The Rizal Law and Its Significance to the Philippine Society PDF

College of Arts and Sciences  determine the issues and interest at stake in the debate over the Rizal Bill relate the issues to present day Philippines identified the relationship between literature and society; and differentiate patriotism and nationalism PI 01 Life and Works of Rizal T...

College of Arts and Sciences  determine the issues and interest at stake in the debate over the Rizal Bill relate the issues to present day Philippines identified the relationship between literature and society; and differentiate patriotism and nationalism PI 01 Life and Works of Rizal The Rizal Law Republic Act 1425 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  ORIGINATING HOUSE SIMILAR BILL SENATE BILL 438 HOUSE BILL 5561 Filed: April 3, 1956 Filed: April 19, 1956 APRIL 23, 1956 Supporters of the Bill Sen. Claro M. Recto Sen. Jose P. Laurel Opposition Sen. Mariano J. Cuenco Sen. Francisco Rodrigo Sen. Decoroso Rosales EPIC RAP BATTLE IN THE SENATE The bill' objective was to foster appreciation of Rizal's times and of the role he played in the eventual combat against Spanish tyranny The novels did not pretend to teach religion or theology upon their conception. Rizal aimed to have Filipinos become aware of their society and instill in them the national dignity, personal pride, and patriotism. EPIC RAP BATTLE IN THE SENATE “(Filipinos)… have two (2) great loves: their country and their faith. These two loves are not conflicting loves. They are harmonious affections, like the love of a child for his father and for his mother." nationalism and religion, government and church, must not be in conflict with one another. WHEREAS, today, more than any 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 writing 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; 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; Now, therefore, SECTION 1, Courses on the life, works and writings of Jose Rizal, particularly his novel Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo, shall be included in the curricula of all schools, colleges and universities, public or private: Provided, That in the collegiate courses, the original or unexpurgated editions of the Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo or their English translation shall be used as basic texts. SECTION 2. It shall be obligatory on all schools, colleges, and universities to keep in their libraries an adequate number of copies of the original and unexpurgated editions of the Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo, as well as of Rizal’s other works and biography. The said unexpurgated editions of the Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo or their translations in English as well as other writings of Rizal shall be included in the list of approved books for required reading in all public or private schools, colleges and universities. SECTION 3. The Board of National Education shall cause the translation of the Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo, as well as other writings of Jose Rizal into English, Tagalog and the principal Philippine dialects; cause them to be printed in cheap, popular editions; and cause them to be distributed, free of charge, to persons desiring to read them, through the Purok organizations and Barrio Councils throughout the country  SECTION 4. Nothing in this Act shall be construed as amendment or repealing section nine hundred twenty seven of the Section 927.— No teacher Administrative Code, prohibiting or other person engaged in the discussion of religious any public school, whether doctrines by public school maintained from (insular) teachers and other person national, provincial, or engaged in any public school. municipal funds, shall teach or criticize the doctrines of any church, religious sect, or denomination, or shall attempt to influence the pupils for or against any church or religious sect.  SECTION 5. The sum of three hundred thousand pesos is hereby authorized to be appropriated out of any fund not otherwise appropriated in the National Treasury to carry out the purposes of this Act. SECTION 6. This Act shall take effect upon its approval. Approved: June 12, 1956 Published in the Official Gazette, Vol. 52, No. 6, p. 2971 in June 1956. The Hero of Andres Bonifacio and the Katipuneros Andres Bonifacio First hero who recognized Rizal as a hero He attended the founding of La Liga Filipina on July 3 1892 – it is a civic organization founded by Rizal which aimed for the reform in the society. Bonifacio established KKK – it aim for independence from Spanish rule through revolution. The password is Bayani The highest grade or group in KKK is Rizal The photograph of Rizal was hang in the headquarters  They expand to other provinces in the country. They used Jose Rizal to collect funds. In May 1896, Dr Pio Valenzuela informed Rizal about the revolution but Rizal did not agree with the plan. The Spanish government had a suspicion that Rizal was the founder of the KKK On August 1896, the existence of the KKK was revealed in the Spanish government. On August 25, 1896 the uprising started. The KKK and the revolution was used as an evidence against Rizal. The Hero of Emilio Aguinaldo and the First Republic The death of Jose Rizal was the start of the battle of the Filipinos. KKK continued their struggle against the Spaniards. The conflict between the teo factions of KKK (Magdiwang – Magdalo) led to the disunity of the Katipuneros and the execution of Andres Bonifacio signed by Emilio Aguinaldo. The death of Andres Bonifacio led to the uprising of the Filipinos  December 12-15, 1897 – the Spaniards and the Filipino signed the Treaty of Biak na Bato Emilio Aguinaldo had the opportunity to communicate with the Americans and the Spanish colonial government ended. Upon the return of Aguinaldo from Hongkong he declared the independence of the Philippines on June 12, 1898 and he became the first president. The administration of Aguinaldo proclaimed December 30 as Rizal day. The Hero of other Nationalities Jose Rizal was a travelled hero. He spent his time in the ship in conversation with other nationalities. He wrote different novels and poems and were published in Europe. On November 20, 1897, Dr. Rudolph Virchow, president of the Anthropological society of Berlin sponsored the scientific neurological services to honor Rizal  Congressman Henry Allen Cooper, delivered a Eulogy for Rizal. The result of his appeal was the approval of the Cooper Law or the Philippine Bill of 1902. William Howard Taft approved the Act No. 137 which organized the politico-military district of Morong into the province of Rizal. He was an American sponsored hero. In 1913, the American government ordered the creation of his monument in Luneta. The Hero for the Filipino Youth In July 1956, Jose P. Laurel, Claro M. Recto, Jacobo Gonzales, Lorenzo Tanada and other lawmakers sponsored the Republic Act 1425. Selection and Proclamation of The Rizal Law and its National Heroes Significance to the Philippine Society No law, executive order or proclamation has been enacted or issues officially proclaiming any Filipino historical figure as a national hero. Even Jose Rizal, considered as the greatest among the Filipino heroes, was not explicitly proclaimed as a national hero. The position he now holds in Philippine history is a tribute to the continued veneration or acclamation of the people in recognition of his contribution to the significant social transformations that took place in our country. Rizal Monument, Luneta National Hero status Aside from Rizal, the only other hero given an implied recognition as a national hero is Andres Bonifacio whose day of birth on November 30 has been made a national holiday. Rizal Day Bonifacio Day December 30 November 30  On March 28, 1993 , President Fidel V. Ramos issued National Executive Order No.75 entitled “Creating the National Heroes Committee Under the Office of the President”. Historical Committee of The principal duty of the Committee is to study, evaluate and recommend Filipino national personages/heroes in due the Philippines recognition of their sterling character and remarkable achievements for the country.  National Historical Commission of the Philippines: One must project Criteria for the himself by his own fortitude, effort, and sacrifices to be the beacon of light of his oppressed countrymen to their rightful Selection of destiny. National Heroes ❑ Motive and methods employed in the attainment of the ideal. ❑ The moral character of the person. ❑ The influence of the person to his age and the succeeding era.  Laws Honoring/Commemorating Filipino Historical Figures JOSE RIZAL ❑ Decree of December 20, 1898 Issued by Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo declaring December 30 of every year a day of National mourning in honor of Dr. Jose Rizal and other victims of the Philippine Revolution. ❑ Act No. 137 Which organized the politico- military district of Morong into the Province of Rizal, was the first official step taking by the Taft Commission to honor our greatest hero and martyr. Laws Honoring/Commemorating Filipino Historical Figures ANDRES BONIFACIO ❑ Act No. 2946 Enacted by the Philippine Legislature on February 16, 1921, made November 30 of every year a legal holiday to commemorate the birth of Andres Bonifacio. ❑ Act No. 2760 Issued on February 23, 1918, confirmed and ratified all steps taken for the creation, maintenance, improvement of national monuments and particularly for the erection of a monument to the memory of Andres Bonifacio. Laws Honoring/Commemorating Filipino Historical Figures OTHER HEROES ❑ Act No. 3827 Enacted by the Philippine Legislature on October 28, 1931, declared the last Sunday of August of every year as National Heroes Day. Get in Touch With Us Send us a message or visit us City of Batac, Ilocos Norte, Philippines (63) 77-600-0459 [email protected] Follow us for updates facebook.com/MMSUofficial www.mmsu.edu.ph