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#26 - Michael Johnson | Jhanas, Awakening and Vasocomputation

The Metagame

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Language as a Game: The Path to Clarity and Depth

Wittgenstein's perspective on language suggests that it is a construct formed from various games we play, where meaning is defined within the context of each game. This framework offers a refreshing approach to understanding philosophy, as it dissolves confusion by framing language and meaning in simpler terms. However, it also transforms certain philosophical inquiries, leading to more intriguing questions about the nature of these games, particularly regarding the diversity of linguistic applications across fields such as science, physics, mathematics, and sociology. This duality of dissolving confusion while presenting deeper inquiries exemplifies the richness of Wittgenstein's contributions to modern thought.

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