Human reason Quote by Claude Levi-Strauss
“Language is a form of human reason, which has its internal logic of which man knows nothing.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Savage Mind, 1962
Human language reflects deep reasoning but its underlying logic remains elusive to us.
In simple terms: Language is logical yet mysterious.
Explore the hidden structures of thought.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- education
- cross‑cultural communication
- philosophical debate
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does language shape thought?
- Can we ever fully grasp its logic?
Assumes a single logic across cultures.