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The Filipino KKK, more formally known as the Kataas-taasan, Kagalang-galangang Katipunan ng mga Anak ng Bayan (Supreme and Venerable Society of the Children of the Nation), was a revolutionary society founded on July 7, 1892, by Andres Bonifacio and his colleagues.…   It played a pivotal role in the Philippine struggle for independence from Spanish colonial rule. The KKK was not a political party in the contemporary sense but rather a secret organization aimed at unifying the Filipino people and igniting a nationalistic movement against Spain.<br /><br />The values and objectives of the KKK were deeply rooted in patriotism, national sovereignty, and social justice. The organization sought to foster a sense of national identity among Filipinos and to expel the Spanish colonizers through armed revolt. The Katipunan was structured around a hierarchical system inspired by Masonic traditions, and members were initiated through rites and oaths, pledging their loyalty to the cause of Philippine independence.<br /><br />The Katipunan's philosophy was influenced by the propagandist movement and the writings of Dr. Jose Rizal, the national hero of the Philippines, who advocated for peaceful reforms. However, the failure of reformist efforts led Bonifacio and the Katipunan to conclude that only armed struggle would secure the nation's freedom. The society's values were encapsulated in its motto, "For God, People, Nature, and Country," reflecting its commitment to a moral and spiritual foundation for the nation, the importance of communal unity, respect for the natural environment, and the pursuit of national sovereignty.<br /><br />The KKK's call to arms eventually led to the outbreak of the Philippine Revolution in 1896. Although the revolution was initially unsuccessful in achieving immediate independence, the efforts of the Katipunan laid the groundwork for future struggles against colonial rule and inspired subsequent generations of Filipinos. The legacy of the KKK and its values of patriotism, sacrifice for the common good, and the quest for freedom and independence continue to be celebrated in the Philippines today.Lue lisää