he had a genuine change of heart, was pressured by his devoutly Catholic family, or strategically retracted to protect his legacy after death. Alternatively, some historians argue the retraction was a forgery by the Catholic Church or Spanish government to discredit Rizal, or that he was forced to sign it under duress. Analyzing Rizal's retractions highlights the complexity of historical events and the need to consider multiple perspectives.

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    Rizal's retraction of his anti-Catholic beliefs and writings is still a contentious issue today because it raises questions about his true character and convictions. There are several possible explanations for why Rizal may have retracted, including that he had a genuine change of heart, was pressured by his devoutly Catholic family, or strategically retracted to protect his legacy after death. Alternatively, some historians argue the retraction was a forgery by the Catholic Church or Spanish government to discredit Rizal, or that he was forced to sign it under duress. Analyzing Rizal's retractions highlights the complexity of historical events and the need to consider multiple perspectives.

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    ANGELO JAY ABAN MR.

    LENARD TULOD

    READINGS IN PHILIPPINE HISTORY


     
    ACTIVITY 5.

    Essay

    1. Why was Rizal’s retraction still an issue today?

    ❖ Because it raises questions about Rizal's character and genuine convictions, as


    well as about the legitimacy of the document and the reasons behind it, the
    retraction of Rizal is still a contentious issue today. The continuous arguments
    and discussions around Rizal's retractions have brought to light the difficulties
    of history and the value of analyzing historical narratives and the reasons for
    them critically.
    2. How would you justify this statement? If Rizal did not retract his anti –
    Catholic beliefs and writings, why did he do it? If not, why do you think
    so?

    The assertion alludes to the contentious question of whether Dr. Jose


    Rizal, a national hero of the Philippines, revised his anti-Catholic opinions
    and writings prior to his execution. There are various viewpoints and
    hypotheses to take into account in the lengthy discussion surrounding
    Rizal's retractions. If Rizal did repudiate his anti-Catholic opinions and
    writings, some viable defenses may be:
    Persuasiveness: It's conceivable that Rizal had a serious change of heart
    and wished to rejoin the Catholic Church. Before he passed away, he may
    have felt that some of his earlier articles were inaccurate or misinformed
    and sought to correct the record.
    Family pressure: Rizal's fervently Catholic family may have put pressure on
    him to heal fences with the Church. It's possible that Rizal changed his
    mind because he loved and cared about his family and wanted to lessen
    their suffering and make sure they would be okay when he passed away.
    Some contend that Rizal's retractions might have been a calculated ploy to
    protect his legacy and reputation. By changing his mind, Rizal may have
    intended to avoid being branded a heretic and to guarantee that his
    writings would be read and respected even after his passing.
    If, however, Rizal did not change his mind, some potential explanations for
    the presence of the retraction document might be:
    Forgery: According to some historians, the retraction paper was created by
    the Catholic Church or the Spanish government in an effort to discredit
    Rizal and lessen his impact. They might lessen the significance of Rizal's
    writings and the revolutionary struggle in the Philippines by portraying
    him as someone who ultimately gave up his principles.
    Rizal might have been forced or tricked into signing the retraction form,
    perhaps under duress or under danger of harm coming to his family.
    The controversy surrounding Rizal's retractions illustrates the complexity
    of historical events and the range of possible interpretations. When
    attempting to comprehend the intentions and deeds of historical
    personalities like Rizal, it is crucial to take into account a variety of
    viewpoints and pieces of evidence.

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