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2. Katipunan
• July 6, 1892 : Jose Rizal was arrested, three
days after the establishment of La Liga
Filipina.
• July 7, 1892: The Katipunan was established
by Andres Bonifacio in Tondo, Manila, as a
result of the failure of the Reform Movement
in Spain.

3. Katipunan
• The Kataas-taasang
Kagalanggalangang
Katipunan ng Mga
Anak ng Bayan (KKK)
was a revolutionary
society that espoused
independence and freedom for the Philippines
through force of arms.

4. Katipunan
[Hasik:] “triangle”
method
Members are to
recruit two new
adherents, who would
not know each other
but only the original
member who took

5. Katipunan
“Pacto de Sangre”
 Ritual performed upon
new recruits who wish to
become members of the
Katipunan
 It usually starts with a
trial and ends with
signing of an agreement,
using their own blood

6. Katipunan
 Katipon (Member) :
may be promoted to
Kawal upon recruiting
new members
 Kawal (Soldier) : may
be promoted to
upon becoming an
officer

7. Emilio Jacinto
• “Utak ng
Katipunan”
• He joined the
Katipunan at the
age of 18 and
took the symbolic
name Pingkian.

8. Emilio Jacinto
• He wrote the
Kartilya, as well as
the oath of the
Katipuneros.
• He also edited
the Katipunan
newspaper,
Kalayaan, using

9. Kartilya of the Katipunan
To Those Who Want to Join this Association …
• True love of native land and genuine compassion
for one another
• The applicant should renounce all acts of evil;
Hence, he shall submit to the authority of the
sacred commands of the Katipunan.
• If the applicant merely desires financial support, to
seek personal gratification, or to know the secrets
and affiliates of the organization - then, he cannot

10. Kartilya of the Katipunan
To Those Who Want to Join this Association …
• If the applicant wishes to lead a life of bodily
comfort and ease, then, he better not proceed. For
he will encounter weighty tasks, sufferings, and
perils.
• Punctual payment of dues is required – P1 upon
entry, and 12 and a half centavos each month

11. Teachings of the Katipunan …
• A person’s actions and deeds are measured by
compassion and honor, not by fame nor fortune
• All men are equal, regardless of their appearance,
knowledge, wealth, or occupation
• Defend the oppressed, Fight the oppressor
• Treat women with respect and kindness
• Love for the country
Kartilya of the Katipunan

12. Kartilya of the Katipunan
• The relevance of the Kartilya lies in the fact
that it established not only rules and
regulations for the members of the Katipunan,
but also principles for the citizens once
independence has been achieved.