Philosophical Investigations (Ludwig Wittgenstein)

Ludwig Wittgenstein’s *Philosophical Investigations* explores how language shapes our understanding of reality. He argues that meaning arises from how words are used in specific social contexts, rather than from a fixed definition. Our language functions like a toolkit, with different “language games” for different activities. Misunderstandings occur when we treat words as having a static meaning, ignoring their use in everyday life. Wittgenstein emphasizes viewing language as part of human activity, encouraging us to examine how we communicate and think, rather than seeking ultimate, abstract truths.