CHAPTER One: REACHING OUT OUR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

LESSON 2: DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF A FILIPINO CHRISTIAN STUDENT A RESPONSE TO THE CHALLENGE OF R.A. 9163

THE FILIPINO IDENTITY: RATIONALE

To become a better Filipino is a challenge for every Filipino

A way of life that each of one must imbibe

A kind of character that is deeply rooted in the core values of being

MABUTI, MAGALING, & MAY MALASAKIT SA KAPWA MAKABAYAN, MAKATAO, MAKAKALIKASAN, & MAKADIYOS

This character challenges us to become

THE FILIPINO IDENTITY: DISCUSSION

Nationalism

Our ability to live according to our identity as Filipinos Our knowledge of WHO we are & WHAT we are is the starting point of our sense of nationalism

Our sense of nationalism is always attached with our patriotism Patriotism means to stand by the country. It does not mean to stand by the president, or any other public official, save exactly to the degree in which he himself stands by the country. It is patriotic to support him insofar as he efficiently serves the country. It is unpatriotic not to support him to the exact extent that by inefficiency or otherwise he fails in his duty. In either event, it is unpatriotic not to tell the truth, whether about the president or any one else. (Theodore Roosevelt)

To stand by our country demands that

We do everything that will

Alleviate the condition of our people To make our country great & powerful

To be patriotic is

To always desire the good of our country

A. MAKABAYAN

The depth and extent of our being MAKABAYAN depends so much in our understanding of our history, culture, tradition, & the laws of our land.

Being Filipinos we are expected to know by heart the songs Lupang Hinirang and Pilipinas Kong Mahal. These two songs remind us of our Filipino identity our sense of nationalism.

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND

The Philippine National Anthem (Lupang Hinirang)

Speaks about our identity as Filipinos as well as our history as a Filipino nation It tells how much our forefathers have willingly themselves for the realization of our freedom

Lupang Hinirang

Composed by Julian Felipe and completed it on June 11, 1898 Jose Palmas Spanish poem Filipinas became the words of the anthem, and its official lyrics interpreted by Felipe de Leon from its original Spanish lyrics in the early 1900s

R.A. 8491 An Act Prescribing the Code of the National Flag, Anthem, Motto, Coat of Arms, and Other Heraldic Items and Devices of the Philippines

Sec. 1 the Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines (short title) Sec. 2 (Declaration of Policy)

Reverence & respect shall at all times be accorded the national flag, the anthem, and other national symbols which embody the national ideals and traditions and which express the principles of sovereignty and national solidarity.

Sec. 3 (Definition of Terms)

Military all branches of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, including the Philippine National Police, the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology, and the Bureau of Fire Protection Festoon shall mean to hang in a curved shape between two points as decoration Flag the Philippine National Flag, unless stated otherwise

Sec. 3 (Definition of Terms)

Fly the part of the flag outside the hoist or length Symbol any conventional sign which reveals mans achievement and heroism (for others and decorations), identification, authority, and a sign of dignity (for coat-of-arms, logo & insignia) Half-mast lowering the flag to one-half the distance between the top & bottom of the staff

Sec. 3 (Definition of Terms)

Hoist the part of the flag nearest the staff or the canvass to which the halyard is attached Inclement Weather that a typhoon signal is raised in the locality National Anthem the Philippine National Anthem Official Residences Malacanang, and other government-owned structures where the President resides, and other structures occupied by the Philippine Consulate or Embassies abroad

Sec. 3 (Definition of Terms)

Places of Frivolity places of hilarity marked by or providing boisterous merriment or recreation Institute the National Historical Institute

CHAPTER 1 THE NATIONAL FLAG

A. Design of the National Flag (Section 4) B. Hoisting & Display of the National Flag

Sec. 5 displayed in all public buildings, official residences, public plazas, & institutions of learning everyday throughout the year Sec. 6 The flag shall be permanently hoisted day & night throughout the year, in front of the following:

At Malacanang Palace The Congress of the Philippines building

B. Hoisting & Display of the National Flag

Sec. 6 The flag shall be permanently hoisted day & night throughout the year, in front of the following:

Supreme Court building The Rizal Monument in Luneta Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit, Cavite Barasoain Shrine in Malolos, Bulacan The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Libingan ng mga Bayani

B. Hoisting & Display of the National Flag

Sec. 6 The flag shall be permanently hoisted day & night throughout the year, in front of the following:

Musoleo de los Beteranos dela Revolucion All international Ports of Entry All other places as may be designated by the Institute The flag shall be properly illuminated at night

B. Hoisting & Display of the National Flag

Sec. 7. The flag shall also be displayed in private buildings and residences or raised in the open on flag-staffs in front of said buildings every

April 9 (Araw ng Kagitingan) May 1 (Labor Day) May 28 (National Flag Day) to June 12 (Independence Day) Last Sunday of August (National Heroes Day) November 30 (Bonifacio Day)

B. Hoisting & Display of the National Flag

Sec. 7. The flag shall also be displayed in private buildings and residences or raised in the open on flag-staffs in front of said buildings every December 30 (Rizal Day) On such other days as may be declared by the President and/or local chief executives

B. Hoisting & Display of the National Flag

Sec. 10 The flag if flown from a flagpole, shall have its blue field on top in time of peace, and red field on top in time of war; if in a hanging position, the blue field shall be to the right (left of the observer) in time of peace, and the red field to the right (left of the observer ) in time of war.

B. Hoisting & Display of the National Flag

Sec. 14 A flag worn out through wear and tear, shall not be thrown away. It shall be solemnly burned to avoid misuse or desecration. The flag shall be replaced immediately when it begins to show signs of wear and tear

C. Conduct of Flag Raising Ceremony

Sec. 18 All government offices & educational institutions shall henceforth observe the flag-raising ceremony every Monday morning, and the flag lowering ceremony every Friday morning. The ceremony shall be simple and dignified, and shall include the playing or singing of the Philippine National Anthem.

C. Conduct of Flag Raising Ceremony

Sec. 20 The observance of the flag ceremony in official or civic gatherings shall be simple & dignified, & shall include the playing or singing of the anthem in its original Filipino lyrics and march tempo.

D. Half-Mast

Sec. 23. as a sign of mourning on all the buildings & places where is it displayed, on the day of official announcement of the death of any of its following of the following officials:

President/Former President, 10 days

Vice President/Chief Justice, President of the Senate, & Speaker of the House of Representatives 7 days Other persons to be determined by the Institute, for any period less than 7 days.

E. Casket

Sec. 24 to cover the caskets of the honored dead of the military, veterans of previous wars, national artists, and of civilians who have rendered distinguished service to the nation, as may be determined by the local government unit concerned.

E. Casket

Sec. 24 the white triangle shall be placed at the head, and the blue portion shall cover the right side of the caskets. The flag shall not be lowered to the grave or allowed to touch the ground, but shall be folded solemnly, and handed over to the heirs of the deceased.

F. Pledge to the Flag

Sec. 25 Pledge of Allegiance to the Philippine Flag Ako ay Pilipino Buong katapatang nanunumpa Sa watawat ng Pilipinas At sa bansang kanyang sinasagisag Na may dangal, katarungan at kalayaan Na pinakikilos ng sambayanang Maka-Diyos,Maka-tao, Makakalikasan, at Makabansa

G. Flag Days

Sec. 26 From May 28 to June 12, Flag Days - All offices, agencies and instrumentalities of government, business establishments, institutions of learning, and private homes are enjoined to display the flag.

I. Prohibited Acts

Sec. 34 Prohibited

To mutilate, deface, defile, trample on or cast contempt, or commit any act or omission casting dishonor or ridicule upon the flag or over its surface To dip the flag to any person or object by way of compliment or salute

To use the flag:

As drapery, festoon, tablecloth; As covering for ceilings, walls, statues or other objects; As a pennant in the hood, side, back and top of motor vehicles; As a staff or whip; For unveiling monuments or statues, and As trademarks, or for industrial, commercial or agricultural labels/designs

To display the flag:

Under any painting or picture Horizontally face-up. It shall be hoisted aloft & be allowed to fall freely; Below any platform, or In discotheques, cockpits, night and day clubs, casinos, gambling joints & places of vice or where frivolity prevails.

To wear the flag in whole or in part as a costume or uniform; To add any word, figure, mark, picture, design, drawings, advertisement, or imprint of any nature on the flag; To print, paint, or attach representation of the flag on handkerchiefs, napkins, cushions, and other articles of merchandise;

To display in public any foreign flag, except in embassies & other diplomatic establishments, & in offices of international organizations; To use, display, or be part of any advertisement or infomercial; and To display the flag in front of buildings or offices occupied by aliens.

CHAPTER II. THE NATIONAL ANTHEM

See National Anthem slide

The National Flag

See Flag of the Philippines slide

Symbolism of the Philippine Flag

Blue Field peace, truth and justice Red Field patriotism and valor White Triangle equality and fraternity Eight Rays of the Yellow Sun the original eight provinces that started the Philippine Revolution against Spanish rule Three Yellow Stars Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao

Characteristics of Being Makabayan

1. Pro-Country

Bayan Muna may tunay na malasakit sa ating bansa at sa kapwa Pilipino

2. Love of Country

It is our inherent responsibility Deepening our sense our sense of nationalism and patriotism

To love our country

To live according to our being a Filipino

Clearly stipulated in our constitution

Revealed in our culture, tradition and expressed in our language

Being a Filipino

Expressed and articulated in the 1987 Constitution

In the Preamble

The Basic Values Movement (BVM)

Identified 16 Values contained in the Preamble Objectives

To improve moral standards in the country Enhancing efforts towards the vision of a just and humane society As envisioned in the 1987 Constitution

Shared Mission of the Basic Values Movement

1. To build awareness and appreciation of the 16 basic values enshrined in the Constitution 2. To live these values in ones daily life as an individual, family, or institution 3. To promote the same values among those who come in contact with

The Preamble and its Values

See PREAMBLE

16 Basic Values

1.

Unity

2. Patriotism 3. Faith in God 4. Work 5. Respect for Life 6. Respect for Law and Government 7. Truth 8. Justice

9. Freedom 10. Love 11. Equality 12. Peace 13. Promotion of the Common Good 14. Concern for family and future generations 15. Concern for the environment 16. Order

Characteristics of Being Makabayan

3. Actively involved

To take an active part in the progress and development of ones country

Ask not what your country can do for you (John F. Kennedy)

B. Makatao

Recognizes his Social responsibility towards Others

Becoming a man for others The good of the other person in the context of what is just and what is right Filipinos are more personal in dealing with others. Filipinos look at the other person as TAO.

Treats others as co-equal

Makakalikasan

Responsible Stewardship

To have authority means to take care of the rest of creation (Genesis 1:28).

Care and Protection of the Environment

Our environment plays a vital role in our life

It is our responsibility to take care of our environment.

MakaDiyos

Our Filipino identity is strengthened by our faith in the one true God. Our continuous quest of becoming makatao, makabayan, makakalikasan, at makaDiyos is also a continuing challenge for all of us to become mabuti, magaling, at may malasakit sa kapwa.