JOSERIZ REVIEWER JOSE P. RIZAL: HIS EXILE TRIAL AND DEATH lupain sa Dapitan o Talisay at nagtayo ng bahay. Rizal In Dapitan: July 17, 1892- Rizal arrived in Dapitan on board the steamer Cebu (average na barko/bangka; purpose ay to send prisoners in Dapitan; Military personnel lang ang gumagamit). Dapitan that time- was a remote town in Mindanao which served as a politico-military outpost of Spaniards in the Philippines. Barrio- bahay ng military; blank slate Capitan Ricardo Carnicero- headed the military at Dapitan, he became a friend of Rizal during his exile. - Leader of military outpost - Walang bahay si Rizal. Sa house of Jesuit Priests dapat maninirahan si Rizal pero dito siya nanirahan sa Capitan kasi need iretract ang writings. 4 years of Solitude- the quiet place in Talisay became his home from 1892 to 1896. - Malapit sa dagat may maliit na bangka- Calamba Kagaya 3 Buildings: Square- with Soledad and Trining pati si Miss J. House dito nakatira Pti mother pag bumisita. Hexagon- hayop/manukan (poultry) Octagon- school/clinic Reason: bored siya kasi madaling gawin ang simpleng bahay; Tulong sa kanyang mga estudyante para maaral ang shapes. Life in Dapitan: 5:00 AM- Rizal get up early. 7:30 AM- He had his breakfast. (kape, sweets, at malagkit) 1:00 PM- Teaching the boys and farming. 12:00 NN- Lunch RELIEF MAP- made by Rizal and Padre Sanchez - - Life in Talisay: LOTTO- Lucky number 9 7 3 6 - PHP 6,200 ang share ni Rizal. Si Capitan Carnicero ang kahati niya. (million) binayaran ang utang kay Paciano at sa mga kaibigan sa Europa. Ang natira ay ipambibili ng - Ang mga tao sa Dapitan ay hindi alam ang itsura ng lugar, ang alam ay square. Para malaman ang lokasyon o direksyon Walang gagawa Mga estudyante ang nagdrawing (815-17 ages) Restoration OCTAGON JOSERIZ REVIEWER He established a school that catered to education of the young people for free. (agriculture and engineering) He thought them arithmetic, geography, Spanish and English. (not more than 10 students) Together with his students, they constructed a water system to supply the town with water for irrigation and drinking. - RIZAL’S LETTER TO HIS MOTHER Talisay Water System (Rizal’s Dam Aqueduct) 2 months to construct. He also helped in putting up lampposts at every corner of the town. Design from Europe (dahil malamok, gasera ang mayroon) He worked for the development of the sugar, abaca, and lumber trading. He developed studies about different species that could be found in Dapitan: Josephine Bracken(Miss J)- adopted daughter of George Taufer. - Suffering from an eye aliment. - Rizal’s common law wife (live in) - They lived as husband and wife in Rizal’s octagonal house, unmarried. - Francisco (anak na namatay) - Maria (adopted child pero binawi ng totoong pamilya) Dapitan, 15 January 1896 “You will receive a small quantity of salted fish that was prepared by the person who lives in my house. She is good, obedient, and submissive. We lack nothing, except that we are not married, but as yourself say: It is better to live in the grace of God than being married in mortal sin. Until now we have not quarreled and when I advise her, she does not answer back. If you come and accept her, I expect that she will get along with you. Besides, she has nobody in the world except me. I am all her kinsfolk.” Imprisonment and Trial Draco Rizali (flying lizard)- isang butiki Rhacophorus Rizali (tree frog)isang palaka Apogonia Rizali- isang salagubang Bubuli- sand lizard He opened an eye clinic for the poor, some of his patients came from different parts of the country and from Hongkong. George Taufer- step father of Josephine Bracken. IMPRISONMENT: June 21, 1896- Dr. Pio Valenzuela visited Rizal and informed him about the founding of Katipunan and the planned revolution. Rizal objected to the idea. July 31, 1896- His exile in Dapitan ended, he volunteered to serve as a surgeon under Spanish army in Cuba. August 19, 1896- the secret society of Katipunan was revealed and they accused Rizal as the founder in Katipunan. (akala ay La Liga Filipina) JOSERIZ REVIEWER September 2, 1896- nalaman ni Rizal October 3, 1896- Rizal reached Barcelona but was sent back to Manila. HIS EXECUTION: November 3, 1896- He arrived in Manila and was imprisoned in Fort Santiago. (32 days ang byahe; walang memo or formal letter) THE TRIAL November 20, 1896- the preliminary investigation of Rizal’s case began. Charges of Rizal: 1. Heretic Writings- through his writings, Rizal encouraged rebellion against the church and government. Some writings used against him: Hymn of Talisay Noli Me Tangere El Filibusterismo 2. Founder of KKK- he was accused as the leader of the uprising and founder of the KKK. Evidences: Photograph of Rizal was found at KKK headquarters. His name was used as password of KKK. THE TRIAL Luis Taviel De Andrade- brother of Rizal’s guard in Calamba. - Rizal’s lawyer who tried to save Rizal. THE DECISION December 26, 1896- Jose Rizal’s trial ended, and the sentence was read. December 29, 1896- Governador General Camilo de Polavieja signed the court decision. December 29, 1896- Rizal was informed about the decision; he will be executed by firing squad at 7:00 AM of December 30. To my family, I ask you forgiveness for the pain I cause you, but some day I shall have to die, and it is better that I die now in the plentitude of my conscience. Dear Parents and brothers: give thanks to God that I may preserve my tranquility before my death. I die resigned, hoping that with death you will be left in peace. Ah! It is better to die than to live suffering. Console yourselves. I enjoin you to forgive one another little meanness of life and try to live united in peace and good harmony. Treat your old parents as you would like to be treated by your children later. Love them very much in my memory. Bury me in the ground. Place a stone and a cross over it. My name, the date of my birth and of my death. Nothing more. If later you wish to surround my grave with a fence, you can do it. No anniversaries. I prefer Paang Bundok Have pity on poor Josephine. Mi Ultimo Adios- one of Rizal’s longest poems stating his last farewell to his countrymen. “Farewell to you all, from my soul torn away, Friends of my childhood in the home dispossessed! Give thanks that I rest from the wearisome day! Farewell to thee, too, sweet friend that lightened JOSERIZ REVIEWER my way; Beloved creatures all, farewell! In death there is rest!” December 30, 1896 6:30 AM- Rizal in a black suit with his arms tied behind his back, walked to Bagumbayan. JOSE RIZAL AND THE PHILIPPINE NATIONALISM 7:03 AM- he was shot in the back by a firing squad. He hesitated, turned halfway around to face his executioners, and fell on his back to face the Philippine sun. KILL COMMAND: Preparen- Prepare (executioners, if may bullets or working) Apunten- Aim (bumuntong hininga) Fuego- to Fire Consummatum Est- it is finished. (My part is finished, kayo naman; Now it is our turn to continue what he started) AFTER HIS DEATH Rizal was buried without a coffin.Rizal’s sister, Narcisa, went to all the cemeteries of Manila looking for the remains in vain. – small hospital (Cart Lagayan).. Mother and sister begged. Sapatos na itim/ Pako Cemeterybasurahan (tambakan ng basura)- small marble (RPJ) 1896-1898- kinuha ang bangkay, maliit, maliit ang sapatos, at yung tama ng baril (inuwi sa Binondo) 1911- Rizal was properly buried in Luneta President Aguinaldo- he mandated a decree, Rizal death anniversary to commemorate every December 30 (holiday) Namatay si Teodora- weeks after Rizal’s death pero umattend ng libing ni Rizal. National Symbols - Republic Act of 8491 - An act prescribing the code of the national flag, anthem, motto, coat of arms, and other heraldic items and devices of the Philippines. National Flag- golden yellow, blue, and red National Anthem- Lupang Hinirang National Motto- Maka-Diyos, MakaTao, Makalikasan, at Makabansa OFFICIAL National Flower- Sampaguita National Tree- Narra National Bird- Philippine Eagle National Gem- Philippine Peal National Sports- Arnis UNOFFICIAL National Fruit- Mango National Animal- Carabao National Leaf- Anahaw National Hero- Jose P. Rizal JOSE P. RIZAL Country’s well-known hero but belongs to unofficial national symbol category. No other Filipino can surpass Rizal (Dr. Esteban De Ocampo) From the various representations of Rizal as a national symbol, one may learn significant ideals and principles that may be of good use in everyday life. JOSERIZ REVIEWER VALUES DERIVED FROM RIZAL’S LIFE Nationalism- involves the desire to attain freedom and political independence, especially by a country under a foreign power. Patriotism- denotes proud devotion and loyalty to one’s nation. Love of Fellowmen and Parents- Rizal advocated thinking well of our fellowmen. His life exemplified the principle that love of neighbor entails involvement in his or her behalf. Devotion to Truth- Rizal’s persevering search for truth in serving his country was a motivating virtue. Dedication to Duty- he virtually dedicated his whole life to securing freedom for his country and happiness for his people, a commitment historically unequaled in the history of his country. Moral Courage- Rizal’s courage in working for the betterment of his country, despite all odds, is a virtue that is so essential even today. Initiative- Rizal manifested the power to act or take charge before others do, especially in nationalistic pursuits. Frugality- Rizal was careful about spending money and any other resources and in using things when he did not need to. HERO/BAYANI (Merriam Webster) Mythological or legendary figure often of divine descent endowed with great strength or ability. An illustrious warrior One who shows great courage. A person admired for achievements and noble qualities. HERO/BAYANI (UP Diksiyonaryong Filipino) A person of extraordinary courage and ability Leading man in a play A person considered to posses extraordinary talents or someone who did something noble (dakila) BAYANI (Albert Ocampo, 2016) “Bayani is a richer word than hero because it may be rooted in bayan as place or in doing something great, not for oneself but for a greater good, for community or nation.” HISTORICAL FIGURES RECOMMENDED AS NATIONAL HER0 Selection and Proclamation of National Heroes and Law Honoring Filipino Historical Figures (by National Commission for Culture and Arts) NO LAW, EXECUTIVE ORDER OR PROCLAMATION has been enacted or issued proclaiming any Filipino historical figure as a national hero. EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 75 (Creating the National Heroes Committee under the Office of the President) March 28, 1993- President Fidel V. Ramos issued this EO to study and evaluate and recommend Filipino national heroes in recognition of their JOSERIZ REVIEWER sterling character and remarkable achievements for the country. CRITERIA FOR NATIONAL HEROES 1. Heroes are those who have a concept of nation and thereafter aspire and struggle for the nation’s freedom. In reality, however, a revolution has no end. Revolutions are only the beginning. One cannot aspire to be free only to sink back into bondage. 2. Heroes are those who define and contribute to a system or life of freedom and order for a nation. Freedom without order will only lead to anarchy. Therefore, heroes are those who make nation’s constitution and laws. To the latter, constitutions are only the beginning, for it is the people living under the constitution that truly constitute a nation. ADDITIONAL CRITERIA FOR NATIONAL HEROES 1. A hero is part of people’s expression. But the process of people’s internalization of a hero’s life and works takes time, with the youth forming a part of the internalization. 2. A hero thinks of the future, especially the future generations. 3. The choice of a hero involves not only the recounting of an episode or events in history, but of the entire process that made this particular person a hero. an inspiration to the Philippine National Movement. -Jose Rizal’s ideals encourage Filipinos to be part of the change. b) Andres Bonifacio- may pag-asa -a passionate warrior and revolutionary leader -self-educated man who taught himself how to read fluently in Tagalog and Spanish. - believes that all Filipinos are brothers and equal regardless of social statures and gender. c) Emilio Aguinaldo- achieved independence of Philippines from Spain and was elected the first president of the new republic under the Malolos Congress. -led the Philippine-American Was against U.S. resistance to Philippine independence. d) Apolinario Mabini- statesman who served first as a legal and constitutional adviser to the First Philippine Republic. -brain of the revolution -he served Aguinaldo’s cabinet as President of the Council of Secretaries and Secretary of Foreign Affairs November 15, 1995 The technical committee, after deliberation and careful study of the given criteria, selected the following figures to be recommended as National Heroes. a) Jose Rizal- a patriot, physician and a man of letters who was e) Marcelo H. Del Pilar- Paridel - a Filipino writer, lawyer, journalist, and freemason -did not hesitate to criticize the Spanish government and their treatment of Filipinos. -Spaniards feared him more than they did to Rizal. JOSERIZ REVIEWER f) Sultan Dipatuan Kudaratdefender of faith -recognized as the most powerful Muslim ruler in the Philippines -took 300 years to be recognized and honored given to his very great and most valiant Muslim Leader. g) Juan Luna- considered one of the greatest Filipino Artists. -he is famous for his work, Spoliarium, The Parsian Life, Españ a y Filipina, El Pacto de Sangre, Damas Romañ as -his artworks are the root of a society’s collective memory. h) Melchora Aquino- she earned the names “Woman of Revolution”, “Mother of Balintawak”, “Mother of the Philippine Revolution”, and “Tandang Sora”. -secret meetings of the Katipuneros were also held at her house. i) Gabriela Silang- first heroine of Ilocos, also known as Joan of Arc of Ilocandia. -she took over the leadership from her husband, Diego Silang, after his assassination. THE PHILIPPINES: A CENTURY HENCE This essay was published serially in the Filipino fortnightly review “La Solidaridad” of Madrid, running through the issues Essay Part 1: Will the PH remain a colony of Spain? Filipinas Dentro de Cien Años Forecasts the country’s futurr within hundred years Course of Miseries 1. Spain’s Implementation of its military laws -because of such policies, the Philippine population decreased significantly. Poverty became more widespread, and farmlands were to left wither. The family as a unit of society was neglected, and overall, every aspect of the life of the Filipino was retarded. 2. Deterioration and disappearance of Filipino indigenous culture - When spain came with the sword and the cross, it gradually destroyed the native Philippine Culture. 3. Passivity and submissiveness to the Spanish colonizers - One of the most powerful forces influencing a culture of silence among the natives was the Spanish friars. Because of the use of force and intimidation, unfairly using God’s name, the Filipinos learned to submit themselves to the will of foreigners. RIZAL’S OPTIMISTIC VIEWS: 1. Keeping the people uneducated and ignorant had failed 2. Keeping the people impoverished also came to no avail (maparaan) 3. Exterminating the people as an alternative to hindering progress did not work either (burahin sa mapa ang Pilipinas) Main points of essay: JOSERIZ REVIEWER 1. Using the past to understand the present thus predicting the future. 2. Filipinos have lost confidence in their past, lost faith in the present, and lost their hopes in the future. 3. The Filipinos will still be under Spain if they implement the freedom of the press, practice human rights and the Filipinos have representation in the Spanish Cortez. - Liberty from Spaniards and not Total separation 4. If the reforms are not implemented the spirit of nation rises and thus a revolution is highly positive IMPORTANCE OF THE ESSAY •Rizal shares why we must focus on strengthening the most important backbone of the country • The essay serve as a reminder that we Filipinos, are historically persevering and strongminded. Challenges that Confront the Filipinos The question now lies in whether or not we, Filipinos, are truly independent. Challenges: 1. 2. 3. 4. Failure of the family Educational System Political Leaders National Character