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The Albanian language holds a unique secret: its vocabulary reveals an intricate relationship between east-west orientation and the sunrise/sunset cycle. This linguistic phenomenon sheds light on the cognitive processes of ancient Albanians, highlighting their deep connection with nature and the environment. The Logic of Orientation: Sunrise and Numbering In Albanian, the east is associated with sunrise, symbolizing birth and renewal. This correlation underlies the language's logical structure, where: 1. East (Lindje) = Sunrise (Lindja) = Give birth (Lind)= Number One (ni- Geg Albanian) 2. The numbering of directions and time begins simultaneously from this reference point. Embodied Cognition: Facing the Sunrise When standing facing the rising sun, the Albanian speaker's orientation influences their conceptual framework: 1. Anatol (East) = Sunrise = First Movement of the Sun, where the Sun *del (exits) and *lind (born) 2. Left hand = North (Veri) = Direction of Winds (Vi'er

In the realm of linguistics, few words have captivated the imagination like the ancient Greek term "oides" (ὠίδης), meaning "song" or "lamentation." But what lies behind this enigmatic term? A fascinating exploration of the Albanian language and culture reveals a profound connection between the sounds of lamentation and the shaping of European language. The Concrete Practice of Lament Songs The Albanian tradition of wailing or Gjëmë (Gjâmë in the Gae dialect) is a mourning custom where a group of men or women lament the dead. This ancient practice, now almost extinct, has its roots in the Dardan burial stelae of classical antiquity. The pictorial representations of this tradition in traditional villages inhabited by Albanians demonstrate the significance of lamentation in Albanian culture. The Ailinon Exclamatory Chorus Bledar Kondi's research highlights the Ailinon exclamatory chorus, originating in agrarian religion, which can be compared to a series

Abstract This article examines the etymological connection between Albanian and Greek "patris" (πατρίς), demonstrating Albanian's significant influence on ancient Greek. Through phonetic and semantic analysis, we reveal the conservative nature of Albanian and its importance in understanding Indo-European roots. Introduction The Greek concept of "patris" (πατρίς), denoting "homeland" or "fatherland," has sparked linguistic interest. This study provides a novel etymological analysis, tracing "patris" to Albanian roots. Etymological Analysis Albanian's conservative nature preserves ancient sounds and meanings. Consider the etymological development: *bho > bha > ba_ (to make, passive to be made/created) + *At_ (father) + *ris (rris)_ (grow up, rise) Ba > Pa (phonetic shift) Patris = Pa (to be made) - AT (father) - rris (to grow up) This etymology suggests "patris" signifies "the place where I was made, grew u

Historical Background The Roman gens Julia, including Julius Caesar, bore a name that has puzzled linguists for centuries. Traditional etymologies linked "Julius" to Latin "iuvare" (to help) or "Iovis" (of Jupiter), but these explanations remain unsatisfying. Linguistic Analysis A fresh examination reveals a compelling connection between "Julius" and Albanian "Yll" (star): 1. *PIE Root*: The Proto-Indo-European root "*dyeu-" means "to shine" and is associated with celestial bodies. 2. *Albanian Yll*: "Yll" retains the original meaning, referring to a star. 3. *Latin Iulius*: The Latin name "Iulius" likely derives from "*iuli-", a formation from *Yli. The Latin "IU" replaces the original "Y" sound, lost in Latin. 4. *Sound Shifts*: The shift from "Y" to "IU" in Latin. Albanian preserves the original "Y" sound. Etymological Connection Consi

European linguists often attribute the etymology of "concentrate" to Latin words "con-" (together) and "centrum" (center). However, this explanation obscures the true semantic connections. Albanian Insights  Albanian phrase "me kon ne kender" (to be in the center) reveals a more logical etymological link. "Kon" is Geg Albanian, the infinitive of the verb to be, and "center" originates from "rreth" (circle) of Albanian language, a rtc of of "RET" and "RRETH-UM" (surrounded). Deconstructing Latin Etymology The claimed Latin origin of "centre" from "centrum" and Greek "kentron" (sharp point) is flawed. Albanian "rreth" (circle) explains "centrum," while Latin lacks this connection. Unveiling Linguistic Manipulation This etymological distortion conceals the Albanian language's primacy. The concept of "i rrethum" (surrounded) and the symbo

The Origins of Wheat and Language Tokat a ARBANSVE (ARBIOS) së pari përhapën në botë grurin dhe më pas qytetërimin dhe gjuhën e tij. Historia e drithit në Evropë fillon me perdorimin e drithërave te egra përpara futjes se drithërave të zbutura, përhapjen e bujqësisë dhe zhvillimin e bimes kryrsore per prodhimin e bukës. Gjuetarët-mbledhës në Gadishullin Qendror të Ballkanit hëngrën drithëra të egra për mijëra vjet përpara kultivimit të drithërave të zbutura e cila filloi në Anatoli (Turqia e sotme) rreth 10,000 vjet më parë. Anatolian Origins Një këndvështrim i ri shumë interesant për origjinën e gjuhës nisi me kërkimin e Quentin Atkinson në Universitetin e Auckland në Zelandën e Re. (Shkenca 24 gusht 2012: Vol. 337 nr. 6097 fq. 957-960 DOI: 10.1126/science.1219669). Grupi i tij ishte i pari që gjeti një mbështetje vendimtare për origjinën anatoliane të gjuhës indo-evropiane. Sipas hulumtimit të tij, fidani i pemës së IE filloi 8000-9500 vjet më parë nga Anadolli së bashku me zgjerimin

The Albanian Origins of Romance "Questo" (This) Fatmir Iliazi Abstract This article proposes an Albanian etymology for the Romance word "questo" (this), challenging traditional Latin-based explanations. Introduction The word "questo" (this) is ubiquitous in Romance languages. However, its semantic complexity remains unexplained by Latin-derived theories. Albanian Connection Albanian offers a compelling etymological explanation: 1. Ky (this one) 2. Eshte (is) The Albanian forms *a (is), asht, isht underlies the existential form "a i zon=a i bër" (it is made, done, created), also rooted in the verb "exist." Semantic Analysis Albanian provides a richer semantic understanding: - Proximity in space and time - Presence and current relevance - Contrast with distal demonstratives (e.g., "that") Comparative Linguistics | Language | Demonstrative | | Albanian | Ky (this) | | Italian | Questo (this) | | Spanish | Este (this) | | French |