Mystical ineffability: a nonconceptual theory
International Journal for Philosophy of Religion February 21, 2024 Sebastian Gäb 4 citations
Abstract This paper discusses the nonconceptual theory of mystical ineffability which claims that mystical experiences can’t be expressed linguistically because they can’t be conceptualized. I discuss and refute two objections against it: (a) that unconceptualized experiences are impossible, and (b) that the theory is ad hoc because it provides no reason for why mystical experiences should be...