10 MASTERPIECE OF
RIZAL
NOLI ME TANGERE
(TOUCH ME NOT)
"Nais kong patunayan sa mga nagsasabing wala tayong pagmamahal sa bayan na
marunong tayong mamatay para sa ating mga paniniwala at para sa ating Inang Bayan."
Written in 1887 by Rizal, during the Spanish colonization of the
Philippines.
Title means "Touch Me Not" in Latin.
Main character: Crisostomo Ibarra returns from Europe and discovers the
abuse of power by friars and officials.
Rizal wanted to open the eyes of Filipinos to the truth.
Aims to expose injustice, corruption, and abuse.
Dedicated to the Filipino people, especially those who suffered and died
without justice.
Also dedicated to the Motherland ("Inang Bayan").
EL FILIBUSTERISMO (THE
REIGN OF GREED)
Sequel to Noli Me Tangere by Dr. José Rizal
Published in 1891 in Ghent, Belgium
Follows Crisostomo Ibarra, now Simoun, seeking
revenge against a corrupt system
Darker and revolutionary in tone compared to Noli
Rizal aimed to awaken Filipinos to injustice under
Spanish rule
Advocated revolution when peaceful reform failed
Dedicated to GOMBURZA (Gómez, Burgos, Zamora)
Real-Life Parallel - Martial Law (1972–1981)
MI ÚLTIMO ADIÓS (MY LAST FAREWELL)
A poem wrote by Dr. José Rizal
His final farewell to the Philippines on the eve of his
execution on December 30, 1896
Rizal’s final poem is a timeless declaration of love
and sacrifice, written in the face of death to awaken
a nation under colonial oppression.
To express his deep love for his country
The poem was dedicated as a parting gift to the
Filipino people
Advocated revolution when peaceful reform failed
Real-Life Parallel - Parents
TO THE FILIPINO YOUTH (A LA JUVENTUD
FILIPINA)
Written in 1879 by Jose Rizal at the age of 18
A poem encouraging young Filipinos to study,
work hard, and help improve the country.
To inspire the youth to be active, educated, and
proud of their role in the future of the
Philippines.
Rizal dedicated this poem to the Filipino youth,
whom he called the “fair hope of the
motherland.”
Today’s youth are active in school, community
work, and social issues, just like Rizal hoped
THE INDOLENCE OF THE FILIPINO (LA INDOLENCIA DE LOS
FILIPINOS)
Written in 1890, La Indolencia de los Filipinos responds to Spanish claims of
Filipino laziness; Rizal argues that indolence was caused by colonial
oppression, lack of education, and economic hardship and not by nature.
Rizal wrote this to refute racist stereotypes, expose the true roots of societal
decline, and advocate for reform, justice, and Filipino empowerment.
It was addressed to both the Filipino people under colonial rule and Spanish
readers, aiming to educate and inspire both groups.
Like Rizal’s time, people today often blame poverty on laziness; for example,
a hardworking rural student may struggle in school not from indolence, but
due to lack of resources—just as colonized Filipinos lacked opportunity.
THE PHILIPPINES A CENTURY HENCE (FILIPINAS DENTRO DE
CIEN AÑOS)
• Written by Rizal between 1889 and 1890.
• This four-part essay was published in the Filipino reformist
newspaper La Solidaridad in Spain.
• It serves as both a forecast and a message of hope, calling for
reforms to avoid revolution.
• this essay was meant for the Filipino people, especially the
illustrados, to spark unity, pride, and the pursuit of perform
and independence.
LETTER TO THE YOUNG WOMEN OF
MALOLOS
• In 1888, a group of young women in Malolos,
Bulacan petitioned the Spanish Governor-General
to open a night school so they could learn Spanish.
They were denied at first, but they stood firm,
despite pressure from friars and even their own
families.
• Rizal urges the women to be strong, wise, and
independent.
• To honor and support the brave women of
Malolos who fought for their right to education.
• Dedicated to the 20 young women's of malolos.
• Real life Parallel - Girls in rural or conservative
areas.
JUNTO AL PASIG
Written by José Rizal in 1880, it’s a one-act play about a boy named
Leonido resisting the temptations of Satan along the Pasig River.
Rizal wrote it to promote Christian values and subtly criticize moral
corruption during Spanish rule.
The play was dedicated to the Virgin Mary and performed for her feast
day on December 8.
Like Leonido, modern youth face temptations, such as peer pressure to
cheat or do wrong, but can choose to do what is right.
“ THE TRIUMPH OF SCIENCE OVER
DEATH
“ THE TRIUMPH OF SCIENCE OVER DEATH ,”ASLO KNOWN AS
SCIIENTIA IS A CLAY SCULPTURE CREATED BY JOSE RIZAL IN 1890.
THE SCULPTURE DEPICTS A YOUNG, NUDE WOMAN WITH FLOWING HAIR, STANDING ON A
SKULL WHILE HOLDING A TORCH. THE WOMAN SYMBOLIZES HUMANITY'S IGNORANCE
DURING THE DARK AGES, WHILE THE TORCH REPRESENTS THE ENLIGHTENMENT THAT
SCIENCE BRINGS TO THE WORLD.
RIZAL CREATED THE SCULPTURE AS A GIFT TO HIS FRIEND, FERDINAND BLUMENTRITT, A
CZECH ANTHROPOLOGIST AND RIZAL'S CLOSE CONFIDANTE.
THE TRIUMPH OF SCIENCE OVER DEATH
"The Triumph of Science over Death" resonates with
real-life situations where scientific advancements
have dramatically improved human health and well-
being.
A DIALOGUE BETWEEN THE STUDENTS AND THE
TEACHERS (EL CONSEJO DE LOS DIOSES)
• Written by José Rizal in 1879 when he was 18 years old.
• The play is an allegorical literary debate among Olympian gods discussing the
greatest writers in history.
• Rizal aimed to showcase Filipino intellectual equality and promote critical
thinking and moral values in literature.
• Although not explicitly stated, it's inferred that Rizal aimed this at Filipino youth
and Spanish authorities.
• The comparison to modern classroom debates about influential figures is a
relevant, creative analogy.
Q&A
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El Filibusterismo by Jose Rizal - Reading Guide: 9780143106395 -
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Rizal, José. Noli Me Tangere (1887)
National Historical Commission of the Philippines
Zaide, Gregorio. José Rizal: Life, Works and Writings
www.nhcp.gov.ph
www.joserizal.ph
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