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The only reality we can ever truly know is that of our perceptions, our own consciousness, while that consciousness, and thus our entire reality, is made of nothing but signs and symbols. Nothing but language. Even God requires language before conceiving the Universe. See Genesis: “In the beginning was the Word.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Our understanding of reality is shaped by our perceptions and language.
This quote by Alan Moore emphasizes the idea that reality is not an objective truth but rather a construct of our consciousness and interpretations. It suggests that our perceptions are mediated through language and symbols, which shape how we understand and engage with the world around us. The reference to Genesis highlights the foundational role of language in the creation and understanding of existence itself.
Themes
PerceptionConsciousnessRealityLanguageSymbols
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about the nature of reality during a philosophy course.
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