CWTS - Midterm PDF

# Basic Values of the Filipino People ## Learning Outcomes: - **Cognitive Objective:** Identify and describe the basic values of the Filipino people, such as Bayanihan (community spirit), Pakikipagkapwa-tao (regard for others), and Paggalang (respect). - **Affective Objective:** Appreciate the imp...

# Basic Values of the Filipino People ## Learning Outcomes: - **Cognitive Objective:** Identify and describe the basic values of the Filipino people, such as Bayanihan (community spirit), Pakikipagkapwa-tao (regard for others), and Paggalang (respect). - **Affective Objective:** Appreciate the importance of these values in fostering a harmonious society and reflect on own behaviours in light of these values. - **Psychomotor Objective:** Participate in activities that demonstrate these values in action, such as community service or role-playing scenarios. ## Christian Perspective: > Train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not depart from it. PROVERBS 22:6 ## Motivational Activities: - Discuss what values mean to each student and how they perceive Filipino values in daily lives. - Share stories or testimonies about people exemplifying Filipino values, both from history and contemporary society. Include biblical stories that align with these values, such as the Good Samaritan for Pakikipagkapwa-tao. ## Subject Matter: Basic Filipino Values ### Maka-Diyos (God-Fearing) Being God-fearing involves recognizing a higher spiritual being and striving to live a life in accordance with spiritual principles and values. This includes honesty, integrity, and compassion. #### Examples: * Faith and Worship: Regular participation in religious activities. * Ethical Living: Making decisions based on moral and ethical guidelines. * Service to Others: Helping those in need as an expression of faith. #### Real-life Examples: * Participating in community outreach programs organized by church or religious organization. * Choosing not to engage in corruption or dishonest activities when no one is watching. #### Biblical Example: > Matthew 22:37: "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind." This verse highlights loving God completely and wholeheartedly: * **With All Your Heart:** * **Sincerity and Devotion:** Means having a sincere and deep devotion towards God; placing God at the center of your life and making Him your primary focus. * **Emotional Commitment:** Signifies an emotional connection and affection towards God. * **With All Your Soul:** * **Spiritual Dedication:** Dedicating your spiritual life to God. This includes worship, prayer, and aligning your spiritual goals with God's will. * **Inner Transformation:** Means aligning one's desires, motives and ambitions with God's purposes. * **With All Your Mind:** * **Intellectual Engagement:** Means understanding God's nature, word, and teachings. This includes studying the Bible, contemplating God's works, and seeking wisdom. * **Thought Discipline:** Disciplining your thoughts. This means focusing on what is pure, noble, and praiseworthy. #### Being a God-Fearing Individual: * **Reverence and Respect:** Acknowledging God's greatness, power, and authority in life. * **Obedience and Faithfulness:** Striving to live according to God's principles and moral standards. * **Trust and Dependence:** Recognizing that you rely on God for strength, wisdom, and provision. **D. Ethical Living:** Act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God. #### Maka-Tao (Humane) Being humane involves showing compassion and empathy, respecting human dignity, and promoting social justice. #### Examples: * Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others. * Respect for Human Rights: Upholding and advocating for the rights of every individual. * Social Responsibility: Contributing to the welfare of the community. #### Real-life Examples: * Volunteering at shelters or community centers to help the less fortunate. * Standing up against discrimination and advocating for equal rights for all. #### Maka-Kalikasan (Nature-loving) Being nature-loving involves protecting and conserving the environment, promoting sustainability, and appreciating the beauty of nature. #### Laws in the Philippines aimed at protecting the environment: * **Expanded National Integrated Protected Areas System Act (ENIPAS) of 2018 (Republic Act No. 11038):** This law expanded the coverage of protected areas in the Philippines. It ensures the conservation of biologically important areas and aims to protect the country's rich biodiversity. * **Green Jobs Act of 2016 (Republic Act No. 10771):** This act promotes the creation of jobs that contribute to preserving or restoring the quality of the environment. It also provides incentives for enterprises that generate and sustain green jobs. * **Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000 (Republic Act No. 9003):** Although not recent, it continues to be a cornerstone in environmental protection. This law provides a systematic, comprehensive, and ecological approach to solid waste management. It emphasizes waste segregation, recycling, and composting to reduce the amount of waste generated and disposed of in landfills. * **Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Act of 2022 (Republic Act No. 11898):** This law mandates large companies to be responsible for the plastic packaging they produce. Companies are required to recover and recycle their plastic waste, reducing the volume of plastic pollution. * **Renewable Energy Act of 2008 (Republic Act No. 9513):** While not extremely recent, amendments and continued implementation of this law promote the development, utilization, and commercialization of renewable energy resources. It provides incentives for investments in renewable energy projects.. #### Real-life Examples: * Participating in tree-planting activities and coastal clean-up drives. * Reducing waste by recycling and using eco-friendly products. #### Biblical Examples: * **Genesis 2:15: "The Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it."** This verse emphasizes the responsibility of humans to steward and care for the environment. * **Divine Mandate for Stewardship:** The verse underscores that taking care of the environment is a responsibility given by God. * **Work and Care:** The dual action of "working" and "taking care" highlights the balance between utilizing natural resources and ensuring their sustainability. * **Sustainable Practices:** Emphasizing care encourages sustainable practices that protect the environment, such as reducing waste, conserving natural habitats, and promoting biodiversity. * **Moral Responsibility:** Neglecting this duty can be seen as failing to uphold the role entrusted to humans by God. * **Interconnectedness of Life:** The garden symbolizes the interconnectedness of all life. Taking care of the environment ensures that all forms of life can thrive. Using Genesis 2:15 to address environmental issues can inspire individuals and communities to adopt eco-friendly practices and advocate for policies that protect and restore natural ecosystems. * **Psalm 24:1: "The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it."** * **Divine Ownership:** This verse asserts that the Earth belongs to God, including all its resources and inhabitants. * **Respect and Reverence:** This perspective fosters a sense of sacredness towards nature, urging us to protect and preserve it as a form of honoring God's creation. * **Holistic View of Creation:** Highlighting the interconnectedness of all creation, emphasizing that harming one part of the ecosystem can have ripple effects on the entire system. * **Accountability:** if the Earth and everything in it belong to God, humans are accountable to God for how they treat the environment. * **Environmental Ethics:** This verse supports the idea of environmental ethics which protect natural habitats, conserve resources, and promote biodiversity. * **Stewardship and Responsibility:** Recognizing the Earth as God's creation reinforces the biblical call to stewardship. Humans are responsible for managing the Earth's resources wisely and ensuring that their actions do not degrade the environment. #### Maka-Bayan (Patriotic) Being patriotic involves a deep love for one's country, respecting its symbols and traditions, and actively participating in nation-building. ##### National Symbols: * **Philippine Flag:** The flag has three colors: blue, red, and white, with a sun and three stars. It symbolizes patriotism and freedom * **Lupang Hinirang:** The national anthem of the Philippines, reflecting the history and struggles of the Filipino people. * **Sampaguita:** The national flower, symbolizing purity, simplicity, and humility. * **Narra Tree:** The national tree, representing strength and resilience. * **Philippine Eagle:** The national bird, symbolizing freedom and the rich biodiversity of the country. * **Jose Rizal:** The national hero, honored for his role in inspiring the revolution against Spanish colonization through his writings. * **Carabao:** The national animal, symbolizing hard work and perseverance, especially among farmers. * **Arnis:** The national martial art and sport, representing the Filipinos' fighting spirit and cultural heritage. ##### Traditions: * **Simbang Gabi:** A nine-day series of dawn masses leading up to Christmas, reflecting the deep Catholic faith of Filipinos. * **Fiestas:** Festivals celebrated in various towns and cities, often in honor of a patron saint, featuring parades, dances, and feasts. * **Bayanihan:** A spirit of communal unity and cooperation. * **Harana:** A traditional serenade used by Filipino men to court women, often performed under a moonlit night. * **Mano Po:** A gesture of respect where one takes the hand of an elder and presses it to their forehead, symbolizing respect and asking for a blessing. * **Pasko (Christmas):** Celebrated with various traditions such as the Noche Buena (Christmas Eve feast), parol (Christmas lantern), and family reunions.. * **Ati-Atihan Festival:** A festival in honor of the Santo Niño (Holy Child), celebrated in Kalibo, Aklan, featuring street dancing and indigenous costumes. * **Undas (All Saints' Day):** A tradition where Filipinos visit cemeteries to honor and remember their departed loved ones, often involving prayers, candles, and flowers. #### Maka-Bayan Values: * **Civic Responsibility:** Active participation in civic duties and community services. * **Cultural Heritage:** Appreciation and promotion of the country's history and culture. ## References: * Romans 13:1: "Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established." * **Divine Ordination of Authorities:** This verse asserts that all governing authorities are established by God. * **Obedience and Respect:** Emphasizes the importance of obedience and respect for laws and regulations. * **Legitimacy of Government:** Governments are instituted to fulfill God's purposes in upholding moral and ethical standards within a community. * **Accountability of Authorities:** Rulers should govern justly and in accordance with God's principles of righteousness and justice. * **Role of Citizens:** Promotes responsible civic behaviour, including participation in governance through lawful means, paying taxes, and contributing to the common good. * **Resistance to Unjust Authorities:** Although the verse calls for submission, it is not an endorsement of blind obedience to unjust or oppressive rulers. * **Moral Governance:** Their authority is not absolute but granted by God. They are called to exercise their power with humility, justice, and a commitment to the welfare of the people. #### Evaluation/Activity: **Title:** Values in Action Day