Noli Me Tangere (1)

What did Rizal propose to the Filipino members of the Circulo Hispano-Filipino?

A book writing project that would deal on the socio-cultural and political aspects of life in the Philippines.

Why weren’t the members interested in Rizal’s propsed writing project?

Most of the members wanted to write about the characters and activities of the Filipino women.

What were the places that Rizal wrote the drafts for Noli Me Tangere?

He managed to finish the first half of the novel in Madrid. He continued writing in Paris and finished it in Germany.

Using his talent and skills, he wrote?

Noli Me Tangere, because of his members’ inadequacy he did not lose hope.

What was the novel that inspired Rizal to write Noli Me Tangere?

Uncle Toms Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe, it inspired Rizal to prepare a novel that would depict the miseries of his people under the lash of Spanish Tyrants.

Where was it printed?

The Noli Me Tangere was printed in Berlin.

When was the book released?

Finally released on March 1887

How many copies were made?

He was charged 300php for 2000 copies.

Who helped him pay for the books?

His friend Maimo Viola offered to pay the amount.

Why did Rizal study Hebrew?

Rizal studied Hebrew to enable him to interpret the Bible in its original text and be better prepared to defend any controversial religous issues that Noli Me Tangere might arise.

What does Noli Me Tangere mean and where did it come from?

Noli Me Tangere is a Latin phrase that Rizal took from the Bible, meaning “Touch me not” in John 20:17, the newly-risen Christ says to Mary Magdelene: “Touch Me Not; I am not yet ascended to my father, but go to my brethren, and say unto them I ascend unto them I ascend undo my Father and your father, and to my God and your God.

What was the meaning behind the title and what was the english version of it?

The English translation of Charles Derbyshire was The Social Cancer is a Spanish language novel that is credited with the awakening of nationalism among the Filipinos of Rizal’s time. Some other translations retains the original latin.

Why did Rizal came back to the Philippines?

Rizal decided to return to Calamba for because he wanted to operate on his mother’s eyes, to help his family and the Filipino people, to find out himself how the Noli Me Tangere and his other writings were affecting the Filipinos and Spaniards in the Philippines.

What ship did Rizal board? and who were with him?

Rizal boarded the steamer Djemnah on July 3, 1887, the same ship which brought him to Europe 5 years ago. Rizal was the only Filipino among the passengers (Englishmen, German, Chinese, Frenchmen, and also Japanese) who could speak many languages, so he had a good time acting as interpreter for his companions. He also got along well with the other passengers by playing chess.

When did he arrived in the Philipiines? and where did he go?

He reahced Manila on August 6 and was welcomed heartily by his parents, relatives, and friends. He found Manila the same as when he left it 5 years ago. He stayed in the city for a short time to visit his friends. He returned to Calamba on August 8.

What was the atmosphere when he arrived?

Amidst the happy and peaceful aura of his arrival, his family was worried for his safety. Thus, Paciano did not leave him to protect him from any enemy assault. his own father would not let him go out alone for something else might happen.

Who and why was Rizal called to come to the Malacanang Palace?

A few weeks after his stay in Calamba, he received a letter from the Govenor-General Emilio Terrero requesting him to come up Malacanang Palace to explain about the subsive (contrary) ideas contained in the Noli Me Tangere. Rizal went to see the Govenor-General. He denied the charges and explained that he merely exposed the truth but he did not advocate subversion. Pleased by his explanation and curious about the controversial book, the Govenor-General asked for a copy/ Rizal promised to give him one.

Who was assigned to Rizal and what happened to Rizal’s novel?

The Govenor-General assigned a cultured, Spanish lieutenant named Don Jose Taviel de Andrade as his bodyguard. Govenor-General read the Noli Me Tangere and found nothing wrong with it. Nonetheless, he had it banned when the reports were submitted to him by the Commission of Censorship calling for its outright censorship. The banning of Noli Me Tangere made it more popular; causing everybody among the masses to read the novel at night.

Who is the protagonist of Noli Me Tangere?

Juan Crisostomo Ibarra

Who were GOMBURZA?

Gómez, Burgos, and Zamora—the three priests executed in 1872.

How long was Ibarra abroad?

Seven years.

Who is Ibarra's childhood sweetheart?

María Clara.

Who is María Clara's legal father?

Capitan Tiago.

Who is María Clara's biological father?

Padre Dámaso.

Who is María Clara's mother?

Doña Pía Alba.

Who is Ibarra's main enemy?

Padre Dámaso.

What does Ibarra want to establish?

A school for Filipino children.

Who is Elias?

A mysterious boatman who becomes Ibarra’s friend protector.

What does Elias represent?

The oppressed Filipinos seeking justice and social change.

Who are Sisa's sons?

Basilio and Crispin.

What was Crispin accused of?

Stealing money from the church.

What happens to Crispin?

He disappears after being taken away and punished.

What happens to Sisa?

Her sons' suffering causes her to lose her sanity.

Who is Basilio?

Sisa's older son who survives the novel.

Who is Pilosopo Tasyo?

A wise philosopher who observes and criticizes society.

Who is Padre Salví?

A friar who is obsessed with María Clara and opposes Ibarra.

Who is Capitan Tiago?

A wealthy Filipino and María Clara's legal father.

Who is Doña Victorina?

A Filipino obsessed with appearing Spanish.

Who is Don Tiburcio?

Doña Victorina's Spanish husband and an impostor.

Who is Teniente Guevara?