21.rizal in Hong Kong - Report - Motol PDF
21.rizal in Hong Kong - Report - Motol PDF
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I. Objectives
II. Introduction
Jose Rizal, the Philippine national hero, spent some time in Hong Kong as part of his
travels throughout Europe and Asia. Rizal arrived in Hong Kong on November 20,
1891, and stayed there for about six months until June 20, 1892.
During his stay in Hong Kong, Rizal worked as an ophthalmologist and opened a clinic
that catered to Chinese and British patients. He also became involved in the activities
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of the Filipino community in Hong Kong, which at that time was a center for political
exiles.
Rizal used his time in Hong Kong to continue his political activities in support of the
Rizal also took advantage of his stay in Hong Kong to improve his knowledge of the
Chinese language and culture. He studied Chinese and collected books on Chinese
Overall, Rizal's stay in Hong Kong was a productive and significant period in his life.
It gave him the opportunity to engage with the Filipino community and further his
language.
After the publication of El Filibusterismo, Rizal left Europe for Hong Kong and
stayed there for 7 months. He decided to leave Europe because of the following
reasons:
Spain.
Farewell to Europe
Melbourne Steamer
Two weeks after the publication of the El Filibusterismo, October 3, 1891, Rizal
left Ghent for Paris where he stayed for a few days to bid good bye to his
friends.
Filibusterismo.
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One evening, passengers were having their meals then suddenly, one group of
German ladies are gossiping about the Asian male who is taking his meal quietly who
is Rizal, then, Rizal caught the attention of those ladies and started to listen what were
their talking about. Rizal, was fluent in German so he understood all the words that
the ladies speaking. The fast running steamer encountered a heavy squall and the
door of the room was blown open, the ladies started to make a deal that if Rizal was
going to stand up and close the door they will surely say that Rizal is gentleman.
Without having a word, Rizal rose and closed the door. After what had happened he
spoke to those German ladies in fluent German and the ladies felt very embarrassed
because of what they did, and thereafter, they treated Rizal with admiration and
Rednaxola Terrace
On November 20, 1891, Rizal arrived in Hong Kong. He was welcomed by the Filipino
residents, Jose Ma. Basa, his old friend. He established his residence at No. 5 D’ Aguilar
Street, No. 2 Rednaxola Terrace. On December 1, 1891, he wrote to his parents asking
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permission if he could return home but on the same date, Manuel Hidalgo, his brother
– in – Law, sent him a letter saying that his family is part of the deportation of twenty
five person from Calamba. The content of letter clearly revealed the despair and sorrow
of the Rizal family. Again, he felt the sadness and eagerness to be in the Philippines to
help his family from suffering. It is also stated that Hidalgo was preparing a letter to the
Queen Regent of Spain to secure justice in Calamba and if doesn’t work, he will write
Before the Christmas of 1891, he was gladdened by the arrival of his father,
brother, and Silvestre Ubaldo (his brother – in – law) in Hong Kong. Not long
afterwards his mother, and sisters Lucia, Josefa, and Trinidad also arrived. A
65 years old mother of Rizal was almost blind because of the brutality that she
suffered from the Spaniards. A year before, Rizal’s mother was arrested on the
flimsy charge that she was not using her surname “Realonda” and despite of
her age and blindness, she was forced by a cruel Spanish officer to walk from
The Christmas of 1891 in Hong Kong was one of the happiest Yuletide
celebrations in Rizal’s life. For he experienced again the bond with his family.
of 19th Century
To earn a living for himself and his family, Rizal practiced medicine. Dr.
successfully operated his mother’s eye, that able her to read and write
again.
doctor. He also wrote how the influenza caued ravages in Europe. Rizal
March 21, 1892 = Mr. Boustead praised Rizal for practicing his medical
Dr. Ariston Lin, from Paris, sent a congratulatory letter to Rizal and 2
medical books
Because of the hardship of the Calamba folks under Gov. Gen. Valeriano
(Sabah).
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He planned to move the landless Filipino families to that rich British owned
island.
Islands)
May 1892: Rizal made up his mind to return to Manila. The reasons:
To prove that Eduardo de Lete was wrong in attacking him in Madrid that he,
being comfortable and safe in Hong Kong, had abandoned the country’s cause.
Published in La Solidaridad
Lete’s attack, which was printed in La Solidaridad on April 15, 1892, portrayed
He evidently had a premonition of death because the day after his birthday, he
wrote two letters, sealed and inscribed in each envelope ‘TO BE OPENED
AFTER MY DEATH’
June 21, 1892 – another letter was made by Rizal addressed to Gov. Gen.
Despujol.
In this letter he informed the Governor of his homecoming and placed himself
They carried a special passport issued by the Spanish consul general in Hong
Kong
Immediately after the departure of Rizal, the consul general sent a cablegram
On the same day, a secret case was filed in Manila against Rizal and his
eye conditions. They diagnose, treat and prevent disorders of the eyes and
in southern France.
to Spain.
6. El Filibusterismo - also known by its English title The Reign of Greed, is the
second novel written by Jose Rizal and the sequel to Noli Me Tangere.
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Christmas season.
10. Advocacy - the act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or
V. Post Test
1. The following are the reasons why Rizal left Europe for Hong Kong in 1891,
Except?
a. Zafiro
b. Melbourne
c. Abin
d. Adelaide
4. Who were the Filipino residents that welcomed Rizal upon his arrival in Hong
Kong?
a. Blumentritt
b. Manuel T. Hidalgo
d. Paciano
5. Who sent letter to Rizal relating the sad news of the deportation of twenty-
a. Paciano
b. Blumentritt
c. Manuel T. Hidalgo
d. Silvestre Ubaldo
6. A Portuguese physician who became Rizal’s friend and admirer that helped
c. Otto Becker
7. Rizal made up his mind to return to Manila. The decision was spurred by the
following except.
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project.
being comfortable and safe in Hong Kong, had abandoned the country’s
cause
a. June 1892
b. July 1892
c. April 1892
d. May 1892
9. When did Rizal left Ghent for Paris where he stayed for a few days to bid good bye
to his friends?
a. October 3, 1891
b. November 3, 1890
c. Family Reunion
VI. Summary
Jose Rizal arrived in Hong Kong in November 1891, after being exiled from his
homeland, the Philippines, by Spanish authorities. During his stay in Hong Kong, Rizal
Writing for La Solidaridad: Rizal continued to write articles and essays for the
other Filipino nationalists, such as Graciano Lopez Jaena and Marcelo H. del Pilar,
Organizing a Filipino community: Rizal helped to organize and unite the Filipino
community in Hong Kong. He established the "La Liga Filipina" association, which
medicine in Hong Kong, which helped him to earn a living and support his family.
Planning his return to the Philippines: Rizal hoped to return to the Philippines to
Overall, Rizal's stay in Hong Kong was a productive period in his life, as he continued
In conclusion, Rizal's life in Hong Kong from 1891-1892 was a critical period in his
life and the history of the Philippines. During his stay, he continued to work towards
the goal of achieving Philippine independence and reform by writing, teaching, and
Through his work, Rizal was able to raise awareness about the issues facing the
Philippines and helped to unite the Filipino community towards a common cause.
His establishment of the La Liga Filipina and his continued writing for La
As a recommendation, the legacy of Rizal's life and work in Hong Kong should
reminder of the importance of fighting for freedom, justice, and equality and
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