Noli Me Tagere

• What inspired Rizal to write "Noli Me Tangere"?

  • Influence of "Uncle Tom’s Cabin" by Harriet Beecher Stowe
  • Themes of suffering, maltreatment, and hardships of slaves
  • Desire to address social issues in the Philippines
• What does "Noli Me Tangere" translate to in Filipino?

  "Huwag mo akong salingin"
• What biblical reference is associated with the title "Noli Me Tangere"?

  It refers to John 20:17, where Jesus tells Mary Magdalene not to touch him.
• Why did Rizal learn Hebrew before titling his novel?

  To prepare himself for any controversial religious issue.
• What are the main themes introduced in Chapters 1-10 of "Noli Me Tangere"?

  • Social inequality
  • Religious hypocrisy
  • Oppressive Spanish colonial regime
  • Love story between Ibarra and Maria Clara
• What events occur in Chapters 11-16 of "Noli Me Tangere"?

  • Ibarra's exile
  • Encounter with a wise leper
  • Ibarra's return to the Philippines in disguise
• What is the focus of Chapters 17-63 in "Noli Me Tangere"?

  • Climax of the novel
  • Intense social and political turmoil
  • Themes of revolution, martyrdom, and pursuit of freedom
• When did Rizal begin writing "Noli Me Tangere"?

  End of 1884
• Where did Rizal complete the second half of "Noli Me Tangere"?

  Paris, 1885
• Where did Rizal finish writing the last fourth of "Noli Me Tangere"?

  Wilhelmsfeld, Germany, 1885
• When did Rizal make his final revisions on the manuscript of "Noli Me Tangere"?

  During the winter days of February, 1886
• Who financed the printing cost of "Noli Me Tangere"?

  Dr. Maximo Viola
• What did Dr. Maximo Viola discover about Rizal before Christmas day of 1887?

  Rizal was living in poverty and was sickly due to lack of proper nutrition.
• What did Rizal do to save printing expenses for "Noli Me Tangere"?

  He deleted certain passages, including a whole chapter.
• When was "Noli Me Tangere" finally finished and ready for printing?

  February 21, 1887
• What was the name of the printing shop for "Noli Me Tangere"?

  Berliner Buchdruckerei-Action Gesellschaft
• How much did the printing shop charge for 2000 copies of "Noli Me Tangere"?


  300 pesos
• Why did Rizal's frequent return to the printing shop raise suspicion?

  It aroused the attention of the German government.
• When did "Noli Me Tangere" come off the press?

  March 21, 1887
• Who received the first copies of "Noli Me Tangere" from Rizal?

  His intimate friends, including Ferdinand Blumentritt and Dr. Antonio Ma. Regidor.
• What did Rizal give to Dr. Maximo Viola as a token of appreciation?

  The galley proofs of "Noli Me Tangere" and a complimentary copy.
• What did Rizal anticipate regarding the reception of "Noli Me Tangere"?

  He anticipated vitriolic attacks from his enemies.
• What did Blumentritt say about Rizal's novel?

  He praised it for being written with the blood of the heart.
• What were Rizal's disappointments regarding "Noli Me Tangere"?

  • Limited acceptance and support
  • Fear and censorship
  • Lack of public support
  • Self-critique of his work
  • Financial strain
• How did Rizal respond to his disappointments with "Noli Me Tangere"?

  • Developed a stronger resolve
  • Turned disappointment into determination
• What social issues are highlighted in "Noli Me Tangere"?

  • Corruption
  • Social inequality
  • Religious hypocrisy