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LESSON PROPER
This is a course that deals with an analysis, evaluation and interpretation of Rizal’s life,
his birth and parentage, education and travels including the critical study of Rizal’s
idea and thought in his poems and essays. It also includes discussion on the validity,
applicability and usefulness of Rizal’s ideas to contemporary Philippines society.
An Act to Include in the Curricula of All Public and Private Schools, Colleges and
Universities courses on the Life Works and Writings of JOSE RIZAL, particularly his
novels NOLI ME TANGERE and EL FILIBUSTERISMO, Authorizing the Printing and
Distribution Thereof, and for Other Purposes.
Whereas, today, more than other period of our history, there is a need for a re-
dedication to the ideals of freedom and nationalism for which our heroes lived and
died.
Whereas, it is meet that in honoring them, particularly the national hero and patriot,
Jose Rizal, we remember with special fondness and devotion their lives and works that
have shaped the national character.
Whereas, the life, works and writings of Jose Rizal particularly his novels Noli Me
Tangere and El Filibusterismo, are a constant and inspiring source of patriotism with
which the minds of the youth, especially during their formative and decisive years in
school, should be suffused.
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Whereas, all educational institutions are under the supervision of, and subject to
regulation by the State, and all schools are enjoined to develop moral character,
personal discipline, civic conscience, and to teach the duties of citizenship.
What is a Hero?
A hero is someone who sacrifices himself for the sake of others, frequently at
considerable personal peril. What is good for others will always split opinion into
opposing factions, just like in times of war. The most heroic people are frequently
the most commonplace people performing the most commonplace things for a
higher humane goal. Today, the term "hero" is used far too frequently and
carelessly.
Any person who refuses to lead an entirely inactive life is a hero. However,
whether or not such virtue is deemed "heroic" depends on who gains from that
refusal—another individual, a tribe, a country, etc.
Dedicated love, support, and defense of one's country; national loyalty are the
meanings of the term "patriotism." The phrase frequently conjures up images of
individuals who are directly involved in a country's defense, such as military
personnel and officials from local, state, and federal governments. As an
illustration, the warriors shown outstanding patriotism in defending their nation.
REFERENCES
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Calilung, Froilan C. et al. (2012). Jose Rizal: Pagsasatao ng kadakilaan at kabayanihan. Malabon City:
Jimcyzville Publications
Agoncillo, T. (1990). History of the Filipino people. Quezon City: R.P. Garcia Publishing.