Clear Quote by Charles XII of Sweden
“His Majesty the King requires that the Royal Chancellery in all written documents endeavor to write in clear, plain Swedish.”
About This Quote
Source Royal Decree: Swedish Court Edict, 1705
The king mandates that all official writings be composed in straightforward, understandable Swedish.
In simple terms: Write official documents plainly.
Key Takeaway
Adopt clear language in official work.
Themes
clarity
bureaucracy
language
Mood
formal
authoritative
Type
prescriptive
administrative
When to use this quote
- government memos
- legal contracts
- public notices
Key Concepts
administrative policy
communication standards
Questions to Reflect On
- How does plain language affect public trust?
- What challenges arise in simplifying complex legal terms?
A Different Perspective
May limit artistic expression in formal writing.
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