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Lesson 1: Introduction To Rizal Law
Lesson 1: Introduction To Rizal Law
Lesson 1
Introduction to Rizal Law
LEARNING
OUTCOMES Pre-test
Fill in the bubbles by writing words that you think describes JOSE RIZAL.
Identify the features
of the Rizal Law
Identify
personalities who
have contributed to
Rizal law
Understand the
application of the
law in real life
situations.
Realize the
importance of how
the law was passed
and has undergone
a difficult process.
Pre-activity Who are the Philippine hero/es that you wanted to also study
his/her life? Why?
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RIZAL’S LIFE AND WORKS
Senator Claro M. Recto who authored the Rizal Bill, saw the need to instill
heroism among the youth. While Senator Jose P. Laurel, Sr., who was then the
Chairman of the Committee on Education, sponsored the bill in the Senate. Both of
them were known for their great sense of nationalism.
Due to the fact that there are several laws implemented by the
American government, he felt that Filipinos should be reminded that we need
to protect and love our country as its constituents. Example of those laws are
Senator Claro Mayo Recto Jr. (born the Bell Trade Act of 1947 and the 1955 Laurel-Langley Agreement.
Claro Recto y Mayo; February 8,
1890 – October 2, 1960
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1. To recognize the relevance of Jose Rizal ideas, thoughts, teaching, and life-
values to present conditions in the community and country and apply them in
the solution to day to day situations and problems of contemporary life.
National Historical Institute (old name – National Heroes Commission) released a criterion on the
definition of a national hero in 1965.
“Hero is an admirable leader towering over his peers, who serves a noble cause, possessing exceptional talent,
distinguished valor, and/or bold enterprise, exercising a determinative influence over the spiritual life of his people in a
particular remarkable event.”
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Criteria of a Hero
WHAT MAKES SOMEONE A HERO? WHAT CHARACTERISTICS OR QUALITIES MAKES A PERSON A HERO? We will
be enumerating the criteria or qualities for a person to be considered as a hero.
1. The extent of a person’s sacrifices for the welfare of the country.
2. The motives and methods employed in the attainment of the ideal.
3. The moral character of a person concerned.
4. The influence of the person concerned on his age and/or the succeeding age.
5. Heroes are those who have a concept of nation and thereafter
expire and struggle for the nation’s freedom
6. Heroes are those who define and contribute to a system or life of
freedom and order for a nation.
7. Heroes are those who contribute to the quality of life and destiny
of a nation.
8. A hero is part of the people’s expression
9. A hero thinks of the future generations.
10. 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.
Heroes are rare by definition. Heroes are not ordinary. Heroes
Did you know? are extraordinary. Everyone can’t be extraordinary. Only a few can be
extraordinary. These days, front-liners are heroes, fathers are heroes.
Mothers are heroes. Teachers are heroes... But what is important, let’s
honor the true heroes. Let us not forget what they have done for the
The following nine Filipino
welfare of our country.
historical figures to be
recommended as National Heroes:
Selection and Proclamation of National Heroes and Laws
a. Jose Rizal Honoring Filipino Historical Figures
b. Andres Bonifacio
c. Emilio Aguinaldo
d. Apolinario Mabini
e. Marcelo H. del Pilar
f. Sultan Dipatuan Kudarat
g. Juan Luna
h. Melchora Aquino
i. Gabriela Silang
No law, executive order or proclamation has been enacted or issued officially proclaiming any Filipino historical
figure as a national hero. However, because of their significant roles in the process of nation building and
contributions to history, there were laws enacted and proclamations issued honoring these heroes.
https://ncca.gov.ph/about-culture-and-arts/culture-profile/selection-and-
proclamation-of-national-heroes-and-laws-honoring-filipino-historical-figures/
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After knowing the qualities of a hero, as a student, is it difficult to be a hero? Are heroes common or rare? Do
we need to look for them?
Summary
Rizal Law originally authored by Senator Claro M. Recto but a compromise bill which was
passed in the Congress was authored by Senator Jose P. Laurel.
On June 12, 1957, The Republic Act No. 1425 better known as the Rizal Law came into
effect.
There are nine candidates nominated for National Hero.
Republic Act 1425 is otherwise known as Rizal Law.
The Rizal Law was opposed by many especially the Catholic Church.
ASSESSMENT
TEST YOUR UNDERSTANDING
Answer the following questions after pondering on what was discussed about Rizal Law and
qualities of a hero.
1.Did it ever cross your mind, that Rizal’s life is a subject in college?
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2. Before taking Rizal course, do you have any idea why you are required to study the life of
Rizal?
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4. Is there someone today whom you consider as a candidate for national hero? Why?
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5. What do you think are the qualities and characteristics of Jose Rizal that can give him the advantage to
have the title National Hero of the Philippines? Explain.
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Post-test
Write the correct answer on the blank space provided. (10 points)
Resources: References:
For more information, watch this film: “Ang www.academia.ph
Buhay ng Isang Bayani”- Jose Rizal and www.officialgazette.gov.ph. June 12, 1956
activities
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