Legacy

Legacy — Three Perspectives

Filipino Revolutionaries • Asian & World Leaders • Why Rizal Became National Hero

Revolutionaries Filipino revolutionaries

Filipino Revolutionaries

Bonifacio: Used “Rizal” as a Katipunan password; translated Mi Último Adiós.

Jacinto: Kartilya reflected Rizal’s emphasis on character and education.

Mabini: Admired Rizal’s intellectual discipline.

Antonio Luna: Respected Rizal’s scientific mind and integrity.

Asian Leaders Asian and world leaders

Asian & World Leaders

Anwar Ibrahim: Called Rizal the “Great Malayan.”

Mahatma Gandhi: Saw Rizal as a model of non-violent conviction.

Sun Yat-sen: Part of early Asian reformists influenced by Rizal’s ideals.

National Hero Why Rizal became National Hero

Why He Became the National Hero

Declared day of mourning (1898): Aguinaldo declared mourning after Rizal’s execution, signaling national grief and recognition.

American era framing: The American colonial government favored Rizal’s reformist, non-violent image for nation-building narratives.

No formal law: There is no single law naming him "National Hero"; the title endures by tradition, education, and collective respect.

Timeline — Key Milestones

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1887

Noli Me Tangere published

Suggested activity: small-group character mapping

1891

El Filibusterismo published

Suggested activity: debate on reform vs revolution

1956

Rizal Law enacted (RA 1425)

Suggested activity: classroom reflection on civic education

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Rizal's influence across Asia

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