As a Filipino

I have been told, not once or twice
In love of country, my duty lies.
To be a true Filipino, this I should know.
I sing this poem I learned below.

Faith in God
As a Filipino, in God I believe
His daily blessings we all receive.
He makes me strong when I am weak.
And He is here for good to speak.

Unity
As Filipinos, you and I are one.
We work together in toil and fun.
All together as a team,
We are true partners, this I have seen.

Patriotism
As a Filipino, I'm truly proud.
For this rich country, I sing aloud.
Wherever I go, I bring with me
My country's name, beloved and free.

Work
As a Filipino, I study hard.
I read, I write to move forward.
I study so when I grow up
I'll help my country reach the top.

Respect for Life
As a Filipino, I promise to
Respect all life, we all must do.
For hand-in-hand and arm-in-arm,
We must not do each other harm.

Respect for Law and Government
As a Filipino, I will obey
The laws of my land, for this I pray.
I'll be the help to all the good
The leaders do, we really should.

Truth
As a Filipino, the truth I'll say.
I shall not be with tongues that slay.
I will be brave with words so few,
I will uphold all that is true.

Justice
As a Filipino, I will be fair.
For what is right, I'll always care.
I will be just and not oppress,
Or take advantage of the rest.

Freedom
As a Filipino, I will defend
My right to be until the end.
And with this freedom comes a price
My country's where my duty lies.

Love
As a Filipino, I'll put above
The good of all with warmth and love.
Without conditions, I pledge to give
To those with less so they can live.

Equality
As a Filipino, I recognize
That we may be of different size,
Diverse beliefs, and colors, too
But we are all Filipinos true.

Peace
As a Filipino in harmony 
I vow to live with my family.
Brutality will not be used
To settle fights, avoid abuse.

Promotion of the Common Good
As a Filipino, I will not greed,
Other people's wealth I will not need.
Above myself, I'll always place
The good of most, with pride and grace.

Concern for Family and Future Generations
As a Filipino, I vow to love
My Mom and Dad, and God above.
When I grow up and have my own,
The seeds of love forever sown.

Concern for the Environment
As a Filipino, I will maintain
My home and school without a stain.
I will be clean in body and deed,
In words and work, I hope to lead.

Order
As a Filipino, I will abide
By others' rights, I'm by their side.
I will respect and do what's right
I am my country's future bright.