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Pathos
Intermediate

The Sacred Invocation

Religious rhetoric across all traditions

Appealing to religious or spiritual values shared by the audience

Pathos · Emotion
Appeal Type
Rhetorical Tradition
Tradition
Intermediate
Difficulty
Global Example

Desmond Tutu's "Rainbow Nation" theology united South Africans across faiths

How to Use

Respect religious diversity. Use inclusive spiritual language when possible.

Common Usage

Interfaith dialogue, moral arguments, peace negotiations