Rizal Law Republic Act 1425 Rizal Bill – authored by Claro M. Recto Sponsored by Sen. Jose P. Laurel Ratified on June 26, 1956 Signed by President Magsaysay Implemented on August 15, 1956
Rizal Law I nclude the study of the life and works of Rizal in public and private schools
Rizal Law The law appreciated Rizal for igniting the thought of independence, freedom and nationalism which caused him to lose his life.
To Inculcate Good moral Character Self-discipline Civic Consciousness Responsibilities of a Filipino Citizen Principle of Freedom Objectives of Rizal Law
Choosing the National Hero Head: William Howard Taft American members: W. Morgan Shuster Bernard Moses Dean Worsester Henry Clay Ide
Choosing the National Hero Filipino members: Trinidad Padro Tavera Gregorio Araneta Cayetano Arellano Jose Luzuriaga
The commission of United States headed William Howard Taft chose Rizal as the National Hero because most Filipino people and even from other countries has a high regard for him.
Criteria Filipino Already Dead Great love for country Good Temperance Died in a dramatic way
Choices for National Hero Marcelo H. Del Pilar Graciano Lopez Jaena Jose Rizal Antonio Luna Emilio Jacinto
Reasons for Choosing Rizal a. First Filipinos to encourage the country to unite and fight against the Spanish b. Role model for peaceful revolution
Reasons for Choosing Rizal c. He is recognized, admired and respected by the Filipinos until now.
If you would chose a hero to be your inspiration and role model, who would it be and why ? What would be your criteria? Reflection