Language is the stuff almost all human culture is made of. Human rights, for example, aren’t inscribed in our dna. Rather, they are cultural artefacts we created by telling stories and writing laws. Gods aren’t physical

entities that we can touch or see, but they exist in the stories we tell and the rituals we perform. Similarly, money is not a natural phenomenon, but a cultural construct that we use to represent value and exchange goods and services.

Language allows us to communicate with one another, share ideas, and create complex social structures. It enables us to transmit knowledge and culture across generations, and to imagine new possibilities for the future. Without language, human culture as we know it would not exist.

However, language is not a neutral tool, but is shaped by social and historical forces. The words we use and the meanings we attach to them are influenced by our cultural backgrounds, social status, and personal experiences. Language can be used to exclude and marginalize certain groups of people, or to reinforce dominant power structures.

Therefore, it is important to be aware of the ways in which language shapes our understanding of the world, and to use language in ways that promote inclusivity, diversity, and social justice. By recognizing the power of language, we can work towards creating a more equitable and just society.