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The Relationship Between Language and Thinking (20 points)
Consider the following quote by the philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein, who believed that thought without language was impossible.
“The limits of my language are the limits of my life.”
For more information on Wittgenstein and his analysis on the importance of language, watch the video
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Now, examine whether it is possible to think without using language. If you believe it is possible, describe the primary ways in which a person might enact so-called “languageless” thinking. If you believe it is not possible, describe what you foresee as major problems with the idea we can think without language.This is your discussion prompt for the Discussion Thread.
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Running Head: LANGUAGE AND THINKING
Language And Thinking
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In the past, philosophers have developed several analogies on different issues including
on language and thinking. Ludwig Wittgenstein is one of the philosophers who has created
strong theories on language and thinking. One thing that is very sure is that for one to think
effectively and efficiently, he or she must be backed by the language. The langua...
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