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RODRIGUEZ, LYNNE

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Sunflower - it symbolizes a new beginning, it is compared to the happiness of which appears to be always bowing down. Feet - it symbolizes the power of the friars, it is placed on the base of the triangle (foundation) because without friars, the Filipinos cannot stand on their own. Shoes - it represents wealth and also the footprints left by friars in teaching Catholicism. Hairy Legs - it symbolizes the Legend of the Wolf and the wolf shape shifts just like how friars hide their true nature and character. Helmet of a Guardia Civil - it represents the arrogance of those in authority. Whip - it represents the abuses and cruelties done by the Spaniards and friars as depicted in the novel Flogs (Suplina) - it is used for selfflagellation. Just like the whip, this also symbolizes the cruelties of the Guardia Civil. Chain - it symbolizes slavery and imprisonment. Rizal's Signature - it shows that Rizal experienced and witnessed the ills and abuses that happened during his time. Bamboo Stalks - it represents Filipino resiliency; despite the sufferings, Filipinos can still stand tall and firm.

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Upper Triangle - this represents Rizal's past life. Lower Triangle - this represents Rizal's currents situations. Silhouette of a Filipina - believed to be Maria Clara or as the "Inang Bayan" to whom Rizal dictates the novel. Cross/Crucifix - represents the Catholic faith as it rises above Inang Bayan and Filipinos, it also symbolizes sufferings and death. Pomelo Blossoms & Laurel Leaves - they represent faith, honor and fidelity, which are the values Rizal aspires to be embodied by Filipinos. Burning Torch - refers to the Olympic torch, pertains to the awakening of Filipino consciousness, it also sheds light to the text of the manuscript.

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