Declarations can bring about changes in the world from "summary" of How to Do Things with Words by John Langshaw Austin,J. L. Austin
The power of language goes beyond mere communication; it has the ability to shape reality. By making declarations, we are not just stating facts, but actively bringing about changes in the world. When we say something like "I now pronounce you husband and wife," we are not simply describing a situation, but actually creating a new social reality. Declarations have performative force, meaning that they do not just represent the world, but actively shape it.
In making a declaration, the speaker must have the authority to do so. For example, a judge has the authority to declare someone guilty or innocent, while a priest has the authority to declare a couple married. Without the appropriate authority, a declaration may not have the desired effect. Authority is crucial in ensuring that dec...
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