Quote#Happiness
We want the happiness of the Philippines, but we want to obtain it…
Quote byJosé Rizal · 1861–1896
Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: Letter to Blumentritt, (31 January 1887).
English (original)
We want the happiness of the Philippines, but we want to obtain it through noble and just means. If I have to commit villainy to make her happy, I would refuse to do so, because I am sure that what is built on sand sooner or later would tumble down.
— José Rizal
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