Accomplished Quote by William S. Burroughs
“The forward step must be made in silence. We detach ourselves from word forms - this can be accomplished by substituting for words, letters, concepts, verbal concepts, other modes of expressions: for example, color.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Language of the Future", 1971
Silence can be achieved by replacing words with other sensory or symbolic forms, like color, to bypass verbal constraints.
In simple terms: Use non‑verbal symbols to communicate beyond language.
Key Takeaway
Experiment with visual or sensory metaphors for expression.
Themes
communication
creativity
language
expression
Mood
experimental
thought‑provoking
Type
philosophical
creative
When to use this quote
- writing
- visual art
- performance
- therapy
Key Concepts
semiotics
symbolism
sensory substitution
artistic technique
Questions to Reflect On
- What non‑verbal medium could replace a specific word for you?
- How does color convey meaning differently than text?
A Different Perspective
Non‑verbal symbols may be misinterpreted without shared context.
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