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In the land of the rising sun,
Where freedom's fight had just begun
Philippine literature stood strong,
Amidst oppression and great wrong
The period of activism bloomed
As pens and paper became consumed.
By writers who spoke truth to power,
Their words echoed in every hour
The poetry of protest rang,
As voices of the people sang,
Of revolution and change to come,
Their battle cry like beating drums.
From the streets to the written page,
Their message fierce, their hope engaged
Philippine literature shone bright
In the fight for justice and right
The pen became mightier than the sword
As poets and writers made their stand
Through words their message was roared
Calling for justice in this land
From Tagalog to English, they wrote
Their works touched hearts, stirred souls
Their message, clear and full of hope
For freedom and truth, were their goals
And though the times may change and shift
The legacy of their words remain
A reminder that through pen and gift
The power to change the world is within our domain
Their literature lives on, a testament to the fight
For a nation that is just, equal, and bright.