10-2g2c1a Universality of symbols - if one specie can manipulate symbols, then that species can understand any other species who also use symbols
10-2g2c2 Human minds are capable of knowing what ideas mean
(Not so) crazy connections:
1-2g1d We are universal explainers. We can transcend our biological limitations.
5-1b1a1b What can be universal is knowledge. But knowledge has to be instantiated by physical medium and this involves technology (e.g., pen and paper).
3-1d4a What matters is if your tools-frameworks are universal
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We can benefit from accidental knowledge like all life have been, but we can create knowledge intentionally.
5-1b1a2 Some technology contains knowledge which can be universal. You can’t predict how people will use such technology.
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However, symbols and cultures exist symbiotically. That is, symbols can represent anything but are always constrained by the cultures.
10-2g3 Symbols are shaped by social values, social knowledge, and social structures
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