The Influence of Semantics and Rituals on Social Bonds

The speaker discusses the influence of semantics in forming societal norms, referencing the use of words like 'father' and 'brother'. They delve into Freud's perspective on totemization and the stages of the primal father's deification. The speaker touches on the exceptions to societal rules, like the ritualistic mourning and celebration of totem sacrifice to reinforce social bonds, drawing parallels to contemporary practices such as the Eucharist or communion.