Lesson 1 Pre Colonial Contemporary

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Geographic, Linguistic and ethnic

dimensions of Philippine literary history


from pre-colonial to contemporary

MS. RHICA B. GENERAL


PRE-SPANISH LITERATURE

Folk tales
These are made up of stories about life, adventure, love, horror, and humor
where one can derive lessons.
An example of this is THE SUN AND THE MOON

THE SUN AND THE MOON


(Tingguian folk tale)

In the olden days, like the moon, the sun had also star children which were
yellowish in color, very bright and very hot.
The star children of the moon, however, were reddish and cool. That moon was
scared that his stars would wither and die if they play with the star children of
the sun.
PRE-SPANISH LITERATURE

The moon suggested to the sun that they kill their children who were
crowding the heavens with their number.
When the sun had killed her children, the moon merely hid behind the
clouds.

In the evening, when the clouds faded, the moon stars appeared.
This angered the sun so he gave chase to the moon. Thus, when he overtakes
the moon, we have the so-called eclipse.
Every morning, the sun kills the moon stars that he catches.
Until now, this chase continues and because the moon still continues…
PRE-SPANISH LITERATURE
The Epic Age
Epics are long narrative poems in which a series of heroic achievements
or events, usually of a hero, are dealt with at length.

Folk Songs
These are one of the oldest forms of Philippine literature that emerged in
the pre-Spanish period. These songs mirrored the early forms of culture.
Many of these have 12 syllables.

Examples of which are Kundiman, Kumintang o Tagumpay, Ang Dalit


o Imno, Ang Oyayi o Hele, Diana, Soliraning and Talindaw
PRE-SPANISH LITERATURE
Understanding Literary History

Literature in this period may be classified as religious prose and poetry


and secular prose and poetry.

Spanish Influences on Philippine Literature


The first Filipino alphabet, called ALIBATA, was replaced by the
Roman alphabet. Also, the teaching of the Christian Doctrine became
the basis of religious practices. European legends and traditions brought
here became assimilated in our songs, corridos, and moro-moros.
PRE-SPANISH LITERATURE
Understanding Literary History

Literature in this period may be classified as religious prose and poetry


and secular prose and poetry.

Folk Songs
It manifests the artistic feelings of the Filipinos and shows their innate
appreciation for love of beauty. The examples are Leron-Leron Sinta,
Pamulinawen, Dandansoy, Sarong Banggi, and Atin Cu Pung Sing-sing.
PRE-SPANISH LITERATURE
Understanding Literary History

Literature in this period may be classified as religious prose and poetry


and secular prose and poetry.

Recreational Plays
There were many recreational plays performed by Filipinos during
the Spanish times. Almost all of them were in a poetic form such
Cenaculo, Panunuluyan, Salubong and Zarzuela.
PERIOD OF ENLIGHTENMENT (1872-
1898)
In 19th Century, Filipino intellectuals educated in Europe called Ilustrados
began to write about the hitch of colonization.

The Propaganda Movement (1872-1896) - This movement was


spearheaded mostly by the intellectual middle-class like Jose Rizal, Marcelo
del Pilar; Graciano Lopez Jaena, Antonio Luna, Mariano Ponce, Jose
Ma. Panganiban, and Pedro Paterno.
PERIOD OF ENLIGHTENMENT (1972-
1898)
In 19th Century, Filipino intellectuals educated in Europe called Ilustrados
began to write about the hitch of colonization.

Some of Rizal’s writings: Noli Me Tangere, Mi Ultimo Adios, Sobre La


Indolencia Delos Filipinos and Filipinas Dentro De Cien Aňos.

Some of Del Pilar’s writings: Pagibig sa Tinubuang Lupa (Love of


Country), Kaingat Kayo (Be Careful), and Dasalan at Tocsohan (Prayers
and Jokes).
PERIOD OF ENLIGHTENMENT (1972-
1898)
In 19th Century, Filipino intellectuals educated in Europe called Ilustrados
began to write about the hitch of colonization.

Some of Jaena’s writings: Ang Fray Botod, La Hija Del Fraile (The
Child of the Friar), and Everything Is Hambug (Everything is mere show),
Sa Mga Pilipino...1891), and Talumpating Pagunita Kay Kolumbus (An
Oration to Commemorate Columbus).
THE AMERICAN REGIME
(1898-1944)
Linguistically, Americans influenced Filipino writers to write using English
language. Jose Garcia Villa became famous for his free verse.

Characteristics of Literature during this period:


The languages used in writing were Spanish and Tagalog and the dialects of
the different regions. But the writers in Tagalog, continued in their
lamentations on the conditions of the country and their attempts to arouse
love for one’s native tongue and the writers in English imitated the themes
and methods of the Americans.
THE JAPANESE PERIOD
(1941-1945)
Philippine Literature was interrupted in its development when another
foreign country, Japan, conquered the Philippines between1941-1945.
Philippine literature in English came to a halt. This led to all newspapers not
to be circulated in the community except for TRIBUNE and PHILIPPINE
REVIEW.

Filipino Poetry during this period


The common theme of most poems during the Japanese occupation was
nationalism, country, love, and life in the barrios, faith, religion, and the
arts.
THE JAPANESE PERIOD
(1941-1945)
Three types of poems emerged during this period:

Haiku
a poem of free verse that the Japanese like. It was made up of 17 syllables
divided into three lines and

Tanaga
like the Haiku, is short, but it had measure and rhyme.

Karaniwang Anyo (Usual Form)


PHILIPPINE LITERATURE IN ENGLISH
(1941-1945)

Because of the strict prohibitions imposed by the Japanese in the writing and
publishing of works in English, Philippine literature in English experienced a
dark period. For the first twenty years, many books were published both in
Filipino and in English.

In the New Filipino Literature, Philippine literature in Tagalog was revived


during this period. Most themes in the writings dealt with Japanese brutalities,
the poverty of life under the Japanese government, and the brave guerilla
exploits.
PERIOD OF ACTIVISM
(1970-1972)

According to Pociano Pineda, youth activism in 1970-72 was due to domestic


and worldwide causes. Because of the ills of society, the youth moved to seek
reforms.

The Literary Revolution


The youth became vocal with their sentiments. They demanded a change in the
government. It was manifested in the bloody demonstrations and the sidewalk
expressions and also in literature.
PERIOD OF THE NEW SOCIETY
(1972- 1980)

The period of the New Society started on September 21, 1972. The Carlos
Palanca Awards continued to give annual awards. Poems dealt with patience,
regard for native culture, customs, and the beauties of nature and
surroundings. Newspapers donned new forms.

News on economic progress, discipline, culture, tourism, and the like were
favored more than the sensationalized reporting of killings, rape, and robberies.
Filipinos before were hooked in reading magazines and comics.
PERIOD OF THE THIRD REPUBLIC (1981-
1985)
After ten years of military rule and some changes in the life of the Filipino, which
started under the New Society, Martial Rule was at last lifted on January 2, 1981.

The Philippines became a new nation, and this, former President Marcos called
“The New Republic of the Philippines.” Poems during this period of the Third
Republic were romantic and revolutionary. Many Filipino songs dealt with
themes that were true-to-life like those of grief, poverty, aspirations for
freedom, love of God, of country and fellowmen.
POST-EDSA 1 REVOLUTION
(1986-1995)
History took another twist. Once more, the Filipino people regained their
independence, which they lost twenty years ago. In four days from February 21-
25, 1986, the so-called People Power (Lakas ng Bayan) prevailed. In the short
span of the existence of the real Republic of the Philippines, several changes
already became evident.
It was noticed in the new Filipino songs, newspapers, speeches, and even in the
television programs. The now crony newspapers that enjoyed an overnight
increase in circulation were THE INQUIRER, MALAYA, and the PEOPLE’S
JOURNAL.
21 CENTURY PERIOD
st

The new trends have been used and introduced to meet the needs and tastes of the
new generation. 21st Century learners are demanded to be ICT inclined to
compete with the style and format of writing as well. New codes or lingos are
used to add flavor in the literary pieces produced nowadays.
SUMMARY
1. Pre-Spanish Literature is characterized by Legends, Folk Tales, The Epic
Age, and Folk Songs.

2. The Propaganda Movement (1872-1896) was spearheaded mostly by the


intellectual middle-class like Jose Rizal, Marcelo del Pilar, Graciano Lopez
Jaena, Antonio Luna, Mariano Ponce, Jose Ma. Panganiban and Pedro Paterno.

3. In the American Regime, Americans influenced Filipino writers to write using


the English language. English as a medium of instruction was introduced in the
schools as the intellectual language of education.
SUMMARY

4. In the Period of Activism, campus newspapers were written to show their


protest. They held pens and wrote on placards in red paint the equivalent of the
word MAKIBAKA (To dare!).

5. Period of the New Society poems dealt with patience, regard for native
culture, customs, and the beauties of nature and surroundings.

6. The period of the Third Republic was romantic and revolutionary.

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