The Philippine Constitution

The Preamble

We, the sovereign Filipino people, imploring the aid of Almighty God, in order to build a just and humane society and establish a Government that shall embody our ideals and aspirations, promote the common good, conserve and develop our patrimony, and secure to ourselves and our posterity the blessings of independence and democracy under the rule of law and a regime of truth, justice, freedom, love, equality, and peace, do ordain and promulgate this Constitution.

Key Principles

The preamble to the Philippine Constitution outlines the foundational aspirations of the nation:

1. Sovereignty - The Filipino people are the sovereign authority

2. Just and Humane Society - Building a society based on justice and humanity

3. Common Good - Promoting the welfare of all citizens

4. National Heritage - Conserving and developing the nation's patrimony

5. Independence and Democracy - Securing freedom and democratic governance

6. Rule of Law - Establishing a regime of truth, justice, freedom, love, equality, and peace

Significance

The Constitution serves as the supreme law of the land, establishing the framework for governance and protecting the rights of Filipino citizens and businesses operating in the Philippines.