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THE EVOLUTION OF

PHILIPPINE LITERATURE

Pre-Colonial (1521)
-This philippine's formative literature from
the past, written by diverse groups of
people that inhabited there.

-it's early literary forms of the Philippines


during the pre-colonial period that highlight
a rich past through epics, legends, riddles,
folk narratives, folk songs, and so on.
was primarily oral, passed down through
generations. It was rich in folklore, epics,
myths, legends, and songs reflecting the
Filipino worldview and values. Notable
This literatures were made preserved before
examples include the "Biag ni Lam-ang,"
by inscribing them on barks of trees and
an epic about a legendary hero, and
bamboos.
"Hudhud," epic chants from the Cordillera
region.

The Spanish colonization started in 1565 in


the Philippines that lasted for more than
three centuries.

3 reasons why spaniards cam to the


Secular literature from Spain in the form of
Philippines was GOD, GOLD and GLORY
medieval ballads influenced the native poetic
theatre style known as moro-moro in the 18th
century because these often dealt with the
theme of Christians triumphing over Moslems
The Spanish invaders wanted to undermine
the native oral tradition by replacing the
narrative of Christ's Passion for it.
Religious themes and Spanish influence permeated
works. "Pasyon" (a narrative of Christ's passion),
"Senakulo" (a dramatic re-enactment of Christ's life),
and "Duplo" (a poetic debate) became popular. "Awit"
(songs with long verses) and "Corrido" (narrative
poems) also emerged, often based on historical
events or legends. This period saw the rise of native
writers like Francisco Balagtas, who wrote the
famous "Florante at Laura."

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