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June 16 2020

The Language of Lies

The human language can convey complex information with incredible efficiency, such as describing uplifting descriptions and philosophies in just a few words. Maybe that is what really sets humanity apart. But language might cause deception and lies. One of the unique attributes of language is the ability to say things which are not. And it […]

legal1
May 26 2020

Language and the Law

Language is the main tool used by the law. Legal arguments are based on persuasion whether in the courtroom or during the preparation stage, and the hearings make use of unique language and legal terms. The language of the law distinguishes between norms and facts, and judgment applies norms on factual reality. Whether the norm […]

Magic1 (1)
May 10 2020

Magic words

Let’s be a little more mystical. Language creates reality not only by influencing and sweeping away audiences. Words, spells and talismans, according to the believers, have real magical power that can directly change reality, cure illness, win wars and open doors (Open Sesame!). That is, the syllables themselves (according to believers) have magical powers independent […]

evolution1
April 20 2020

The Language Revolution

Two revolutions have taken place in the field of language – the revolution of the language evolution and the revolution of language research in the academic world, which has occurred in the recent years. How can we explain the cultural evolution of human beings that evolved from a state similar to primates without language to […]

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