Analysis of Rafael Zulueta da Costa's poem 'Like The Molave,' exploring themes of Filipino independence, strength, and national identity. Includes literary interpretation.

"Like the Molave" by Rafael Zulueta da Costa is a poem that praises the Molave tree as a symbol of strength and resilience. The poem uses imagery and metaphor to encourage the reader to be inspired by the strength of the Molave tree, and to be determined to fight for their rights and to achieve their goals. It encourages people to be strong and ...

The poem states that whilst many Filipinos are achieving great things for their country, there is still much more to be done and more residents must contribute to the efforts. In short, Like The Molave is about inspiring the Filipino nation to improve their country and make it self-sufficient.

Like the Molave - Free download as Word Doc (.doc / .docx), PDF File (.pdf), Text File (.txt) or read online for free. 1) The poem expresses that Jose Rizal's work for Philippine independence is not yet complete and his spirit should not rest in peace yet.

Strong in its own fibre; yes, like the molave! Inconstant, indolent, inefficient. Would you have me sugarcoat you? my countrymen... but let us be realists... let us strip ourselves... Youth of the land, you are a bitter pill to swallow. Walk up now and forever knock the flirting chip off? Lighting candles in the wind?

2011年9月5日 · We carve for all time your marmoreal dream! Strong in its own fibre, yes, like the molave! II. The youth of the land. III. Inconstant, indolent, inefficient. Would you have me sugarcoat you? My countrymen…but let us be realists… Youth of the land, you are a bitter pill to swallow. The nation of our fathers shivers with longing expectation.

The poem urges the Filipino people to continue striving for independence and freedom, drawing inspiration from national heroes like Rizal who sacrificed themselves for this cause, and to develop strength, resilience and national pride like the Molave tree.