The Legacy of Ignorantism

The Legacy of Ignorantism, published in 1921 by T. H. Pardo de Tavera, is a critical examination of education and superstition in the Philippines during the American colonial period. In this public address, Pardo de Tavera argues that the legacy of ignorance stems from outdated religious teachings that hinder moral and intellectual development. He advocates for lay education as a means to promote critical thinking and moral responsibility, challenging the negative influence of traditional beliefs on Filipino society.