Balagtasismo

Balagtasismo refers to a Filipino literary movement that honors Francisco Balagtas, a renowned poet from the 19th century, who is celebrated for his mastery of the Filipino language and poetic form. This movement emphasizes the importance of using the Filipino language in poetry and literature to express national identity, culture, and social issues. It seeks to revive and elevate traditional Filipino literary styles, encouraging writers to be proud of their heritage and to produce works that reflect Filipino values and experiences. Essentially, Balagtasismo advocates for the cultural and artistic significance of the Filipino language in literature.