imperial order; imperial decree
Rare historical term for an imperial command; typically encountered in classical texts or as an abbreviation of 宣旨.
See also: 宣旨
In old documents, the single character 宣 can represent an imperial decree.
declaration; proclamation; announcement
sentence; verdict; pronouncement
oath; pledge; swearing
declaration of war
street propaganda activity
missionary
religious mission; religious proclamation
oracle; revelation; divine message
proclamation; dissemination; promulgation
imperial decree
oral statement; verbal decree
announce; declare
imperial proclamation; imperial decree
imperial edict; senmyō
promotion; enhancement; raising
pacification; winning hearts and minds
written imperial order (late Heian period)
declaration; proclamation; stating clearly
promotional material; advertising material
The kanji 宣 means 'proclaim' or 'announce'. As a standalone noun, it is a rare abbreviation of 宣旨 (imperial decree).