Quote by Simone Weil, Human Personality 1

A mind enclosed in language is in prison.

A mind enclosed in language is in prison.

Summary

This quote suggests that reliance on language can limit our thoughts and perceptions. By stating that a mind enclosed in language is in prison, it implies that the constraints of language can confine our understanding of the world and inhibit us from experiencing a true sense of freedom. The quote encourages us to not be confined by the limitations of verbal expression and to explore the broader dimensions of thought and understanding beyond the boundaries of language.

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Language

By Simone Weil, Human Personality 1

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