Jose Rizal

Jose Rizal's moral legacy includes advocacy for social justice, education, and nationalism. He promoted concepts such as peaceful reform, equality, and the importance of self-sacrifice for the greater good. Rizal's writings and actions continue to inspire Filipinos to fight for their rights and work towards a better society.

In the end of "El Filibusterismo," Rizal emphasizes the importance of standing up for what is right, pursuing justice, and fighting against oppression. He encourages readers to be courageous and proactive in striving for a better society.

Dr. Jose Rizal was a Filipino nationalist and revolutionary who played a key role in the country's struggle for independence from Spanish colonial rule. He is known for his writings, such as "Noli Me Tangere" and "El Filibusterismo," which exposed the injustices of Spanish rule. Rizal's execution in 1896 fueled the flames of the Philippine Revolution and his martyrdom inspired a generation of Filipinos to fight for freedom.

Critics argue that Jose Rizal's association with the Propaganda Movement, which sought political reforms through peaceful means, could be considered a negative aspect as some felt it was not radical enough. Additionally, Rizal's decision to return to the Philippines despite warnings from Spanish authorities led to his arrest and eventual execution, which could be seen as a flaw in judgment.

Jose Rizal wrote a letter to the young women of Malolos not just because M. H. del Pilar personally requested him to but because he might also feel the need to express his appreciation and great pride in the abrupt change of heart of these said Filipinas.

Looking Back

Coins, paper bills, and heroes

By Ambeth Ocampo

Philippine Daily Inquirer

First Posted 01:07:00 07/16/2008

Filed Under: history, Personalities, Human Interest

One of the most challenging exam questions I used to torment my students with required completing a table listing down all the coins and paper bills currently in use, from the one-centavo coin to the P1,000 bill. Worse, they had to list down the heroes commemorated in each without opening their wallets. We go on through life and see many things daily but we rarely notice. Coins and bills are exchanged every day, yet we hardly take the trouble to read the text on them or reflect on their design. I would like to think that by placing historical figures in our currency, the central bank, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), is teaching us some form of history. Whether this is effective is another story. Poor Lapu-lapu used to be on the one-centavo coin. He was last seen on the coin with his earrings and head gear when the BSP made one-centavo coins in aluminum. It was so light it could float on water. This coin was even used by enterprising tailors as buttons, until the BSP reminded the public that it is unlawful to tinker with our currency. Then the heroes rightfully disappeared from the depreciating small-denomination coins that began to shrink. To save on metal these coins were even made lighter by a hole. How could we, in conscience, puncture a hole through Lapu-lapu, Balagtas, or Melchora Aquino? Few people realize that these coins though in use are rarely in circulation because the actual cost of making these lower-denomination coins is much higher than its face value! Metal prices being what they are today, the BSP has often caught people smuggling out our coins to be melted and re-used in other countries. The BSP periodically has a campaign to get coins out of piggy banks and into circulation again so that there will be no need to mint new ones. One would think that currency is a quiet business, until you get petitions from various groups asking for changes in design. For example, the people of Bulacan province want Barasoain Church reinstated on our paper bills. Then there was the "Pangitiin si Ninoy Movement," a lobby group that wrote the BSP governor requesting a change in the present P500 bill. They argued that Benigno Aquino Jr. doesn't smile. Worse, his pensive mood with a hand on his chin was not good for design or for feng shui. If we are to go by the records of the old Central Bank of the Philippines, the P500 bill was first issued during the post-Marcos or Cory Aquino administration, hence the predominant color yellow. The photograph of Ninoy was a personal favorite of the then president. My question was, why make Ninoy smile? Look at the other bills, and note that nobody smiles, except Josefa Llanes Escoda on the P1,000. The more important question should be, who gets into bank notes, coins and stamps and why? More than a historiographical issue is that of aesthetics and personal taste. There was a recent move to change the present P20 bill into a P20 coin. It was argued that coins last longer than paper. The historical figure on this denomination, Commonwealth President Manuel L. Quezon, would remain, but when consulted as a courtesy, the family of the late president wanted the image changed. They preferred an older, wiser looking Quezon. We were shown a photograph of Quezon and I gasped because he looked tubercular in the picture. What is wrong with the young Quezon on the present P20 bill? Why replace this with a tired, old Quezon? With due respect to the family, I argued: Shouldn't historical figures be better remembered at the height of their lives rather than in their twilight? Vain as he was, I'm sure Quezon would have wanted to look good for posterity. Here we have a question not of history but of popular memory, aesthetics, and our wish to be elevated by history. Even without going to school, Filipinos learn of historical personages by handling coins and bank notes. They also learn about historical places and landmark buildings by looking at the reverse of bank notes. In a sense, here is history in use, but whose history is being promoted? Who is the target audience? What is the intended result of this informal, some would say subliminal, historical lesson? Who are the historical persons, events and places that never get into Philippine currency and why? Take the trouble to notice and reflect, and you get more questions than answers.

for me what makes jose rizal us our national hero is that he fought the spaniards not by using swords instead using a pen .. He fought them by writting novels about how the spaniards treat the Filipinos . Spaniards treat the Filipinos with cruelty..

"Miracles of Life" is a heartwarming film that showcases the resilience and power of the human spirit in overcoming life's challenges. The movie serves as a reminder of the importance of hope, faith, and perseverance in navigating through difficult circumstances. It beautifully captures the beauty of human connections and the profound impact of kindness and compassion in transforming lives.

The theme of the Jose Rizal movie revolves around nationalism, patriotism, and the fight for social justice. It portrays Rizal's passion for his country, his desire for reform, and his role in shaping Philippine history. The film also highlights the importance of education, the struggles faced by Filipinos under Spanish colonization, and the sacrifices made by Rizal for the greater good of the nation.

Jose Rizal is studied because he played a crucial role in the Philippine struggle for independence from Spanish colonial rule. He was a writer, philosopher, and national hero who advocated for social reforms and inspired a sense of national identity among Filipinos. Studying his life, works, and ideals helps us better understand Philippine history, culture, and the fight for freedom.

It is stated that: "So that every Filipino may know Jose Rizal, his face must be inscribed in the denomination of the highest circulation." And since the one peso coin is the denomination that has the highest circulation, his face is inscribed there.

Jose Rizal was estimated to be around 5 feet 3 inches (160 cm) tall.

One admirable characteristic of Jose Rizal is his intellectual brilliance and passion for knowledge. He was a prolific writer, a skilled polyglot, and a dedicated scholar who used his intellect to challenge societal norms and fight for social justice.

Jose Rizal was a novelist, poet, ophthalmologist, journalist, and a revolutionary. He is still considered to be one of the greatest heroes of the Philippines.

1998 biography of the man that inspired a revolution.

Cesar Montano as Jose Rizal

Joel Torre as Crisostomo Ibarra / Simoun

Jaime Fabregas as Luis Taviel de Andrade

Gloria Diaz as Teodora Alonzo

Gardo Versoza as Andres Bonifacio

Jose Rizal's mother was Teodora Morales Alonso Realonda y Quintos, commonly known as Teodora Alonzo. She played a significant role in shaping Rizal's values and beliefs, emphasizing the importance of education and love of country.

The moral lesson in the story of Ibong Adarna is the importance of honesty, perseverance, and redemption. It highlights the consequences of disobedience and deceit, but also the power of forgiveness and second chances. It teaches that one's actions have consequences, but with repentance and making amends, one can seek redemption.

Jose Rizal has made this poem during his travel in Germany. He wrote this poem while inside the jail. This poem has no deeper meaning. It was just a poem that anyone could also make in times of boredom. It only conatains literal meaning.

He wrote this poem because he was homesick for his native land the Philippines

Rizal's faith is Catholic in nature as he was raised as a catholic. However, he has lost "faith" over the friars because of their wrong doings.

here is a write-up about Jose Rizal's faith... and his outlook about religion and God.

<a href="http://jadkring.blogspot.com/2009/05/faith-is-matter-of-choice-and.html">Extraction Point</a>

Jose Rizal had a pet dog named Usman. It was a pet dog that he loved and cared for during his lifetime.

Jose Rizal's favorite flower was the Jasminum sambac, commonly known as sampaguita. It is a sweet-smelling white flower that is considered the Philippines' national flower and is often used in ceremonies and offerings.

The third child of Teodora Alonzo and Francisco Mercado. One of Jose Rizal's closest sibling, she was an important witness to secrets Jose and his other brother Paciano kept from the rest of their family. She was a teacher and musician.

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The surname Mercado is of Spanish origin and means "market" in English. It likely originated as a name for someone who lived near or worked at a market.