The essence of the question is the opening up, and keeping open, of possibilities.
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The process of translating comprises in its essence the whole secret of human understanding of the world and of social communication.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Translation is key to understanding the world and communicating socially.
In this quote, Hans-Georg Gadamer emphasizes that translation is not merely a linguistic exercise but a profound mechanism through which individuals comprehend their environment and engage with one another. He suggests that the act of translating ideas and cultures reveals the underlying truths of human experience and fosters meaningful dialogue across diverse contexts.
Themes
TranslationUnderstandingCommunicationHuman ExperienceSocial Interaction
In practice
Example use cases
In a lecture on intercultural communication, you can use this quote to highlight the importance of translation.
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