Encomium

The eulogy [ e'lo ː ʒə ] is a speech or a written statement that emphasizes by eulogy, honorific words and compliments is characterized.

Classification of the term, meaning

After onomasiological word Einordnungs - classification by Franz Dornseiff there is the word, for example in a meaning group ( para. 15:23 ) with the words of praise, applause, hosanna, hymn, eulogy, praise, praise, or in a broader sense group ( para. 15:30 ) together with the words of courtesy, greeting, courtesy, gallantry, compliment, phrase, and the like. In contrast, only see a few encyclopedias and reference works, the Eloge also digital "negative" in the sense of exaggerated praise, effusive praise, flattery. The general, very positive use of language, as it is reflected in generally accessible publications is scientifically well documented.

Word origin

The word itself was borrowed from French éloge, this in turn latin elogium " saying / telling, inscription, display " from Ancient Greek εὐλογία eulogia " eulogy, good speech."

Historical

Famous were / are the Eloges that were held as obituaries of deceased members of the French Academy of Sciences. They were / are largely ritualized and avoid any critical remarks to person and life's work of the deceased.