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Draft MOral Virtues Rizal 1
Draft MOral Virtues Rizal 1
aith in God
This exemplifies one’s belief and trust in God.
ignity
It is defined as the respect that other people have for
you or that you have for yourself.
ove of Nature
This is one’s strong feeling of caring about nature
and environment.
Rizal family not only had love of country, but also love of
nature. This was shown by the many trees planted around their
house giving them fresh air to breathe. Also, such enable them
to help the environment by doing so.
ndustry
This is defined as the energy and willingness to work
very hard.
ospitality
This value illuminates the act of being friendly,
welcoming and being generous to visitors.
iscipline
The value above is a way of training someone so that they
learn to control their behavior and obey rules.
ove of Learning
It is a strong feeling of pleasure and enjoyment in learning.
esiliency
Explicitly, this is the ability to quickly become strong,
healthy or happy after a difficult situation.
oyalty
This is the quality of remaining faithful to other people.
etermination
Dictionary defines this as having or showing a strong
desire to do something even if it is difficult.
This was the dream that Rizal had envisioned for his
countrymen, for his Fatherland. He studied in prestigious
universities, even went abroad to seek advance knowledge,
committed himself to dedicating all his works for the liberty of his
people, and died for his country. All these he did for the
sovereignty of his land.
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Patience
This is the ability to continue waiting or doing something
over time without becoming angry or anxious.
“On his mother‟s lap, Rizal learned at the age of three the
alphabet and the prayers. As a tutor, Doña Teodora was
patient, conscientious, and understanding.”
espect
Literally, this is the attitude of regarding something or
someone as important so that you treat them in a kind,
polite or careful way.
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Never underestimate
This is to never think of someone as not good, smart or
skillful as they really are.
eligiosity
This means that you believe in your religion strongly and
obey its rules carefully.
rugality
Someone who is frugal is careful to buy only things that are
necessary.
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“I took breakfast, which consisted generally of a dish of
rice and two dried small fish, and I went to class.”
ravery
This describes actions, behaviors or attitudes that are
courageous and confidently done.
ustice
It is the fairness in the way people are treated.
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There was no proper and valid trial, and the punishments laid to
Filipinos were far harsh for their crimes committed.
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Never underestimate.
This is to never think of someone as not good, smart or
skillful as they really are.
eligiosity
This means that you believe in your religion strongly and
obey its rules carefully.
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ove of Learning
It is a strong feeling of pleasure and enjoyment in learning.
ltruism
This is the practice of thinking of the needs and desires of
other people instead of your own.
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oncern
This is a feeling of wanting someone to be happy, safe and
healthy.
bedience
Doing what you are told to do is obedience.
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succeeding events, his obedience may have seen vaguely, his
utmost desire to oblige to whatever that may bring peace to his
family was apparent. Obedience, being a value, should be laid
with the right grounds. We do not always obey, especially if it
would disagree to common good.
oyalty
This is the quality of remaining faithful to other people.
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ignity
It is defined as the respect that other people have for you or
that you have for yourself.
esiliency
Explicitly, this is the ability to quickly become strong,
healthy or happy after a difficult situation.
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illingness to Learn/Attentiveness
This is the act of listening to or watching
someone/something carefully because you are interested in
them.
bedience
Doing what you are told to do is obedience.
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ove of Education
This is a strong feeling of caring about education.
eing Strategic
It is doing a plan to achieve or win something especially in
a hard situation.
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alor
In simple words, it is great courage.
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ndustry
This is the energy and willingness to work very hard.
ourtesy
It shows that you have respect for other people through
displaying a polite behavior.
elpfulness
This is the act of providing useful help in making a
situation better or easier.
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“At the studio of Luna, Rizal spent many happy hours. He
discussed with Luna, the great master of the brush, various
problems on art and improved his own painting technique. He
help Luna by posing as model in several paintings.”
Between Rizal and Luna was a brotherhood beyond
friendship. They shared to each other their knowledge and
exchanged intelligent opinions. Also, they helped each other in
accomplishing their endeavors.
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umility
This is the quality of not being too proud of yourself.
Persistence
This is one’s determination to do something even though it
is difficult or other people oppose it.
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Through Rizal‟s persistence, he started writing Noli Me
Tangere. He was encouraged by the continuous oppression to
his people back in his homeland and inspired by his dream of
alienating their condition through reflecting in a writing the
brutalities of Spanish administration. Without such, Noli Me
Tangere would not have been possible to appear.
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ospitality
This value illuminates the act of being friendly, welcoming
and being generous to visitors.
houghtfulness
This is the act of always thinking of the things you can do
to make people happier and comfortable.
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oncern
This is a feeling of wanting someone to be happy, safe and
healthy.
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enerosity
This is one’s willingness to give his/her resources in order
to help or please someone.
bedience
Doing what you are told to do is obedience.
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Rizal, being a man of intelligence, obliged to the advice
of his parents to do something that contradicted his heart‟s joy.
This was due to the current situation that he was facing and to
the respect that he had for their culture then.
mpartiality
Someone who is not giving special approval or support to
anyone or to any group can be called as impartial.
riendliness
This is the act of behaving towards someone in a way that
shows you like them and are ready to talk to them or to
help them.
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countrysides, discussed topics of common interest, and enjoyed
fencing, shooting, hunting, and painting.”
Friendship here is proven to know no bounds. Two
people, from different bloodlines, bumped into the road of
understanding and brotherhood. Although it was not mentioned
who befriended who, one point is clear – that they both
possessed acceptance of differences and a genuine heart for a
lifelong connection.
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S elflessness
This reflects one’s care for other people more than for
yourself.
If Rizal cared for himself alone, he would not have left the
Philippines where he could practice his profession and build a
rich, carefree life. However, because he thought he lived not
only for himself, but also for others, he halfheartedly left for
Hong Kong.
ove of Learning
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around the spot. He was an eager inquisitor who strived pretty
hard to broaden his perspective through exposing himself to
different realities.
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cceptance
This is the process of allowing someone to become part of
a group or society or to contemplate on things that cannot
be changed anymore.
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Patriotism
A person who is patriotic is someone who has a great love
of his/her country.
Politeness
This is the act of behaving or speaking that is correct for
the social situation you are in and showing that you are
careful to consider others’ needs and feelings.
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Philippine context, we manifest it through saying „po‟ and „opo‟
and through kissing the elders‟ hands.
elpfulness
This is the act of providing useful help in making a
situation better or easier.
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uriosity
This is defined as the desire to learn about or know
something.
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ltruism
This is the practice of thinking of the needs and desires of
other people instead of your own.
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ndustry
This is the energy and willingness to work very hard.
eadership
It embodies the quality of being good at leading a team or
any group.
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Rizal was enthusiastic in creating a condition where his
fellowmen could feel freedom and determination to achieve
some common good. His being a leader marked his battles
against Spanish tyrannies. Today, being a leader is the
underlying pin of success in various endeavors.
ope
This is the feeling or belief that something you want is
likely to happen.
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rugality
Someone who is frugal is careful to buy only things that are
necessary.
ighteousness
It is an attribute that implies that a person's actions are
justified, and can have the connotation that the person has
been "judged" or "reckoned" as leading a life that is
pleasing to God.
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and, with modesty and sincerity, he gave the credit for the
adoption of this new orthography to Dr. Trinidad H. Pardo de
Tavera.”
dealism
It is the theory that an object of external perception, in itself
or as perceived, consists of ideas.
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cceptance
This is the process of allowing someone to become part of
a group or society or to contemplate on things that cannot
be changed anymore.
riendship
This is the bond brought about by people behaving towards
someone in a way that shows they like him/her.
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“Fortunately, Antonio Luna, when he became sober,
realized that he had made a fool of himself during his drunken
state. He apologized for his bad remarks about the Nelly
Boustead. Rizal immediately accepted his apology and the two
became good friends again.”
Friendship bridges gaps between people. It unites
division and stitches patches on misunderstandings. Apparently,
between Rizal and Luna, a genuine friendship was born,
stronger even, after their aborted duel. Rizal tried to understand
the circumstances which put Luna to such an illogical state. To
reciprocate his broadmindedness, he paid the right apology.
orgiving
This is the act of understanding how things happen so one
can easily forgive them.
allantry
It is a polite attention given to women by men.
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Rizal lived his life in the name of his family, his loved
ones, his country. He was willing to sacrifice his own for the
safety and purity of his people. All that he had done was
dedicated to them. He showed true gallantry in fighting Spanish
brutalities and defending his loved ones from cruel attacks.
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riendliness
This is the act of behaving towards someone in a way that
shows you like them and are ready to talk to them or to
help them.
enevolence
This is the quality of being kind or generous.
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Rizal always considers first the goodness of the others
than himself. He always sacrifices his own happiness and safety
just to make sure that all of his friends and family and also his
fellowmen are always in good. He always makes his disposition
to be good.
ravery/courage
etermination
Dictionary defines this as having or showing a strong
desire to do something even if it is difficult.
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evotion
It is the strong feeling of love that you show by paying a lot
of attention to someone or something.
iligence
This is the quality of working hard and carefully.
E mpathy
It is the ability to understand other people’s problems and
feelings.
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“I am extremely surprised at your letter, telling me about
resentments, disagreements, and reconciliations, etc. I believe it
is useless to talk about what does not exist….”
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etermination/Persistence
Dictionary defines this as having or showing a strong
desire to do something even if it is difficult.
riendship
This is the bond brought about by people behaving towards
someone in a way that shows they like him/her.
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Ventura. Without the help of Ventura, El Fili would not be
published and recognized.
ratitude
It is the feeling of being thankful.
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E loquence
This is being able to express one’s ideas or opinions well
especially in a way that influences people.
E mpathy
It is the ability to understand other people’s problems and
feelings.
“A man ought to die for duty and his principles. I hold fast
to every idea which I have advanced as to the condition and
future of our country, and shall willingly die for it….”
ratitude
It is the feeling of being thankful.
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“Whatever my fate I shall die blessing it and longing for
the dawn of its redemption.”
ope
This is the feeling or belief that something you want is
likely to happen.
dealism
It is the theory that an object of external perception, in itself
or as perceived, consists of ideas.
“Rizal and his sister Lucia, left Hong Kong for Manila.”
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ill-Power
It is someone’s strong desire to do or achieve something.
houghtfulness
This is the act of always thinking of the things you can do
to make people happier and comfortable.
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emperance
It is one’s sensible control of the things that he/she says or
does.
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harity
This is one’s kindness or sympathy that he/she shows to
other people.
N obility
It is the quality of being morally good or generous in a way
that should be admired.
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He deeply loved this place and he did everything just to
serve the people by using his God-given talents.
ove/Faith in God
This exemplifies one’s belief and trust in God.
emperance
It is one’s sensible control of the things that he/she says or
does.
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Despite the strong doubtful emotion of Rizal, he
remained relax and rather became hospitable to accept the spy.
umility
This is the quality of not being too proud of yourself.
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Satisfaction
This is a feeling of happiness or pleasure for having
achieved something that you want.
oncern
This is a feeling of wanting someone to be happy, safe and
healthy.
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remain united and old intimacy will reign in it. You two are that
unites all of us.”
Rizal never had forgotten his love for his family. Although
he was too focused on the benefit of his countrymen, he did not
cease caring for his family. Indeed, he was a family-oriented
man, a man of honor and love for his roots.
rust
It is a strong belief of honesty and goodness.
ustice
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in the hazards of war and abandoning all my business. I am
innocent and now in reward they are sending me to prison!”
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ravery
This is courageous spirit of conduct.
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Rizal showed his bravery when he willingly wanted to
give his countrymen the justice that they deserve.
rust
Trust is a strong belief of happiness and goodness.
Rizal put his trust and faith in God when he took heart in
overcoming the world of accusations.
onesty
This is the quality of being what you appear to be so that
you say what you think and show what you feel.
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S elflessness
This reflects one’s care for other people more than for
yourself.
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Martyrdom at Bagumbayan
cceptance
This is the process of allowing someone to become part of
a group or society or to contemplate on things that cannot
be changed anymore.
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Rizal showed his love and appreciation to his family
when heknelt down before her mother and kissed her hands to
express his love, respect and appreciation for her.
ear in God
This talks about leading a good life and following the rules
of one’s religion.
Rizal put his trust to only God and asked for God‟s
forgiveness of his sins.
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umility
This is the quality of not being too proud of you.
“Task you for 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
plenitude of my conscience.”
onesty
This is the quality of being what you appear to be so that
you say what you think and show what you feel.
Rizal did not deny anything about the writings that he did
and that he was innocent of the crime of rebellion.
ourage
This is a brave spirit of conduct.
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Rizal showed that he was not afraid to die.
“The death ruffles of the drums filled the air. Above the
drum-beats, the sharp command “Fire” was heard, and the guns
of the firing squad barked. Rizal, with supreme effort, turned his
bullet-riddled body to the right, and fell on the ground dead –
with face upward facing the morning sun. It was exactly 7:03 in
the morning when he died in the bloom of manhood – aged 35
years, five months, and 11 days.”
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