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Chapter 1:
Brutus repeatedly asks Cicero about the perfect eloquence he admires.
Chapter 2:
Despite Demosthenes' excellence, there's hope for aspiring orators in Greek history.
Chapter 3:
Perfect eloquence, like perfect beauty, exists in our minds as an ideal.
Chapter 4:
Philosophy is essential for true eloquence, providing depth and substance.
Chapter 5:
Many settle for lesser eloquence, lacking both philosophical depth and true eloquence.
Chapter 6:
Oratory is diverse: grandiloquent, subtle, or a blend of both, each with strengths.
Chapter 7:
Orators should emulate Demosthenes' Attic style for its wisdom and dignity.
Chapter 8:
Orators adapt to their audience's preferences; Thucydides' style differs from courtroom rhetoric.
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Cicero finds joy and motivation in Brutus' virtues and intellectual pursuits.
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Different opinions on Ennius, Pacuvius, and Attius among Greeks and Romans.
Chapter 12:
Isocrates admired for style; contrasted with Thrasymachus and Gorgias.
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Isocrates praised by Plato and Socrates for his future potential.
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Orator must consider what, where, and how to speak.
Chapter 15:
Orator must master topics and judge arguments wisely.
Chapter 16:
Importance of manner in speaking; varied styles suit different audiences.
Chapter 17:
Action and elocution crucial; Demosthenes values action in eloquence.
Chapter 18:
Voice modulation critical; nature and practice enhance eloquence.
Chapter 19:
Gestures must be controlled; body language enhances orator's message.
Chapter 20:
Orator's delivery should match message; actions speak louder than words.
Chapter 21:
The orator must prove, delight, persuade; wisdom is foundational.
Chapter 22:
Consider what is becoming in words, sentiments, and actions.
Chapter 23:
An orator's style should match the subject and audience characteristics.
Chapter 24:
Oratory should be fluent, sweet, moderate, with carefully chosen embellishments.
Chapter 25:
Use metaphors and rhetorical devices sparingly and appropriately.
Chapter 26:
Employ wit and raillery cautiously, avoiding excess and improper targets.
Chapter 27:
A style between plain and highly ornate, sweet yet not excessive.
Chapter 28:
Demetrius Phalereus excels in calm oratory with numerous metaphors.
Chapter 29:
Metaphors and metonymy add brilliance and sweetness to oration.
Chapter 30:
Phalereus uses metaphors extensively but judiciously in his oratory.
Chapter 31:
Allow poets to change style, not just use fierce expression.
Chapter 32:
Demosthenes rivals Lysias, Hyperides, and Aeschines in eloquence and style.
Chapter 33:
Orator needs dialectics, philosophy, religion, and historical knowledge for eloquence.
Chapter 34:
Orator should know physical science, civil law, and historical chronology.
Chapter 35:
Orator must understand causes, disputes, arguments, and rhetorical techniques.
Chapter 36:
Orator adapts speech to subject's importance, using rhetoric and amplification.
Chapter 37:
Eloquence includes adaptation to audience, emotional impact, and rhetorical vigor.
Chapter 38:
Orator moves judges with emotions like pity, anger, admiration, or fear.
Chapter 39:
Various emotional appeals used in prosecution and defense speeches.
Chapter 40:
Aristotle's "Rhetoric" notes oration's wide scope and practical application.
Chapter 41:
Eloquence's importance in society; teaching oratory's societal value and honor.
Chapter 42:
Law versus oratory's study; reasons for differences in approach.
Chapter 43:
Sentence structure in oratory; importance of arrangement and elegance.
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Chapter 45:
Greek and Latin language nuances; use of vowels in oratory.
Chapter 46:
Ancient poets used various contractions and liberties in language.
Chapter 47:
Words like nôsse and judicâsse were often contracted in usage.
Chapter 48:
Compound words often evolved for euphony and ease of speech.
Chapter 49:
Sound and rhythm in language are judged by ears, not reason.
Chapter 50:
Well-arranged speech and harmonious sentences delight listeners’ ears immensely.
Chapter 51:
Ancient critics opposed rhythm in oratory, preferring broken sentences instead.
Chapter 52:
Isocrates added rhythm to prose for pleasure and variety.
Chapter 53:
Ancient orators unknowingly used rhythm to please their audiences.
Chapter 54:
Rhythm in oratory parallels poetry, requiring balance and variety.
Chapter 55:
Rhythm in speech, though subtle, enhances oratory like poetry.
Chapter 56:
Ancient orators prioritized meaning, later incorporating rhythm for polish.
Chapter 57:
Different rhythms suit various speech styles; variety prevents monotony.
Chapter 58:
Iambic rhythm suits humble speech; paeon for dignity, dactyl both.
Chapter 59:
Harmony should pervade entire sentences, not just their endings.
Chapter 60:
Oratory and poetry share material and execution, differing in rhythm.
Chapter 61:
Discuss the practice of rhythm in oratory, its importance, applications.
Chapter 62:
Rhythm should be used selectively in forensic oratory contexts.
Chapter 63:
Rhythm varies; dichoreus is popular but requires careful application.
Chapter 64:
Different rhythms like cretic and paeon enhance speech naturally.
Chapter 65:
Arrangement of words can create rhythm without obvious design.
Chapter 66:
Compressed, rhythmical periods are rare in serious, forensic speeches.
Chapter 67:
Short, rhythmic clauses are effective, especially in serious causes.
Chapter 68:
Effective oratory requires excellent sentiments and careful language.
Chapter 69:
Avoid obvious transpositions and filler words to maintain rhythm.
Chapter 70:
Disrupting word order ruins carefully constructed rhythmic speech.
Chapter 71:
Loose oratory lacks impact; well-arranged speech is more effective.
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Started treatise at Velia, finished at sea; requested by Trebatius.
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Aristotle distinguished discovering and deciding arguments; practical and theoretical.
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Arguments from subject: definition, enumeration, signs, external circumstances.
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Arguments from relation: combination, antecedents, consequents, contradictories, causes.
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Topics help discover, prove arguments; detailed methods explained.
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Definition explains; two kinds: existing things, abstract concepts.
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Partition omits no part; division addresses species under genus.
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Partition and division differ; examples of their proper use.
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Combination, genus, and species provide valuable argumentation methods.
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Similarity, comparison, and examples useful for persuasive arguments.
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Differences derived from contraries: wisdom vs. folly, dignity vs. indignity.
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Adjuncts in conjectural causes: preparation, conferences, subsequent reactions, circumstantial evidence.
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Consequents, antecedents, and inconsistencies used in dialectical arguments.
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Rhetoricians use inconsistent sentences, disjunctive propositions, and conjunctive negations.
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Efficient causes and results provide arguments in discussions.
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Inevitable causes produce certain effects; others require external aid.
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Uniformity in nature, art; other causes vary in influence.
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Causes indicate effects; effects reveal their efficient causes.
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Testimonies from external sources provide belief in arguments.
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Belief influenced by necessity, divine testimonies, and personal virtue.
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Two inquiry types: infinite (proposition) and definite (cause), each distinct.
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Definitions: notion, property, division, partition; inquiry methods explained.
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Different topics suit different inquiries; definition, comparison, character.
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Three cause types: judgment, deliberation, panegyric; each with topics.
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Refutation methods in judicial, deliberative, and panegyric causes explained.
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Peculiar and general topics assist orator's opening, narration, peroration.
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Chapter 3 - 1:
Father: Power, speech, and subject form the three parts.
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Son: How is belief produced in oratory?
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Son: Do arguments come from these varied topics always?
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Son: What is the proper arrangement in judicial speeches?
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Son: What should the accused person do differently in speech?
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Father: Combined words need rhythm, order, clarity, conciseness, and agreeableness.
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Father: Clear, brief, probable, and agreeable speeches are most effective.
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Son: How are opening, narration, confirmation, and peroration divided?
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Son: What rules are to be attended to in narration?
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Father: Topics of conjecture include probabilities and peculiar characteristics.
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Time divisions: past, present, future, seasons, events, facts, probabilities, circumstances.
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Definition: genus, peculiar characteristics, contraries, dissimilarities, parallels, descriptions, consequences, names.
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Argumentation: derive belief, develop arguments, create feelings, assumptions, conclusions.
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Accessory arguments: external witnesses, examinations, refutations, inconsistencies, credibility, influence.
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Peroration: amplification, enumeration, emotional appeal, language, expression, action, circumstance.
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Amplification: facts, definitions, consequences, comparisons, causes, similarities, significant details.
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Amplification: advantages lost, emotions, happiness, misfortune, judgment, large scale.
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Questions: cause, proposition, investigation, action, expediency, honesty, equity, consultation.
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Questions: definitions, comparisons, descriptions, honesty, expediency, equity, action, principles.
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Arrangement: topics, belief, arguments, causes, foresight, deliberation, judgment, panegyric.
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Praise virtue, blame vice, and handle feelings without creating belief.
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Praise focuses on personal qualities, actions, virtues, and fortune.
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Wisdom speaks eloquently, distinguishing truth, with virtues of modesty.
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Deliberation aims at utility, considering possibilities and necessities.
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Persuasion balances honor and expediency, adapting to audience preferences.
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People avoid disadvantages more zealously than seeking advantages or honor.
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Consider advantages, allies, timing, and manageability in persuasion.
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Judicial oratory focuses on equity, comparison, and legal precedents.
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Defense strategies: deny act, redefine action, or justify behavior.
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Dispute arises from opposing arguments, narrowing the question.
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Interpret written documents by establishing their intended meaning and context.
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Conjecture considers cause and event, seeking utility and feasibility.
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Events provide consequential signs, making the accusation appear credible.
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Use praise and credible witnesses to strengthen your argument.
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Invalidate motives, question means, and challenge witness credibility in defense.
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Definition relies on aligning with judges' feelings and perceptions.
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Accused must prove their actions were lawful based on principles.
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Interpret ambiguous documents by aligning with framer's intent and equity.
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Defend the spirit of the law against literal interpretations.
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Oratory combines division, definition, and argumentation for effective communication.
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Chapter 4 - 1:
Orators, unlike poets, differ in merit, not in kind.
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Eloquence combines pure language, elegant sentences, and effective delivery.
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True eloquence avoids faults and seeks praiseworthy excellence and strength.
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An orator may vary style, adapting to case's needs.
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Cicero translated great Attic orations, preserving their power and essence.
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Thucydides praised, but not suited for oratory, unlike Isocrates.
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Explains the case against Ctesiphon and the rivalry involved.
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