Introduction
The Bagong Pilipinas Hymn and Pledge are part of the government’s efforts to promote unity, discipline, and love for the country. Many Philippine schools have started singing the hymn and reciting the pledge during morning flag ceremonies.
For students and parents, understanding the lyrics and the message behind both is important because these are not just routines but reminders of our shared responsibility as Filipinos.
This guide provides the complete lyrics, meaning, and purpose of both the anthem and the pledge, explained in a simple and student-friendly way.
Background: Government Directive on Reciting the Bagong Pilipinas Hymn and Pledge
In June 2024, Malacañang issued Memorandum Circular No. 52, signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, directing all national government agencies, government-owned or -controlled corporations (GOCCs), and educational institutions (including state universities and colleges) to include the singing of the Bagong Pilipinas Hymn and recitation of the Bagong Pilipinas Pledge in weekly flag ceremonies. The purpose of this directive is to “further instill the principles of the Bagong Pilipinas brand of governance and leadership” among Filipinos. The Presidential Communications Office was tasked with ensuring the hymn and pledge are communicated and disseminated across offices and to the public.
Bagong Pilipinas Hymn Lyrics
Panahon na ng pagbabago
Dahil sa ito ay kinakailangan
Tayo na magtulong-tulong
Na paularin ang mahal nating bayan
Panahon na ng pagbabago
Dahil sa ito ay kinakailangan
Tayo na magtulong-tulong
Na paularin ang mahal nating bayan
Panahon na ng pagbabago
At iayos ang mga dapat ayusin
Dapat lang maging tungkulin
Ng bawat mamamayan dito sa atin
Gawin ang pagbabago
Patungo sa pag-asenso
Magsikap ng mabuti
At nang guminhawa tayo
Ipagmalaki natin sa mundo at ipamalas
Ang Bagong Pilipino at Bagong Pilipinas
Panahon na ng pagbabago
Tangkilikin natin ang sariling atin
At tama lang na ugaliin
Kaysa sa iba sa atin ang unahin
Panahon na ng pagbabago
At manguna sa kahit anong larangan
Ang tagumpay ay karangalan
lalay o ihandog natin sa bayan
Ilang ulit nang napatunayan ng Pilipino
Ang husay at lakas, kagandahan, at talento
Handang makipag paligsahan kahit anong oras
Ang bagong Pilipino, ang Bagong Pilipinas
Panahon na ng pagbabago
Buhay natin ay gawing maaliwalas
Marami ang magandang bukas
Ang ibubunga ng Bagong Pilipinas
PANAHON NA!
Bagong Pilipinas Pledge
Bilang Pilipino, buong pagmamalaki kong
isasabuhay ang Bagong Pilipinas.
Buhay sa aking dugo ang lahing dakila,
magiting at may dangal
Palaging dadalhin sa puso, isip at diwa
ang aking pagmamahal sa kultura at
bayang sinilangan;
Kaisa ng bawat mamamayan, iaalay ko
ang aking talino at kasanayan sa
pagpapaunlad ng aking Bayan;
Taglay ang galing na naaayon sa mga
pandaigdigang pamantayan;
Magiging instrumento ako sa pagsulong
ng kagalingan, karunungan at
kapayapaan.
Makikiisa at makikilahok ako sa mga
adhikain ng pamahalaan dahil ang
kaunlaran ay hindi lamang responsibilidad
ng iilan.
Isusulong at pangangalagaan ko ang
karangalan, kalayaan at interes ng aking
bayang minamahal;
Bilang Pilipino na may pagmamahal,
pakialam at malasakit; hindi makasarili
kundi para sa mas nakararami; tatahakin
ko ang landas tungo sa isang Bagong Pilipinas!
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Are all schools required to sing the Bagong Pilipinas Hymn?
Not all. Implementation depends on DepEd announcements and individual school policies.
2. Is the hymn the same as Lupang Hinirang?
No. Lupang Hinirang remains the national anthem.
The Bagong Pilipinas Hymn is a supplemental patriotic song.
3. Do students still recite the Panatang Makabayan?
Yes. The Panatang Makabayan and the National Anthem remain part of traditional flag ceremonies.
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Conclusion
The Bagong Pilipinas Hymn and Pledge are reminders of our role in shaping the future of the Philippines. When students understand the meaning behind the lyrics, singing and reciting them becomes more meaningful. It helps build discipline, unity, and national pride.