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In June 1892 Rizal left two sealed letters with a Portuguese friend "to be opened and published after my death." In these letters Rizal explained to his family and his countrymen that he was returning to the Philippines to show by example that Filipinos knew how to die for principles.
This is the letter he wanted us to read, a letter that will illustrate to anti-Rizal advocates why Rizal is our national hero:
The step that I have taken, or am about to take, is undoubtedly very risky, and it is unnecessary to say that I have pondered on it a great deal. I know that everyone is opposed to it but I realize also that no one knows what goes on in my heart. I cannot live knowing that many are suffering unjust persecution because of me; I cannot live seeing my brothers [hermanos] and their large families persecuted like criminals. I prefer to face death and gladly give my life to free so many innocent persons from this unjust persecution.
I know that, at present, the future of my country gravitates in part around me; that with my death, many would rejoice, and that, consequently, many are longing for my end. But what am I to do? I have duties of conscience above all else; I have moral obligations toward the families who suffer, toward my aged parents whose sights pierce my heart; I know that I alone, even my death, can make them happy by returning them to their country and the tranquility of their home. My parents are all that I have, but my country has many sons still who can take it to advantage.
Moreover, I wish to show those who deny us patriotism that we know how to die for our duty and for our convictions. What matters death if one dies for what one loves, for one's country and for those whom he loves?
If I know that I were the only pillar of Philippine politics and if I were convinced that my country men were going to make use of my services, perhaps I would hesitate to take this step, but there are still others who can take my place, who can take my place to advantage. Furthermore, there are those who find me superfluous and in no need of my services, thus they reduce me to inaction.
I have always loved my poor country and I am sure that I shall love her until my last moment. Perhaps some people will be unjust to me: well, my future, my life, my joys, everything, I have sacrificed for love of her. Whatever my fate may be, I shall die blessing my country and wishing her the dawn of her redemption. (Originally published in The Philippine Daily Inquirer, 12/31/89) •
What else can I help you with?
Is rizal an american-sponsored hero?
Constantino (1969) clams that rizal was an American-sponsored hero. the Taft commission of 1901, not the Filipino people chose Rizal to become the country's national hero. the contenders for the the title then were Rizal, Aguinaldo, Bonifacio, and Mabini
Is rizal an American sponsored hero?
No Jose Rizal is not an American sponsored hero because he is already a Filipino hero before the Americans chose him ...and lets always remember that Jose Rizal is the soul of revolution.
Who is ponciano rizal?
Paciano Rizal, the only brother of Philippine National Hero, Jose Rizal.
Concept of a hero of Jose rizal?
wlang bird c rizal kya ganun
Summary advent of a national hero Jose rizal?
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Is Jose Rizal conscious hero?
Yes, Jose Rizal is a conscious hero.
Is Jose rizal was a conscious hero?
Yes, José Rizal can be considered a conscious hero because he was aware of the injustices under Spanish colonial rule in the Philippines and actively worked towards social reform through his writings and actions. Rizal advocated for peaceful reform and education as tools for societal change.
Was Rizal prophetic or a conscious hero?
Rizal was both prophetic and a conscious hero. He had a deep understanding of the social issues of his time and actively worked towards sparking change and awareness among his people. His writings and actions foresaw the struggles that the Filipino people would face in the future, making him a visionary and a conscious leader.
Who are the people votes dr. Jose rizal as a hero?
why was rizal made a hero
Where Jose Rizal a national hero?
Jose Rizal the national hero of the Philippines.
Who declared to Jose Rizal as National Hero?
rizal is an American sponsored hero. 1946 that America declared the Dr. Jose Rizal was a national hero
Why was Jose Rizal not an American sponsored hero?
Rizal was not an American-sponsored hero because it was the Filipinos who chose Rizal as our national hero not the Americans. It is true that the Americans suggested Rizal but they were not the one who chose him.
Is rizal an American hero?
no. he is a filipino hero
Why Jose Rizal did choose a creole a hero in the novel?
Why Jose Rizal did choose a Creole a hero in the novel
Is Jose Rizal is really a hero among the Filipinos?
Jose Rizal is really a hero among the Filipino community. Rizal is considered a national hero and a well known advocating reform in the Philippines
Why Jose p rizal cinsidered as a national hero?
rizal is considered a hero because he fought for the freedom of his country
Is rizal an american-sponsored hero?
Constantino (1969) clams that rizal was an American-sponsored hero. the Taft commission of 1901, not the Filipino people chose Rizal to become the country's national hero. the contenders for the the title then were Rizal, Aguinaldo, Bonifacio, and Mabini
