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The study aimed to analyze the Passion for Philippine Social Transformation in the Novel
Ilustrado of Miguel Syjuco. In view of the prevailing social problems encountered in the Philippines such
as social injustices, corruption, and the like, and the need for transformation or change of its societal
structures, the researcher’s interest being a literature teacher is aroused or stimulated. The qualitative
approach was used in this descriptive study of the novel of socio-political nature in order to project a
social transformation through critical investigation on the values projected in it. Hence, the study used
analytical approach, psychological approach, philosophical or moral/ethical approach, and sociological
approach in analyzing its content. Results showed that social transformation in making wise preferences,
having smooth family relationship, and decreasing social injustices apparently were the social
transformations depicted in the novel. The author’s rejection to join politics and desiring to expose social
ills were the major incidents in his life that showed his passion for social change. The structures of the
society that needed to be changed were moral values of the leaders, personal interests, Filipinos culture,
and the motives of the politicians to maintain their hold in power. The use of symbolism as the
predominant literary device gave the readers clearer picture of the condition of the society and
understanding of the author’s passion for Philippine social transformation. The moral ethical values of
courage in saving other’s lives from devastation, honesty to self and to the country, devotion to Filipino
writings and writers, faith in God, and forgiveness reflected in the story were made alive and real in the
readers