Abstract

In this interview, we closely encounter to one of the most important contemporary Filipino philosophers who started to pick up the pieces of what he dubbed as “elements of Filipino philosophy.” The interviewers highlight the intellectual biography of Leonardo Mercado beginning from his childhood in Cebu, his seminary formation, his transfer to the University of Santo Tomas, the context of his venturing into Filipino philosophy, and his estimation concerning the status of Filipino philosophy that he pioneered. Additionally, Mercado’s thought-provoking comments and reactions concerning the insights of other scholars who reflect on Filipino philosophy are also presented.