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ben singkol by jose f. sionil is novel that delves into the life of benjamin ben singkol, filipino writer burdened by guilt and shame over his actions during the japanese occupation of the philippines. as he reflects on his past, the narrative explores themes of identity, redemption, and the personal and national traumas of war. through ben's introspection, the novel examines the complexities of human nature and the struggle for self-forgiveness.