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1. CHAPTER 2 JOSE RIZAL'S GENEALOGY A Name Destined to Be a Legend

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3. The Genesis : Genealogy is the study of ancestry and family histories. An expert in this field is called a genealogi s t. The chapter traces the origin and history of the name of the martyr national hero of the Philippines, Jo s e Protacio Real o nd a Alonso Mercado Rizal, known to be "a child of a good family. He was born on June 19, 1861, between eleven and twelve in the evening, a few days before the full moon in Calamba, on the southwest shore of the picturesque Laguna de Bay," some forty miles south of M anila . The name Calamba was derived from kalan a nd banga. This is probably because the place is known for clay pottery. On June 22, 1861 Rizal was baptized by Fr. Rafina Collantes, while Fr. Pedro Casañas stood as Rizul's godfather. CHAPTER 2 : JOSE RIZAL'S GENEALOGY

4. The Mercado Family Francisco Mercado (1818 - 1898) Teodora Alonzo (1826 - 1911) Saturnina Mercado (1850 - 1913) Narcisa Mercado (1852 - 1939) Lucia Mercado (1857 - 1919) Jose Mercado (1881 - 1896) Josefa Mercado (1865 - 1945) Soledad Mercado (1870 - 1929) Paciano Mercado (1851 - 1930) Olympia Mercado (1855 - 1887) Maria Mercado (1859 - 1945) Conception Mercado ( 1859 - 1945 ) Trinidad Mercado (1865 - 1951)

5. CHAPTER 2 JOSE RIZAL'S GENEALOGY The Chinese Ancestry of Rizal The Mercado Clan The Alonso C l an

6. The Chinese Ancestry of Rizal Rizal Paternal Ancestor: Dominggo Lam-co Dominggo Lam-co background: - also known by his Chinese name Cua Yi-Lam (“Ke Yi-Nan” in Mandarin) - Born in the village of Zhangguo (“Siongque” in Hokkien) in Jinjiang County (now a city), Quanzhou City, Fujian province. - He was baptized in the Parian church of San Gabriel in a Sunday in June 1897. -The names of Lam-co's parents were recorded as Siang-co and Zun-nio, titles denoting respect akin to Spanish titles Don and Doña. - Lam-co possibly had some knowledge of Christianity before leaving China, influenced by the presence of missions in his native region.

7. The Chinese Ancestry of Rizal Rizal Paternal Ancestor: Dominggo Lam-co Social Circles: - Lam-co developed friendships with influential Dominicans upon settling in Manila, notably Friar Francisca Marquez and Prince Juan Caballero. - These relationships significantly impacted Lam-co's life and the fortunes of his descendants, facilitating his settlement in Binondo and influencing business affairs. Marriage and Family: - Lam-co married Ines de la Rosa in the Parian church, further solidifying his ties within the community. - Ines de la Rosa's father was Agustin Chin-co, and her mother's name remains unidentified. - Agustin Chin-co and Jacinta Rafaela had several children: Magdalena Vergara, Josepha, Cristoval de la Trinidad, Juan Batista, Fracisco Hong- Sun, and Inez de la Rosa.

8. CHAPTER 2 JOSE RIZAL'S GENEALOGY The Chinese Ancestry of Rizal The Mercado Clan The Alonso C l an

9. The Mercado Clan Francisco Mercado y Chinco: Background: - Francisco Mercado y Chinco, father of Jose Rizal. - A prosperous landowner, sugar planter, and descendant of Chinese Filipinos. - Born in Hiñan, youngest of thirteen siblings. - His father, Captain Juan Mercado, was a prominent figure in Bitian. - Married Bernarda Monicha. Education and Achievements: - Francisco Mercado studied at the College of San Jose in Manila, specializing in Latin and Philosophy. - Initially a tenant farmer in Calamba, he later attained wealth, built a fine library, and cultivated friendships with government officials. -The Mercado name held high honor in Laguna due to the family's history and the reputation of Captain Juan Mercado.

10. The Mercado Clan Francisco Mercado y Chinco: Cultural Influence: - Francisco Mercado's surname reflects the Chinese custom of choosing names with significant meanings. - The Mercado family's cultural heritage combines Chinese and Filipino influences. - Francisco's upbringing and achievements contributed to the family's social standing and reputation in Laguna.

11. The Mercado Clan Francisco Mercado y Chinco: Siblings Pertrona Potenciana Tomasa Basilisa Fausta Francisco Cornelio Gabino Leoncio Casimiro Gabriel Julian Gregorio

12. CHAPTER 2 JOSE RIZAL'S GENEALOGY The Chinese Ancestry of Rizal The Mercado Clan The Alonso C l an

13. The Alonso C l an Teodora Alonso: Background: - Mother of Jose Rizal. - Second daughter of Brigida de Quintos, granddaughter of Manuel de Quintos, and Regina Ursua an affluent family in Pangasinan. - Representative in the Spanish Courts and a pious Catholic, being a Knight of the Order of Isabella Education and Achievements: - Highly educated woman born on November 14, 1827, and died on August 16, 1911. - Attended Colegio de Santa Rosa, possessed business acumen, and had literary talents. - Proficient in literature, art, music, and Tagalog poetry. - Encouraged Jose Rizal's literary pursuits, influenced his career as a novelist and poet. - Gifted mathematician, gourmet cook, interior decorator, and book collector.

14. The Alonso C l an Teodora Alonso: Influential Connections: - Ilocano-Tagalog-Chinese-Spanish descent, possibly with Japanese ancestry. - Family had distinguished members like uncle Jose Florentino, who served in the Spanish Cortes. - Jose Alberto Alonso, also from the Alonso clan, received the Knight of the Grand Order from Queen Isabella. Language Proficiency: - Masterful command of the Spanish language in the Philippines.

15. The Alonso C l an Teodora Alonso : Siblings Narcisa Gregorio Manuel Jose Brigida de Quintos: Mother of Teodora Siblings Joaquina de Quintos Jose Soler de Quintos Maria Victoria de Quintos:

16. The Destined Name

17. The Destined Name History seldom accounts for the origin of the name Jose. For one reason or another, there was no confirmation as to where it originated. Although some would say Jose was named after St. Joseph, the foster father of Jesus in keeping with the Catholic tradition then of naming a child after a saint," but it could be a mere speculation.

18. The Destined Name From Jose Rizal's maternal side, there were members of the cian named Jose; one of the brothers of Teodora was Jose, one of the brothers of Brigida de Quintos (mother of Teodora Alonso and grandmother of Jose Rizal) was Jose Soler, and one of the brothers of Regina Ursus (Teodora Alonso's grandmother and Jose Rizal's great-grandmother) was also named Jose.

19. The Destined Name Seemingly Jose was named after one of them, most likely his uncle Jose Florentino who was elected to the Spanish Cortes

20. The Royal Decree of 1849: The Claveria List

21. The Royal Decree of 1849: The Claveria List Implementation of the Royal Decree of 1849: - Initiated by Governor Narciso Claveria y Zaldua to address surname confusion among Filipinos. - The decree, issued on November 21, 1849, allowed natives to choose or be assigned Spanish surnames. - Family names were crucial for taxation, population management, and governmental record-keeping. - Some Filipino descendants of rajahs and noblemen retained their names and privileges under Spanish rule. - Claveria's efforts contributed to the development of Philippine genealogy and civil society identity .

22. The Royal Decree of 1849: The Claveria List Naming of Jose Rizal and Family Name Adoption: - The name "Rizal" was not from the government's list but was chosen for its appropriateness by Francisco Rizal, Jose Rizal's father. - "Rizal" originated from "Ricial," meaning rice field, and was altered by Francisco. - To mitigate confusion, Francisco compromised on "Rizal-Mercado," while Teodora Realonda Alonso, Jose Rizal's mother, adopted the name "Realonda." - Jose Protacio Rizal's baptismal record reflected his parents as Francisco Rizal Mercado and Teodora Realonda Alonso.

23. The Sibling Saturnina (1850 - 1913) Narcisa (1852 - 1939) Lucia (1857 - 1919) Jose (1881 - 1896) Josefa (1865 - 1945) Soledad (1870 - 1929) Paciano (1851 - 1930) Olympia (1855 - 1887) Maria (1859 - 1945) Conception (1859 - 1945 ) Trinidad (1865 - 1951) Jose Rizal Sibling

24. The Siblings Saturnina (1850 - 1913): -Oldest sibling, married to Manuel Hidalgo. -She published Pascual H. Poblete's Tagalog translation of the Noli Me Tangere. Paciano (1851 - 1930): - Oldest boy, acted as a second father to Jose Rizal. - Managed family lands, joined the revolutionary army, rose to Major General. - Married Severina Decena, had two children, including a daughter who married her first cousin. Narcisa (1852 - 1939): - Married Antonio Lopez, known as Doña Sisa. - Had nine children, including Leoncio, a physician and professor.

25. The Siblings Olympia (1855 - 1887) : - Married Silvestre Ubaldo, a telegraph operator. - Had a son named Aristeo, a retired physician and professor . Lucia (1857 - 1919) : - Married Mariano Herbosa of Calamba. - Had children, including Delfina and Jose. Maria (1859 - 1945) : - Married Daniel Faustino Cruz of Binan, Laguna. -First Filipina to bring home an international beauty title. - Had children, including Mauricio and Gemma Cruz, an international beauty titleholder.

26. The Siblings Jose (1881 - 1896) : - Second son and seventh child, the national hero of the Philippines. Conception (1859 - 1945 ): - Known as Concha, died at the age of three. Josefa (1865 - 1945) : - Did not marry.

27. The Siblings Trinidad (1865 - 1951): -Did not marry. . Soledad (1870 - 1929): - Youngest sibling, married to Pantaleon Quintero. - studied at La Concordia College. - Had children, including Amelia, married to Bernabe Malvar, son of General Miguel Malvar .

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