“Comparison of statements made at different periods frequently enable u...” — Edward Sapir Quote

“Comparison of statements made at different periods frequently enable us to give maximal and minimal dates to the appearance of a cultural element or to assign the time limits to a movement of population.”

“National languages are all huge systems of vested interests which sullenly resist critical inquiry.”

“As a matter of fact, a national language which spreads beyond its own confines very quickly loses much of its original richness of content and is in no better case than a constructed language.”

“The band broke up because I couldn't bear Rotten anymore because he was an embarrassment with his silly hats and his, like, shabby, dirty, nasty looking appearance.”

“What was the appearance of God the Father? Like that of a man... God has the likeness of fingers and hands and a face.”

“Biology is the study of complicated things that have the appearance of having been designed with a purpose.”