Noli Me Tangere Lesson 1: Historical Background PDF

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This document presents an overview of the historical background of Noli Me Tangere, focusing on Jose Rizal's role in the Philippines' reform movement. The document explains the historical context of the novel and its themes. It also includes a timeline of significant events in Philippine history.

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Noli Me Ta gere: Le o 1 MB by Mary Joy Bensig Lear i g Objective Understand the historical background of Noli Me Tangere. Explore Jose Rizal's role in the reform movement. Analyze the cultural and historical context of Noli Me Tangere. T e P ilippi e i t e 19t Ce tury 1...

Noli Me Ta gere: Le o 1 MB by Mary Joy Bensig Lear i g Objective Understand the historical background of Noli Me Tangere. Explore Jose Rizal's role in the reform movement. Analyze the cultural and historical context of Noli Me Tangere. T e P ilippi e i t e 19t Ce tury 1 2 3 4 Spa i Spread of Liberal Go burza Rizal Travel to Colo izatio Idea Executio Europe (1800) (1820-1830) (1872) (1882) The Philippines Liberal movements Cavite Mutiny May 3, 1882: Jose remains under from Europe begin Filipino workers Rizal leaves the Spanish colonial influencing and soldiers rebel Philippines for rule, heavily educated Filipinos against Spanish Spain to study controlled by the (Ilustrados). The colonial authorities medicine at the friars and the opening of Manila in Cavite. Universidad Spanish to foreign trade in The three Filipino Central de Madrid. government. The 1834 increases priests—Mariano His time in Europe country is divided exposure to Gomez, Jose exposes him to into provinces, Enlightenment Burgos, and liberal ideas and towns, and ideas of liberty, Jacinto Zamora the works of villages, governed democracy, and (collectively known nationalist writers by Spanish officials nationalism. as Gomburza)—are and reformists. and clergy. executed by garrote, falsely accused of inciting the mutiny. This event profoundly affects Rizal, inspiring him to fight for justice and reform. T e P ilippi e i t e 19t Ce tury 1 2 3 4 Publicatio of Rizal Fou d La T e P ilippi e E d of Spa i Noli Me Ta gere Liga Filipi a Revolutio Rule (1887) (1892) Begi (1898) (1896) published in Berlin, Rizal returns to the Filipino Germany. The Philippines and The Katipunan, a revolutionary novel exposes the founds the La Liga revolutionary forces, led by injustices and Filipina, a group led by Emilio Aguinaldo, abuses of the progressive Andres Bonifacio, declare Philippine Spanish friars and organization aimed launches the independence from colonial authorities at uniting Filipinos Philippine Spain in Kawit, in the Philippines, and pushing for Revolution against Cavite through the awakening the peaceful reforms Spanish colonial Treaty of Paris, nationalist under Spanish rule. rule, inspired in ending more than consciousness of However, the part by Rizal’s 300 years of Filipinos. organization is writings. Spanish short-lived, as December 30, colonization. Rizal is arrested 1896: Jose Rizal is just a few days executed by firing after its founding. squad in Bagumbayan (Luneta Park), Manila, falsely accused of sedition. His martyrdom fuels the revolution. Note: This timeline helps students understand the socio-political atmosphere that influenced Jose Rizal to write Noli Me Tangere. These events are essential in contextualizing the novel's themes of social injustice, nationalism, and the quest for reform. W o Wa Jo e Rizal? José Protacio Rizal Mercado y Alonzo Realonda (1861–1896) Filipino Nationalist, Reformer, and Writer Born in Calamba, Laguna, educated in the Philippines and Europe. Writings: Noli Me Tangere (1887) & El Filibusterismo (1891), which exposed abuses under Spanish rule and inspired Filipino nationalism. Propaganda Movement: Advocated peaceful reforms like equal rights, freedom of speech, and secularization. Exile & Arrest: Founded La Liga Filipina in 1892, arrested by Spanish authorities, and exiled to Dapitan. Execution: Falsely accused of inciting revolution, executed on December 30, 1896, at Luneta Park. Legacy: National hero of the Philippines, symbol of reform and nonviolent resistance. Quote: "The pen is mightier than the sword." W y Did Rizal Write Noli Me Ta gere? 1 Expo e Social I ju tice To reveal the abuse of power by Spanish friars and colonial authorities. 2 Awake Natio ali To inspire Filipinos to recognize their identity and fight for their rights. 3 Advocate for Refor Rizal aimed to encourage peaceful reforms rather than violent revolution. 4 Reflect t e Co ditio of t e P ilippi e To portray the real conditions under Spanish rule, especially the exploitation and inequality. 5 Pro ote Educatio a d E lig te e t He believed education was key to freeing Filipinos from ignorance and oppression. 6 Ho or t e Filipi o Spirit To show the resilience and dignity of Filipinos, despite centuries of colonial enslavement. Overview of Noli Me Ta gere Title Meaning: "Touch Me Not" A biblical reference symbolizing untouchable social issues in the Philippines under Spanish rule. Published: 1887, Berlin Written by Jose Rizal to expose the abuses and corruption of Spanish authorities and friars. Setting: 19th Century Philippines A period marked by social inequality, colonial oppression, and church dominance. Themes: Social Injustice Colonial Oppression Corruption in the Church The quest for Reform Impact: Noli Me Tangere sparked Filipino nationalism and became a key factor in the eventual fight for independence. Ho ework Act.1: Reflective E ay Objective: Deepen understanding of the impact of Guidelines: historical events on the themes of Noli Me Tangere. Provide specific details about the chosen event Instructions: and its impact on Rizal's work. Discuss how this context might affect the 1. Essay Prompt: Write a 300-500 word essay on reader’s understanding of the novel’s themes. the following topic: 1. Submission: "Choose one major event from the 19th- century timeline of the Philippines and Thursday, September 19, 2024 through Google analyze how it influenced the themes and Classroom (Format:.pdf, Cambria font, size 12, message of Jose Rizal's Noli Me Tangere. Single spacing, narrow margin) How does understanding this historical These activity will help you grasp the historical context enhance your interpretation of the context of Noli Me Tangere and understand how it novel?" shapes the themes and characters in the novel.

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