ANALYSIS ON “MUHON AT PASYOK: ANG DISKURSO SA WIKA AT POLITIKA SA UNANG SEKSIYON NG THE LANGUAGE PROBLEM OF THE FILIPINOS MONOGRAPH (1932) NI DR. MANUEL VIOLA GALLEGO OF PROF. R.B. ABIVA” BY NIÑALYN C. GONZALES

 

                                                                                Photo by R.B. Abiva (2023) in MVGFC Conference Hall.
 

Language is a key component of cultural identity. It helps preserve traditions, beliefs, and values, connecting people to their heritage and history. It allows us to communicate effectively with others who speak the same language, facilitating social interactions, relationships, and community building. Language preserves and transmits knowledge, including oral traditions, literature, and scientific information, ensuring that this knowledge is passed down through generations.

The monograph titled "The Language Problem of the Filipinos" by Dr. Manuel Viola Gallego, published in 1932, holds significant importance in the context of Philippine history and linguistics, it serves as language advocacy, the monograph addresses the language problem faced by Filipinos and reflects the linguistic challenges during its colonial period and the transition to independence. It sheds light on the historical context and the efforts made to define and establish the Filipino national language,

This monograph explores the relationship between language and politics in the Philippines during the early 20th century, emphasizing the importance of promoting and preserving the national language can contributes to the ongoing discourse on language policies and the development of the Filipino language. Dr. Gallego's monograph provides a detailed analysis of the linguistic situation in the Philippines, exploring the complexities of language use and language attitudes among Filipinos. It offers valuable insights into the sociolinguistic dynamics of the country. It also contributes to the scholarly understanding of language planning, language policy, and language education in the Philippines. It serves as a reference for researchers, educators, and linguists interested in the linguistic history and development of the Philippines.

Dr. Gallego also examines the impact of language on social and political issues. He discusses the importance of language in nation-building, the influence of language on identity and culture, and contributes to the understanding of language as a tool for empowerment and as a reflection of social and political dynamics. His insights continue to be relevant in the study of language and politics in the Philippines and beyond. Overall, the monograph by Dr. Manuel Viola Gallego is significant in raising awareness about language issues, Maybe his works and contribution may not seen or he didn't became  our hero but to people who knows his hardwork and study the history of Dr. Gallego are thankful that he gave our own language.

 

 

RERERENCE:

Abiva, R.B. E. (Year). Non Omnis Moriar: Towards a Comprehensive Biography of Dr. Manuel Viola Gallego (A Study in Progress)

OTHER REFERENCE:

https://philnews.ph/2022/01/08/kahalagahan-ng-wika-sa-lipunan-bakit-mahalaga-ang-wika/

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