Noli Me Tangere Summary

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Thought Paper on the Perspective of Noli me Tangere
Group II-round 2

Introduction

Noli Me Tángere is a novel written by José Rizal, one of the national heroes of the Philippines during the colonization of the country by Spain with a sole purpose of exposing the inequities of the Spanish officials and friars. Originally written in Spanish, the book was published and read in the Philippines in either Tagalog or English translations from the original Spanish version.
Noli me Tangere is the Latin version of a phrase spoken, according to John 20:17, by Jesus to Mary Magdalene when she recognized him after his resurrection. A loose translation into English would be "don't tread on me" or "don't touch me" is better represented in translation as …show more content…

Jose Rizal is of great importance that students understand the rationale behind having to take up a Rizal course in college. Senator Jose P. Laurel, the person who sponsored the said law said that since Rizal was the founder of Philippine nationalism and has contributed much to the freedom that we rightfully claimed by virtue of our nationality and living in a free country. It is only right that the youth as well as all the people in the country must know and learn to imbibe the great ideals for which he fought and died for. The Rizal Law, enacted in 1956, seeks to accomplish various goals which includes among others to appreciate the ideals of nationalism and in shaping the Filipino character, to teach patriotism and recognize the importance of Rizal’s ideals and teachings in relation to present conditions and situations in the society. This life lessons and nation building are not handed down like that of a food in a spoon for the learners. It will take time, patience and critical discourses before realization will subsume their consciousness. It is also important to include the discussion on the Philippine situation during the time of Rizal and his collaboration with other Filipino heroes. Students must be made aware of his source of inspiration and his enlightenment after his rigorous study in Europe. His vision of a mature, hard-working and studious nation should capture the interest of the young learners who are in short of role

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