Success Through History Essay

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Success through history
1. The nature of history and lack thereof
History is the study of past events. It is usually recorded and the writer narrates taking into account every detail of events and time. A student is mostly supposed to study history. The history that was written or narrated marks significant events, time persons or groups and made great contributions to our country. History gives us knowledge, learning and enlightment. My professor told us those people in the past considered events through signs from heaven and they could perceive something good or bad was to happen, e.g. Typhoon. Although if there is a typhoon that is happening they will consider they saw the sign even if they are not experiencing the typhoon. They believe …show more content…

History happens with specific time and it cannot be separated from it.

6. The use of history in relation to life
History is made possible by many written events and experiences that have impact in life. In my view I consider bad and painful happenings of the past that are useful to my present life. They cannot determine the present but can lead to better future. Since nothing is perfect, imperfection is similar to Karl Marx idea on communism which means a ”perfect society” is not applicable. The difficulties experienced by human beings are categorized into two; a helpful tool to succession or a harmful tool to failure.

Being a student and a Filipino living in this country, there are many usage of history. History can lead to betterment of our lives as it is dependent variable on capabilities and capacities. The history of our Philippine hero, Doctor Jose P. Rizal; his life history has a big impact in our life especially in our nation. He contributed in obtaining freedom from Spaniards. He wrote novels like Noli Me Tangere and El to enlighten Filipinos. He never used arms but wrote novels that inspired freedom

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