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> In Hawaiian traditions and belief systems, for example, the tree snails were connected to “the realm of the gods.” Hawaiian royalty revered them, which protec
by throwuxiytayq 5y ago
> In Hawaiian traditions and belief systems, for example, the tree snails were connected to “the realm of the gods.” Hawaiian royalty revered them, which protected them from overharvesting.
Having learned this piece of trivia, I don't feel like my understanding of the natural world has moved an inch.
While there are important reasons to preserve these languages, I'm having a hard time buying this one.
- earleybird 5y agoI agree that it is important to preserve these languages and have the same concern about the claim. I'm inclined to believe that it is experiencing the natural world that builds understanding. Expressing that understanding is separate from the understanding itself.