Quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr

We must think things not words, or at least we must constantly translate our words into the facts for which they stand, if we are to keep to the real and the true.

We must think things not words, or at least we must constant

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of thinking deeply and concretely about ideas and concepts, rather than relying solely on the words used to express them. It suggests that we need to interpret language in light of the actual facts and truths it represents, in order to maintain a genuine understanding of reality. By actively translating words into their corresponding realities, we can avoid the pitfalls of misunderstandings and abstraction, and stay connected to the truth.

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Reality Truth Facts Words Thought Thinking Semantics

By Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr

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