Canonum De Ius Positivum
Canons of Positive Law

one heaven iconVI.   Argument

6.4 Rhetoric

Article 200 - Prologue

Canon 2677 (link)

Prologue or "Prolocution" is the third of seven (7) types of Rhetoric. It is a Form of speech characterized as an introduction to some longer formal oratory event.

Canon 2678 (link)

The word Prologue comes from the Ancient Greek word πρόλόγος (prologues) meaning "speech or section (of play / drama) used as introduction" itself derived from two (2) words of Ancient Greek being πρό (pro) meaning “before” and λόγος (logos) meaning “speech, oration, discourse”.

Canon 2679 (link)

The word Prolocution originates from the Latin root proloquor meaning "introductory speech, to speak out (before)".

Canon 2680 (link)

In matters of Drama, the Prologue is regarded as an essential element in introducing to the audience the main characters, the beginnings of the plot and any other facts that are deemed necessary to enable the ensuing Drama to be comprehended.

Canon 2681 (link)

In law, the Prologue is usually reserved for the prosecuting counsel to address to the court.