John Deely

John Deely was a philosopher and semiotician known for studying signs, symbols, and how meaning is communicated. He explored how humans create and interpret meanings through language, representations, and cultural tools. Deely emphasized the importance of understanding signs in context, highlighting that our perceptions and thoughts are shaped by the signs we use daily. His work bridges philosophy, linguistics, and anthropology, providing insight into how humans make sense of the world around them through shared symbols and systems of meaning.