Heraldic Code of the Philippines PDF

Lesson 1.3 THE FLAG AND HERALDIC CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES 1. To discuss the importance Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines 2. To initiates and relates community spirit, patriotism and love of country among the youth. REPUBLIC ACT NO. 8491 AN ACT PRESCRIBING...

Lesson 1.3 THE FLAG AND HERALDIC CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES 1. To discuss the importance Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines 2. To initiates and relates community spirit, patriotism and love of country among the youth. REPUBLIC ACT NO. 8491 AN ACT PRESCRIBING THE CODE OF THE NATIONAL FLAG, ANTHEM, MOTTO, COAT- OF-ARMS AND OTHER HERALDIC ITEMS AND DEVICES OF THE PHILIPPINES. Section 2. Reverence and respect shall at all times be accorded the flag, the anthem and other national symbols which embody the national ideals and traditions and which express the principles of sovereignty and national solidarity. The heraldic items and devices shall seek to manifest the national virtues and to inculcate in the minds and hearts of our people a just pride in their native land, fitting respect and affection for the national flag and anthem, and the proper use of the national motto, coat-of-arms and other heraldic items and devices. DESIGN OF THE NATIONAL FLAG Section 4. The flag of the Philippines shall be blue, white and red with an eight-rayed golden-yellow sun and three five-pointed stars, as consecrated and honored by the people. HOISTING AND DISPLAY OF THE NATIONAL FLAG Section 5. The flag shall be displayed in all public buildings, official residences public plazas, and institutions of learning everyday throughout the year. Section 6. The flag shall be permanently hoisted, day and night throughout the year, in front of the following; at Malacanang Palace Congress of the Philippines building Page | 17  Supreme Court building Rizal Monument in Luneta, Manila Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit, Cavite Barasoain Shrine in Malolos, Bulacan Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Libingan ng mga Bayani Page | 18  Musuleo de los Beteranos dela Revolucion; all International Ports of Entry Section 7. The flag shall also be displayed in private buildings and residences or raised in the open flag- staffs in front of said buildings every April 9 (Araw ng Kagitingan); May 1 (Labor Day); May 28 (National Flag Day) to June 12 (Independence Day); last Sunday of August (National Heroes Day); November 30 (Bonifacio Day); and December 30 (Rizal Day); and on such other days as may be declared by the President and/or local chief executives. Section 8. All government agencies and instrumentalities, and local government offices, government- owned corporations and local government units are enjoined to observe Flag Day with appropriate ceremonies. Section 9. The flag shall be flown on merchant ships of Philippine registry of more than one thousand (1000) gross tons and on all naval vessels. Section 10. The flag, if flown from a flagpole, shall have its blue field on top in time of peace and the red field on top in time of war; if in a hanging position, the blue field shall be to the right (left of the observer) in time of peace, and the red field to the right (left of the observer) in time of war. Page | 19  Flag Pole In time of Peace In time of war Section 11. If on stage or platform or government office, the flag shall be at the left (facing the stage) or the left of the office upon entering. Section 13. When displayed with another flag, the Philippine flag shall be on the right of the other flag. If there is a line of other flags, the Philippine flag shall be in the middle of the line. Section 14. A flag worn out through wear and tear shall not be thrown away. It shall be solemnly burned to avoid misuse or desecration. The flag shall be replaced immediately when it begins to show signs of wear and tear. Section 15. The flag shall be raised at sunrise and lowered at sunset. It shall be on the mast at the start of official office hours, shall remain flying throughout the day. Page | 20  CONDUCT OF FLAG RAISING CEREMONY Section 18. All government offices and educational institutions shall henceforth observe the flag-raising ceremony every Monday morning and the flag lowering ceremony every Friday afternoon. The ceremony shall be simple and dignified and shall include the playing or singing of the Philippine National Anthem. Section 21. During the flag-raising ceremony, the assembly shall stand in formation racing the flag. At the moment the first note of the anthem is heard, everyone in the premises shall come to attention; moving vehicles shall stop. All persons present shall place their right palms over their chests, those with hats shall uncover, while those in military, scouting, security guard, and citizens military training uniforms shall give hand salute prescribed by their regulations, which salute shall be completed upon the last note of the anthem. Section 22. During the flag lowering, the flag shall be lowered solemnly and slowly so that the flag shall be down the mast at the sound of the last note of the anthem. Those in the assembly shall observe the same deportment or shall observe the same behavior as for the flag-raising ceremony. HALF-MAST Section 23. The flag shall be flown at half-mast as a sign of mourning on all buildings and places where it is displayed, as provided for in this Act. CASKET Section 24. The flag may be used to cover the caskets of the honored dead of the military, veterans of previous wars, national artists, and of civilians who have rendered distinguished service to the nation, as maybe determined by the local government unit concerned. In such cases, the flag shall be placed such that the white triangle shall be at the head and the blue portion shall cover the right side of the caskets. The flag shall not be lowered to the grave or allowed to touch the ground, but shall be folded solemnly and handed over to the heirs of the deceased. Page | 21  PLEDGE TO THE FLAG Section 25. The following shall be the Pledge of Allegiance to the Philippine Flag: Ako ay Filipino Buong katapatang nanunumpa Sa watawat ng Pilipinas At sa bansang kanyang sinasagisag Na may dangal, katarungan at kalayaan Na pinakikilos ng sambayanang Maka-Diyos Maka-tao Makakalikasan at Makabansa G. Flag Days Section 26. The period from May 28 to June 12 of each year is declared as Flag Days, during which period all offices, agencies and instrumentalities of government, business establishments, institutions of learning and private homes are enjoined to display the flag. PROHIBITED ACTS Section 34. It shall be prohibited a. To mutilate, deface, defile, trample, on or cast contempt any act or omission casting dishonor or ridicule upon the flag over its surface; b. To dip the flag to any person or object by way of compliment or salute; c. To use the flag: 1. As a drapery, festoon, tablecloth 2. As covering for ceilings, walls, statues or other objects; 3. As a pennant in the hood, side, back and top of motor vehicles; Page | 22  4. As a staff or whip; 5. For unveiling monuments or statues; and 6. As trademarks or for industrial, commercial or agricultural labels or designs. d. Display the flag: 1. Under any painting or picture; 1. Horizontally face-up. It shall always be hoisted aloft and be allowed to fall freely; 2. Below any platform; or 4. In discotheques, cockpits, night and day clubs, casinos, gambling joints and places of vice or where frivolity prevails. e. To wear the flag in whole or in part as a costume or uniform; Page | 23 f. To add any word, figure, mark, picture, design, drawings, advertisements, or imprint of any nature on the flag; g. To print, paint or attach representation of the flag on handkerchiefs, napkins, cushions, and other articles of merchandise; h. To display in public any foreign flag, except in embassies and other diplomatic establishments, and in offices of international organizations. i. To use, display or be part of any advertisement of infomercial; and j. To display the flag in front of buildings or offices occupied by aliens. Page | 24  THE NATIONAL ANTHEM Section 35. The National Anthem is entitled Lupang Hinirang. Section 36. The National Anthem shall always be sung in the national language within or without the country. The following shall be the lyrics of the National Anthem. Bayang Magiliw Perlas ng Silanganan Alab ng puso Sa Dibdib mo’y buhay. Lupang Hinirang, Duyan ka ng magiting, Sa manlulupig Di ka pasisiil Sa dagat at bundok, Sa simoy at sa langit mong bughaw, May dilag ang tula At awit sa paglayang minamahal. Ang kislap ng watawat mo’y Tagumpay na nagniningning; Ang bituin at araw niya, Kailan pa may di magdidilim Lupa ng araw, ng luwalhati’t pagsinta, Buhay ay langit sa piling mo; Aming ligaya napag may mang-aapi, Ang mamatay nang dahil sa iyo. THE NATIONAL MOTTO Section 40. The national Motto shall be “MAKA-DIYOS, MAKA-TAO, MAKAKALIKASAN AT MAKABANSA.” OFFICIAL SEALS AND OTHER HERALDIC ITEMS AND DEVICES INTENDED LEARNING ACTIVITY 1. Take a picture of an office with the Philippine flag at the back of the office table. 2. VIDEO PRESENTATION. Make a 2 minutes video presentation about the Filipinos values should the youth continued, nurtured and imbibed in life, in his/her family and in the community/barangay. Make a description before you upload your video at your facebook account and tag to your instructor. Be sure that your presentation is presentable, sound and clear. (50 pts.) Page | 25 Subject Content Technical Aspects is interesting Presents interesting Camera is stable, smooth is educational information movements and pans is relevant to audience Language is used properly and Subject is framed well, images provides insight into topic effectively are well composed is discussed thoroughly Images and/ or graphics relate Subject is lit and clearly visible is entertaining well to content Sound is clear and Concept Score out of 10 Student(s) behave understandable professionally on camera Video is edited effectively, Student(s) demonstrate flows well thoughtful approach to subject Titles are used effectively Transitions are used effectively Content Score out of 20 Project was completed in a timely manner Content Score out of 20 Comments Comments Comments Final Score ASSESSMENT ‘A. Multiple Choice. Read the statement carefully. Encircle the letter that corresponds to your answer. 1. One way of honoring the flag of the Philippines is: a. Stand straight b. Stand at attention c. Walk d. None of the above 2. The individual virtue and good habit of Filipinos on patriotism and nationalism is: a. Pagka-makatao b. Pagka-makabayan c. Pagka-makabansa d. None of the above 3. During a flag ceremony and when Lupang Hinirang is sung, all people hearing its first note should a. Stop, face the flag and sing b. Stop and sing c. Stop and keep quiet d. None of the above 4. Complete the Lupang Hinirang, "Sa simoy at sa langit mong " a. Buhay b. Bughaw c. Bugbug d. None of the above 5. The national motto of the Philippines is: a. Maka-kapwa b. Maka-dagat c. Maka-bata d. None of the above 6. The national flag day is from a. May 26 to June 12 b. May 27 to June 12 c. May 28 to June 12 d. None of the above Page | 26