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The document discusses the controversy surrounding Jose Rizal's alleged retraction of his criticisms of the Catholic Church before his execution in 1896. While some claim he signed a letter expressing remorse and returned to the faith, many historians question the authenticity of this retraction due to the lack of original evidence and the absence of confirmation from his family. Regardless of the truth behind the retraction, Rizal's legacy as a national hero and his impact on the fight for Philippine freedom remain significant.

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The document discusses the controversy surrounding Jose Rizal's alleged retraction of his criticisms of the Catholic Church before his execution in 1896. While some claim he signed a letter expressing remorse and returned to the faith, many historians question the authenticity of this retraction due to the lack of original evidence and the absence of confirmation from his family. Regardless of the truth behind the retraction, Rizal's legacy as a national hero and his impact on the fight for Philippine freedom remain significant.

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The Retraction of Jose Rizal is about the claim that he took back his

criticisms of the Catholic Church before he died. According to Spanish friars,


Rizal signed a letter on December 29, 1896, the night before his execution,
saying he was sorry for leaving the Church and attacking it in his writings.
They also said he confessed, attended Mass, and married Josephine Bracken.
This retraction would mean that Rizal returned to the Catholic faith before he
was executed.

However, many people question if Rizal really retracted. Some historians say
the letter could be fake or forced because the original copy was never found.
Only printed versions appeared later. Also, Rizal never clearly said he
regretted his beliefs, and his family and close friends did not confirm the
retraction. Some believe the Church made up the story to protect its image
and weaken Rizal’s influence.

In the end, we are not sure if Rizal truly retracted. Whether he did or not, his
courage, intelligence, and love for the country remain strong. His writings
inspired Filipinos to fight for freedom, and he is still honored as a national
hero. Despite all of these , the retraction does not erase his great
contribution to Philippine history.

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