I think one of his previous lectures he discussed language, but he did not go into too much depth. He is very good at regurgitating facts, but he doesn't think about what he is saying. Anyway, whenever you debate an "intellectual", ask them to define what a tree is. At that point, the conversation reaches an end. lol. However, this is still entertaining to watch.
@michaelccozens He discusses how language diffuses, which is interesting, but that doesn't explain what language is, nor how it limits people's perception of reality. It would take me too long to describe it here, but basically every word is a representation of the actual objects/ideas. Every person's idea is based on their limited experiences in life. Most importantly, nothing in this world can ever be defined, unless if one creates imaginary borders around it, like we have for countries.
@godspeasant You realize he's teaching a history class, right? He's discussing the history of language, not the nature of language. Bulliet's very familiar with the field of linguistics and a very well respected academic.
You're bringing up philosophy and cognitive neurosci issues (definition of a tree) in a history class. Maybe that's why all your conversations reach a premature end.
@godspeasant You're describing semiotics, which is certainly an interesting field, but doesn't really apply to a history course. And 'tree" has any number of definitions, depending on the context you're using when you apply the term. No word has a universal definition.
I'm still not sure I understand your criticism of the lecture.
very interesting...
thegreeensky 3 months ago
I think one of his previous lectures he discussed language, but he did not go into too much depth. He is very good at regurgitating facts, but he doesn't think about what he is saying. Anyway, whenever you debate an "intellectual", ask them to define what a tree is. At that point, the conversation reaches an end. lol. However, this is still entertaining to watch.
godspeasant 7 months ago
@godspeasant How is the definition of "tree" at all relevant?
michaelccozens 5 months ago
@michaelccozens He discusses how language diffuses, which is interesting, but that doesn't explain what language is, nor how it limits people's perception of reality. It would take me too long to describe it here, but basically every word is a representation of the actual objects/ideas. Every person's idea is based on their limited experiences in life. Most importantly, nothing in this world can ever be defined, unless if one creates imaginary borders around it, like we have for countries.
godspeasant 5 months ago
@godspeasant You realize he's teaching a history class, right? He's discussing the history of language, not the nature of language. Bulliet's very familiar with the field of linguistics and a very well respected academic.
You're bringing up philosophy and cognitive neurosci issues (definition of a tree) in a history class. Maybe that's why all your conversations reach a premature end.
suckmecok 5 months ago 2
@godspeasant You're describing semiotics, which is certainly an interesting field, but doesn't really apply to a history course. And 'tree" has any number of definitions, depending on the context you're using when you apply the term. No word has a universal definition.
I'm still not sure I understand your criticism of the lecture.
michaelccozens 3 months ago