Mabini's Decalogue for Filipinos By: Apolinario Mabini (1864-1903)
Mabini's Decalogue for Filipinos by Apolinario Mabini is a profound and thought-provoking book that provides a valuable insight into the political and social landscape of the Philippines during the late nineteenth century. Mabini, a well-respected Filipino nationalist and revolutionary, offers readers a set of ten principles or commandments, which he believes will guide Filipinos towards achieving true independence and freedom. One of the most impressive aspects of this book is its timeless relevance. Despite being written over a century ago, Mabini's Decalogue resonates with the challenges and aspirations faced by Filipinos today. Mabini's understanding of the political and social issues is astoundingly accurate, which gives readers a glimpse into his wisdom and foresight. The book begins with an enlightening introduction that provides historical context, explaining the circumstances surrounding the Philippines' struggle for independence from Spanish colonial rule. Mabini masterfully weaves together historical anecdotes with his own experiences to elaborate on each principle of his Decalogue. This combination of personal reflection and historical analysis grants readers a unique perspective on the challenges faced by the Filipino people. Mabini's writing style is concise and direct, making the book accessible to a wide range of readers. His arguments are logical, well-supported, and presented with an unwavering sense of conviction. The author encourages critical thinking and boldly challenges the prevailing colonial mentality, urging Filipinos to embrace their own cultural identity and fight for their rights. The ideas presented in Mabini's Decalogue are not only relevant to the Philippines but can also be applied to various other contexts. The principles outlined by Mabini, such as the pursuit of education, the promotion of justice and equality, and the importance of national unity, remain universal ideals that resonate with individuals across different nations and cultures. While the book does provide invaluable insights, it would have benefitted from further elaboration on some of the principles mentioned. Certain concepts, though initially captivating, are left undeveloped, and readers are left wanting more in-depth analysis and examples. Overall, Mabini's Decalogue for Filipinos is an enlightening and inspiring read, imbued with the wisdom of a prominent figure in Philippine history. It is a book that reminds Filipinos of the struggles and sacrifices made by their ancestors and encourages them to continue striving for national unity, social justice, and independence. Mabini's principles offer a guiding light for anyone seeking to create a better society, not only in the Philippines but also globally. First Page: =MABINI'S DECALOGUE FOR FILIPINOS= [Illustration: Apolinario Mabini] Apolinario Mabini, Martyr. "Thou shalt love thy country after God and they honor and more than thyself: for she is the only Paradise which God has given thee in this life, the only inheritance of thy ancestors and the only hope of thy posterity." PHILIPPINE PRESS BUREAU Washington, D. C. 1922 MABINI Mabini was undoubtedly the most profound thinker and political philosopher that the Pilipino race ever produced. Some day, when his works are fully published, but not until then, Mabini will come into his own. A great name awaits him, not only in the Philippines, for he is already appreciated there, but in every land where the cause of liberty and human freedom is revered. Mabini was born in Tanawan, province of Batangas, island of Luzon, P.I., of poor Filipino parents, in 1864. He received his education in the "Colegio de San Juan de Letran." Manila, and in the University of Santo Tomas. He supported himself while studying by his own efforts, and made a brilliant record in both institutions. Later he devoted his energies to the establishment of a private school in Manila and to legal work. Mabini came to the front in 1898 during the Pilipino revolution against Spain. In the subsequent revolution against the United States he became known as "the brains of the revolution... Continue reading book >>

Mabini's Decalogue for Filipinos By: Apolinario Mabini (1864-1903)

Mabini's Decalogue for Filipinos by Apolinario Mabini is a profound and thought-provoking book that provides a valuable insight into the political and social landscape of the Philippines during the late nineteenth century. Mabini, a well-respected Filipino nationalist and revolutionary, offers readers a set of ten principles or commandments, which he believes will guide Filipinos towards achieving true independence and freedom.

One of the most impressive aspects of this book is its timeless relevance. Despite being written over a century ago, Mabini's Decalogue resonates with the challenges and aspirations faced by Filipinos today. Mabini's understanding of the political and social issues is astoundingly accurate, which gives readers a glimpse into his wisdom and foresight.

The book begins with an enlightening introduction that provides historical context, explaining the circumstances surrounding the Philippines' struggle for independence from Spanish colonial rule. Mabini masterfully weaves together historical anecdotes with his own experiences to elaborate on each principle of his Decalogue. This combination of personal reflection and historical analysis grants readers a unique perspective on the challenges faced by the Filipino people.

Mabini's writing style is concise and direct, making the book accessible to a wide range of readers. His arguments are logical, well-supported, and presented with an unwavering sense of conviction. The author encourages critical thinking and boldly challenges the prevailing colonial mentality, urging Filipinos to embrace their own cultural identity and fight for their rights.

The ideas presented in Mabini's Decalogue are not only relevant to the Philippines but can also be applied to various other contexts. The principles outlined by Mabini, such as the pursuit of education, the promotion of justice and equality, and the importance of national unity, remain universal ideals that resonate with individuals across different nations and cultures.

While the book does provide invaluable insights, it would have benefitted from further elaboration on some of the principles mentioned. Certain concepts, though initially captivating, are left undeveloped, and readers are left wanting more in-depth analysis and examples.

Overall, Mabini's Decalogue for Filipinos is an enlightening and inspiring read, imbued with the wisdom of a prominent figure in Philippine history. It is a book that reminds Filipinos of the struggles and sacrifices made by their ancestors and encourages them to continue striving for national unity, social justice, and independence. Mabini's principles offer a guiding light for anyone seeking to create a better society, not only in the Philippines but also globally.

First Page:

=MABINI'S DECALOGUE FOR FILIPINOS=

[Illustration: Apolinario Mabini]

Apolinario Mabini, Martyr.

"Thou shalt love thy country after God and they honor and more than thyself: for she is the only Paradise which God has given thee in this life, the only inheritance of thy ancestors and the only hope of thy posterity."

PHILIPPINE PRESS BUREAU Washington, D. C.

1922

MABINI

Mabini was undoubtedly the most profound thinker and political philosopher that the Pilipino race ever produced. Some day, when his works are fully published, but not until then, Mabini will come into his own. A great name awaits him, not only in the Philippines, for he is already appreciated there, but in every land where the cause of liberty and human freedom is revered.

Mabini was born in Tanawan, province of Batangas, island of Luzon, P.I., of poor Filipino parents, in 1864. He received his education in the "Colegio de San Juan de Letran." Manila, and in the University of Santo Tomas. He supported himself while studying by his own efforts, and made a brilliant record in both institutions. Later he devoted his energies to the establishment of a private school in Manila and to legal work.

Mabini came to the front in 1898 during the Pilipino revolution against Spain. In the subsequent revolution against the United States he became known as "the brains of the revolution... Continue reading book >>

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