Apr 20, 2007 5:05:04 AM cite

Being the expression of the natures of the forces that perpetually shape/reshape the continuum, Universal Language IS --- irregardless of the fact that we are cognizant of little & understand even less. From the physical perspective, it is the unseen's revelation of it's self & the laws that define it. The stone; the stream; the blade of grass is but the expression of the force or forces that shaped/created it. The unseen is proven by the seen --- if we choose to see it. From the spiritual, it is expressed via the natures of & the conflict between that which is sufficient unto it's self & that which is not.

by BULBDUDE

Apr 15, 2007 2:05:12 AM cite

Depending on your perception and attitude towards the world and those who inhabit it.

by Meghan

Apr 10, 2007 8:40:35 PM cite

When we speak about language we speak about one person/group conveying an idea to another person/group. I suppose whether this be done through spoken language, music, science or whatever of means is irrelevant. However, when we speak about a 'universal language' we speak precisely of it being universal: everyone can understand it. It's not a case of saying: 'well, most people or a lot of people can understand English so that must be it.' What percentage constitutes 'universal' if it is not 100%? For me there is no percentage under 100% that constitutes universality. I think it is best to avoid all-encompassing terms like 'universal' and appreciate that we cannot convey a message by only one means and that it may take several means - combined or individually applied - to successfully communicate a message. That is the beauty in being different. The danger is when we don't take the time to make sure we have understood or/and have been understood.

by retter13

Apr 8, 2007 2:27:57 PM cite

at first i thought what many may have thought about - music. but is it really that simple? if one dwells into music and songs of far away cultures, their songs do not convey me emotions and ideas straight away. however, their mood may transgress their very notes and rhythms. hearing someone from another hemisphere or an entirely unknown culture speak may not tell me its meaning but his/her mood. and as soon I can attain an idea of someones mood, I hold the key to understand and sympathize, which is most important when it comes to gain an understanding of actually persons strange to us.

by PSionic

Apr 4, 2007 8:45:00 AM cite

Why this would need to be something that rises above any language barrier. Expressions of one's feelings or emotions through body language and/or facial expressions such as dancing, laughing or crying.

by friendly earthling

Apr 3, 2007 4:32:01 AM cite

tolerance, understanding, patience, love...

by Superunknown

Apr 2, 2007 1:30:50 PM cite

Good job Angles, you won.

by asdf1234

Mar 30, 2007 6:57:34 PM cite

Love is the universal language. And I'm not just saying like a stoned out hippy would, I am in no way a hippy. Anyway, I do believe that everyone understands and knows love when they see it or experience it. If not love, then I'd have to say Latin.

by timvc86

Mar 30, 2007 1:24:41 PM cite

I think that music is the universal language. I think everone can experiance the powerful feelings that come from music.

by derekmcquay

Mar 27, 2007 3:09:31 PM cite

UNDERSTANDING is ever a something that happens with communication partners who agree on a communication context. This is bound to time and space, therefore necessarily not universal.

by 2ndHaendel

Mar 22, 2007 7:55:30 PM cite

Now I think it is rather music - sound - then symbols or anything else!

by mbl

Mar 6, 2007 10:03:21 PM cite

What is the definition of the universal language? I am uncertain. If the question is asking for a definition, here is my answer: nonexistent. So far, many people have brought up plausible answers: music, dance, love, so on. Indeed, those can be more effective and inclusive than conventional speaking and writing. Nonetheless, no mode of communication will satisfy every single one of human beings on earth. Cultural and linguistic barriers rule out the written and oral language in this diverse world. On the other hand, some people are physically impaired. As some of us are deaf, blind or without the control of body, the language of music, dance, image, food - any sort of audio/visual/olfactory/sensational communication make no perfect universal language. In short, our diversity allows no such thing as the universal language. Perhaps, that is why we don't have universal language. Perhaps, that is why there are so many ways to communicate; because we don't have one solid universal language, we can always use more than one 'language' to safely transfer our meanings to one another.

by NaraeC

Feb 26, 2007 10:29:24 AM cite

Action is the universal language

by michika