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Advocate of the Intellectualization of Filipino Language and of Filipino Philosophy: An Interview on the Philosophy and Praxis of Dr. Florentino T. Timbreza

Vladimir B. Villejo | Leslie Anne L. Liwanag

 

Abstract:

Florentino T. Timbreza is notable for his commitment to the intellectualization of Filipino and to philosophizing using the Filipino language and of Filipino Philosophy. Timbreza inevitably faces the challenge of a philosophical situation where opposing views emerge – the presence and/ or absence of Pilipino Philosophy. Furthermore, there is a persistent demand for the intellectualization of the national language by using it as a medium in the field of philosophy, a method in which not all philosophy students and scholars agree to. As a tribute to his 80th birthday, this project aims to interview Timbreza about the current status, challenges, probable directions, and insights on Pilipino Philosophy. The interview was set on July 29, 2018 and April 28, 2019 in his home at Muntinlupa City.