Wovon man nicht sprechen kann, daruber muss man schweigen.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Language has limits; some experiences cannot be put into words and must remain silent.
- In plain terms
- Do not speak about things you cannot explain.
- What can you take from it?
- Silence is required beyond the limits of language.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What cannot be said?
- Is silence better than unclear speech?
Another view
Some ineffable experiences benefit from being described anyway.
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