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What is Understanding Hiya as a Filipino Virtue about?
The article analyzes the Filipino concept of hiya and distinguishes between two forms - hiya as a passion or emotion like shame and hiya as an active virtue of self-control and consideration for others. It argues that hiya as a virtue aligns with Filipino values like kapwa and is demonstrated through restraint even when angry. However, the distinction between hiya and amor propio can be difficult, and it
- Author
- Maine Alejo
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