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Mabini's Decalogue for Filipinos

By Apolinario Mabini
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The text sets out ten moral and civic precepts that blend spiritual duty, personal development, and political principles. It calls for devotion to God and personal honor, worship guided by conscience, and the cultivation of individual talents through study and labor. It prioritizes patriotic love and the common good, urging pursuit of the nation’s happiness and independence, support for elected authority and a republican form of government, neighborly compassion tempered by the right of self-preservation, and strong solidarity among compatriots to pursue shared aims and resist common threats.

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Apolinario Mabini

Apolinario Mabini was a Filipino revolutionary leader and political thinker, known for his significant contributions to the Philippine independence movement. Often referred to as the 'sublime paralytic' due to his physical disability, Mabini's intellect and writings played a crucial role in shaping the political landscape of the Philippines during the late 19th century. His notable works include 'Mabini's Decalogue for Filipinos,' which outlines ethical principles for nation-building, and 'Contestaciones y Consideraciones,' where he addresses the American Congress regarding Philippine sovereignty. Mabini's ideas continue to resonate in discussions of nationalism and governance in the Philippines.

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