Philippine literature from the eyes of a student

Even before the invaders came, the islands of what would be later called the Philippines already had a thriving literature. A wide range of classics, from epics, legends, tales, and songs containing the birth of their gods, the world, their rituals, their way of life, mighty heroes and many more to count. But as the Spaniards traversed and finally reached our coasts, they began to spread their religion and as they conquered the islands, they burned down the manuscripts depicting pagan beliefs which they believed were the works of the devil. Literature began to change its form as Christianity penetrated the hearts of the people. More Christian related works of literature were published to further the spread of Christianity as pre-colonial literature declined with indigenous revolts quelled. But as the oppression and abuses of Spaniards, some under the guise of the church’s “will” and their misrule continued, the people of the islands started uniting and creating organizations.  <a href="https://medium.com/@ilancemojal/philippine-history-from-the-eyes-of-a-student-6f83ad243c5b">Read More</a>