Linguistic glob

1. Introduction: The Alphabet as a Cultural Event Among the many inventions that have shaped human history, the alphabet stands uniquely at the boundary of the technical and the mythical. It is at once a system of signs—compact, efficient, repeatable—and a cultural artifact that carries, often silently, the memory of ancient imaginations about the nature of language. The alphabet we now call “Greek,” derived from the Phoenician script and foundational for later European writing traditions, has long been studied historically and philologically. Yet beyond phonetic value and historical lineage lies another dimension: the symbolic life of letters. This essay offers an interpretive and metaphorical meditation on the symbolic meanings of the earliest letters of the Greek alphabet. The inquiry does not attempt to revise the well-established historical account of its Semitic origins; nor does it argue for direct linguistic descent from any particular language. Rather, it explores how concep...

Nero / Neró: Linguistic Divergence and Symbolic Convergence Author:   Fatmir Iliazi Word Count: ~1,200 Abstract This article examines the apparent phonetic similarity between the Modern Greek noun neró (νερό), meaning “water,” and the Latin proper name Nero . Although historical linguistics establishes no etymological relationship between the two forms, symbolic and structural analysis suggests that both can be interpreted through a shared matrix of elemental and cosmological meanings. The study therefore distinguishes between (1) diachronic linguistic development and (2) a speculative symbolic-hermeneutic code, arguing that while the words diverge in historical origin, they may converge within a broader semiotic system rooted in rotation, cyclicality, and life-generative processes. Keywords Neró; Nero; Greek linguistics; Latin names; symbolism; structural hermeneutics; elemental semiotics; rotational code. 1. Introduction Cross-linguistic phonetic correspondences oft...

Position: Toward a Conceptual and Symbolic Reconstruction The conventional etymological narrative traces position to late Middle English posicioun , adopted from Old French posicion and ultimately from Latin positio —a noun of state derived from ponere , “to put, to place.” Classical philology thus interprets position primarily as an act of placement or the result of placing. Competing Indo-European derivations further nuance this picture: one hypothesis links it to a Proto-Indo-European root meaning “to leave, to let go,” while another connects it to a root meaning “to build, settle, or dwell,” thereby situating position within the broader semantic field of habitation, foundation, and emplacement. Historically, the semantic evolution of position converges around spatial, logical, and social domains. In the sixteenth century it designates the place a person or object occupies; by the eighteenth century it also refers to the configuration of a body in space; and by the nineteenth...

The Metaphysics of Q Symbol, Sound, and the Primordial Grammar of Creation 1. Introduction: Q as a Survival of the Pre-Linguistic World Among the letters of the modern alphabet, Q stands out as an anomaly—a sound that resists easy articulation, a symbol whose ancient weight exceeds its contemporary use, a glyph that seems to have wandered into the modern world from a far older cosmological order. Unlike letters whose origins are clear within the evolution of writing systems, Q carries the aura of an inherited mystery. Its very pronunciation requires a bodily gesture that feels ritualistic: a rising of the tongue, a shaping of the mouth, a momentary meeting of interior pressure and exterior release. In the Albanian sound qi , we encounter this primordial resonance directly. Before it became a letter, before writing existed, qi belonged to the ancient stratum of vibrational meaning , where sound was not a symbol of the world but the world’s expression through human breath . The met...

Do Dogs Think? Rethinking Canine Cognition Beyond Linguistic Models Author:  Fatmir Iliazi Word Count: ~2,000 Abstract This article examines whether dogs engage in genuine cognitive processes—specifically, whether they “think”—despite lacking a linguistic system comparable to that of humans. Traditional models of cognition often link thought to language, suggesting that non-linguistic species possess only limited or reactive mental processes. Through theoretical analysis and a detailed behavioral case study involving a domestic dog, this article argues that canine cognition involves intentionality, social inference, memory integration, and context-sensitive problem-solving. These findings challenge language-centric views of thought and demonstrate that dogs possess a non-linguistic yet structurally coherent form of cognition rooted in perceptual, emotional, and associative systems. The article proposes a broader conceptual framework for understanding animal minds as capable of th...

Abstract This article proposes a symbolic–iconic interpretive model—here termed the Symbolic Codex of the Albanian Language —as an alternative to conventional comparative and historical linguistic methodologies. The central claim is that Albanian preserves an archaic system of graphic, phonetic, and kinematic codes embedded in the structure of its lexicon. These symbolic codes, it is argued, predate and underlie later linguistic developments in the Mediterranean sphere, including those visible in Etruscan, Latin, and Italian. Through a structural comparison of the Albanian goja/gola (“mouth”) and the Italian sole (“sun”), the article demonstrates how distinct semantic fields can exhibit identical symbolic architectures. The existence of this shared architecture suggests a deeper, often overlooked continuity of linguistic intelligence grounded in early Albanian conceptual systems. Conventional Indo-European etymology, while genealogically useful, is shown to be insufficient for expla...

The question of symbolism begins not with an object but with an origin—an emergence of meaning prior to any distinction between the “first” and the “pure.” In the horizon of early thought, these two do not confront each other as separate concepts; they are co-given, unfolding from the same primordial openness of being. Their unity arises because both are grounded in a singular symbolic event, a gesture through which language first lets the world appear. The initial form of being is pure not as a moral category but as an ontological condition. It is the state in which being has not yet been touched by the sedimentation of alteration, by the layering that conceals as much as it reveals. Once modification occurs, a second stratum is imposed—an intrusion of otherness that veils the transparency of the first. In this moment, the originary I (A) withdraws; its presence recedes into a form of absence, into what Heidegger might call a “no-longer” that nevertheless continues to speak through ...

The Latin neuter sīgnŭm /ˈsiːɡ.nʊm/ (< earlier sīg-nom ) is traditionally glossed as ‘sign, mark, token’. Classical Indo-European etymologies situate it within two principal derivational pathways: PIE sek- ‘to cut, divide’ → semantic trajectory “cut, incision → mark” → Latin secāre ‘to cut’, segmentum PIE sekʷ- ‘to follow, pursue’ → semantic trajectory “follow → indicate → signify” → Latin sequor , consequi Both reconstructions are formally plausible but exhibit nontrivial semantic discontinuities and fail to account for the internal morphological structure sīg- + -num . 1. Symbolic-Morphological Decomposition: (SY) + (G) Hypothesis Under a symbolic philology framework, sīgnŭm may be decomposed into the symbolic root SY plus the object-marker consonant G , yielding a structure SY-G + -num → “that which the eye directs itself toward.” The proposed symbolic root SY corresponds to Albanian sy /sy/ ‘eye’ < Proto-Albanian *su/*sü/*si (> PIE ḱsu-? or pre-IE ...

Abstract This article examines etymology not as a narrow linguistic procedure but as a philosophical and epistemological investigation into the origins of human language. It argues that etymological inquiry, when freed from prevailing contemporary ideological constraints, becomes a multidimensional method for uncovering the conceptual, symbolic, and physical structures embedded in words. Using Albanian as a primary case study, the article proposes that the Albanian language preserves conceptual and symbolic forms that challenge widely accepted Indo-European reconstructions. Through examples such as the semantic field of circle and the problematic etymology of Latin prātum , the paper highlights the need to reassess linguistic origins by reintroducing Albanian into comparative analysis. 1. Introduction Etymology has often been reduced to a technical exercise concerned with tracing phonological developments and reconstructing hypothetical roots. Such an approach, shaped by modern lingui...

Linguistic Glob is an academically oriented blog dedicated to the study of historical linguistics , etymology , and the origins of language . Its purpose is to encourage critical reflection and scholarly discussion on the development, structure, and symbolism of languages. The blog presents theories, interpretations, and alternative perspectives that challenge or expand established linguistic studies. Through detailed analyses, the posts explore how words and alphabetic symbols carry profound historical and cultural meanings, drawing on comparative methods and interdisciplinary research .

N is a symbol oof movement and stopping.It represents an impassable object in front of you, or the place where you must go and then stop — going no further. The left side of the letter N — the vertical line and the diagonal stroke that is not at a right angle — originally came from a serpentine line, symbolizing movement. The right side, the second vertical line, represents the obstacle or the end point of that movement. An illustration that helps explain the origin of the letter N can be found in the movement of walking feet, from which it descends, and in the double Z of the Illyrians. Since the dawn of spoken language, the image of a person walking or running — feet and hands in motion — has served as a chosen symbol of movement. Over time, Albanians and other European peoples lost the original meanings of many ancient symbols, yet the Albanian language preserved them within itself. The letters of the alphabet come from symbols that reflect objects, actions, and human experiences — ...

The history of the Albanians and their language stands defenseless against the ignorance of modern European historians and linguists who remain determined to uphold the great falsehood surrounding Albanian history and language. In reality, the Albanian language forms the foundation of both the Greek and Slavic alphabets. Its words serve as symbols that explain the meaning of each of their letters — from alpha from the Albanian language word "fjala" meaning “word,” to glagolitic, from the Albanian language word "gola" meaning “mouth.” A word is not merely a sound but the expression linked to an alphabetic symbol; the mouth, in turn, is the source of both the word and of speech itself. Yet, modern scholarship continues to promote certain misconceptions as established truths: “The Greek alphabet is derived from the Phoenician alphabet, and its letters have specific meanings and origins. The letter ‘alpha’ is believed to come from the Phoenician ‘aleph,’ representing th...

The D also carries the symbolism of division or half, being a semi-circular division that not only divides but also implies damage or incompleteness. This symbol has generated various words, some of which have evolved metaphorically in Albanian words like "gjysmak". Despite differing in form, these words originate from the same primordial symbol. Linguists think that the Albanian word "gjysmak" derives from the root word "gjysmë" ("half"), with the suffix "-ak". The etymology of "gjysmë" is complex, but it is believed to reflect a development from a Proto-Indo-European (PIE) root related to "half" or "part". This etymological approach is very limited, focusing on a single aspect of the word's development. The method of etymology oversimplify the complexities of word origins. The true origins of words can be multifaceted, influenced by various symbolic and metaphorization factors. It's possible that ...

Amateur etymology at its finest!  Someone on Facebook came up with a novel etymology, claiming that 'rrush' (grape) of the Albanian language originates from 'ru shijen' (to hold the test).  This author also plays a lot of his etimologies with word rotations, like 'rrush' and 'shurr'.  But let's get real – while "rrush" (grapes) preserve the taste, does "shurrë " (urine) really do the same?  Who's been testing urine to make such etymological claims?  It's reminiscent of another gem from the beniamins of this author, where they claim the German 'UL+' comes from the Albanian 'LU' (to move).  By that logic, shouldn't 'shurrë' (urine) come from 'rrush' (grape) using the same amateur methodology?

The Double-Headed Eagle is an emblem that has captivated many, whether through its association with the Byzantines, the Roman Empire, or Skanderbeg's Albania (Arbërija). However, few people know that the origins of this symbol date back to the Hittites, who used it around 3300 years ago, as seen in the Hittite settlement of Alaca Hoyuk. In Albania, the Double-Headed Eagle has a rich history. It is featured on the country's flag and was also used by the Principality of Albania. The Kastriot family, a prominent Albanian noble family, adopted the Double-Headed Eagle as its emblem in the 14th and 15th centuries. Other notable families, such as the Dukagjin and Arianite families, also used the symbol, as did the League of Lezha, which employed the Kastriot flag. The Double-Headed Eagle's significance extends beyond Albania's borders. During Jan Hunyadi's campaign in Niš in 1443, Skanderbeg, along with several hundred Albanians, deserted the Turkish army, fighting under t...

The Albanian word ngordh is believed to come from the Proto-Albanian word *kār(i)da, which in turn derives from the Proto-Indo-European root *kēr dʰeh₁- ("to take root, to harden"). It originally had an n- as a prefix and meant "to die of hunger". Proto-Albanian: kār(i)da Proto-Indo-European: kēr dʰeh₁- ("to take root, to harden") Original meaning: "To die of hunger" Current usage: The word is now used specifically for animals that die. Symbolic etymology: Life is an O in R-rolling. Where ngordh goes to DHE, on the other hand. There are the words RRO and NDRRON related to this symbolism. NG is the symbol for its prohibition. This is confirmed by the other words NGEC and NUK (NG) as negating movement and expressions of negation of something. The anagram of NGORDH is DHROGN which includes the other two symbols in RRO and N'DRRON. In these symbols lies also the Latin MORIOR and the English DIE.

Free Operator -G(ë)- Symbol For the fifth time in the last 15 years, I'm revisiting the symbolism of "G" in the Albanian language. A remarkable example comes from the Vinca culture (5700-4500 BC), where a unique, handmade ceramic vessel with a vein was discovered in Central Europe. This ancient artifact holds significant importance in understanding the evolution of language and symbolism. Modern etymology often falls short in grasping the symbolic essence of word construction, relying on partial and truncated methods. The symbol "G" is a prime example. The word "vegë" illustrates this symbolism, yet official etymology deviates from its true essence, overlooking the time of creation, applied symbolism, and possible previous symbol-concepts. Let's examine two key points: 1. When was the word "vegë" created? Elementary logic suggests it was around 7000 years ago, in the Vinca culture, when the first clay vessel with a vein (called "poçe...

Operatori i lirë -G(ë)- Po i rikthehem përsëri, nuk i kam numëruar sa herë i kam bërë simbolikes se G-së së gjuhēs shqipe. Në Evropën Qendrore, Periudha Neolitike, kultura që quhet sot Vinca, rreth viteve 5700 deri në 4500 p.e.s. eshtë gjetur një enë qeramike e mrekullueshme e punuar me dorë me formë unike, që paraqet një këmbë në formë unaze, një trup në formë diamanti, një qafë tubulare dhe një buzë rrethore të hapur. Duke paraqitur një nuancë të pasur ngjyrë kafe të errët, ena e lashtë është e zbukuruar me vija të bukura të incizuara me bojë të bardhë që formojnë katër regjistra vijash vertikale, diagonale, me pika dhe të valëzuara. Dizajne të ngjashme me shënjestër paraqiten në secilin cep të trupit në formë diamanti. Një dorezë në formë shiriti shtrihet nga shpatulla në buzë me një formë dekorative në formë skedë që del në majë. Madhësia: 3.25" në diametër x 4.625" lartësi (8.3 cm x 11.7 cm) Kjo pjesë është testuar duke përdorur analizën termolumineshencë (TL) CIRAM dhe ...

The official etymology suggests that the Danish word "svigerfar" (father-in-law) is a compound of "sviger-" and "far," with "sviger-" being a calque of the German "schwieger-," derived from Proto-Germanic "swegrō" (meaning "mother-in-law") and ultimately tracing back to the Proto-Indo-European root for "father-in-law." However, an alternative analysis breaks down the element "svigër" into components. The prefix "s-" might indicate negation, while "vi"  could relate to the Albanian concept of "to set or place." The suffix "-ër" might be a linguistic ending without semantic meaning. The symbolic core root "gë" could be linked to Albanian words conveying connection, such as "gojë" (mouth), "gjuhë" (tongue), "gurë" (stone), "gisht" (finger), and "gju" (knee). In this context, "svigër" might or...