Thoughts from a mind trying to release itself from the ideals of its time.
Friday, October 21, 2005
See What I'm Saying?
We are only hampered by language when we attempt to be philosophical. That is also to say, we are only hampered when we listen to philosophers. Otherwise language is indispensable.
But I am also trying to flesh out the use of disforming philosophical language even in those who are suspicious of the practice. We live in an unconsciously philosophical age, and I am trying to find the words to make people conscious of it.
Hmm. Good luck. "...I went up the sky and spoke with your God...". Philosophy is essentially holding such a conversation and who can speak the language of a God?
4 comments:
I cannot debate when I agree with you! Language only seems to matter when it fails us.
I am actually quite pleased with your agreement on this one. It's an important piece of the puzzle.
But I am also trying to flesh out the use of disforming philosophical language even in those who are suspicious of the practice. We live in an unconsciously philosophical age, and I am trying to find the words to make people conscious of it.
Hmm. Good luck. "...I went up the sky and spoke with your God...". Philosophy is essentially holding such a conversation and who can speak the language of a God?
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