Greatness is not about being great, it is about doing something great. In the lineage of the Filipinos born in the Philippine soil, Dr. Jose Rizal stands as an exceptional one. Aside from being a polymath, in which Rizal reveals through his wide span of knowledge on different fields; his veins are also gushing with patriotism and nationalism. Despite the challenges that he witnessed and faced, he remains steadfast. There is not a single instance that he chose to betray his beloved country, the pearl of the orient seas, Philippines.
Wearing an armor of wisdom and holding a sword made of words, he stand firm on his beliefs and fight for our country’s freedom. He eliminates the presence of fear within his soul and neglect the acceptance of defeat. His overflowing courage emanates throughout the hearts of every Filipinos. And by the power of his legacy, his works and noble deeds remain unwavering; for our generation to be inspired at and for the posterity to continue upholding the Filipino virtues. With all the fragments that created Rizal’s existence, he will always remain exceptional.
As far as Martin Luther King Jr. is concerned, "Not everybody can be famous, but every can be great because greatness is determined by service". I think Dr. Jose Rizal definitely is great.
Rizal will continue to be an inspiration for every Filipino. He's not an impeccable human being, but his life and works will continue to traverse in our veins.
The guy's an absolute genius. That's it.
Rizal truly has the skill and the guts to make things happen. Not just things but great things with good purpose.
He's a genius. He's brave and compassionate. He chose a pen as a weapon. A man who once dreamed freedom and equality, Jose Rizal, is now a hero of the nation.