written appeal; manifesto; declaration
A formal written statement calling for action or expressing a strong position, often used in political or organizational contexts.
He issued a written appeal protesting against the government.
The manifesto resonated with many people.
From 檄 (げき, 'written appeal') + 文 (ぶん, 'text'). The character 檄 originally referred to an official document calling for action, often used in military or political contexts.