” We assume, to begin with, that the individual is at least as complex in his internal structure as the language is which he speaks – otherwise, how could he speak a language which is complex? “
” Language is not merely a set of unrelated sounds, clauses, rules, and meanings, it is a total coherent system of these integrating with each other, and with behavior, context, universe of discourse, and observer perspective. “
” Revelation and the nature of truth must be viewed in reference to the structure of language. “
” Language is a tool adequate to provide any degree of precision relevant to a particular situation. “
” If language did not affect behavior, it could have no meaning. “
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