Language and abstraction ?

Re: Language and abstraction ?
Abstract concepts are language.
How can I express abstract concepts if not within language?

The department of philosophy at Cambrige has mastered the art of extracting sustenance and comfort,in the widest sense,from abstract concepts.
They have shown the way and a host of lesser mortals are charging after them albeit with somewhat shorter strides.

spendius.

language: system for communicating ideas and feelings using sounds, gestures, signs, or marks.
www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/glossary/glossary.asp


abstraction: a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance; "he loved her only in the abstract--not in person"
http://dict.die.net/abstraction/



doyouknowhim asked:



Using the above 2 definitions, I would say I use both. Providing unconditional positive regard to some whom one loves could be interpreted as using an abstraction. Confirming to some by telling them how I feel could be interpreted as using language.

In my opinion, both ways need to be used. The question reminds me of 'walking the walk and not just talking the talk.'

Val, you asked " How can I express abstract concepts without language" ? Abstract conceptualization can be expressed in the arts and the sciences without the independence of language ?

Doyouknowhim

Yes, but arts and science also have their own language