The importance of Native language

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Language is the essence of culture. It is part of the identity of the individual. Language gives a sense of belonging. It then promotes an environment where brothers from the same community can share at another dimension ,the secrets inherent to their history.

People’s way of living, their history, and their philosophy are all understood and communicated through language. Although most communities, such as the Indians today speak English or other western languages, they still consider their traditional languages to be extremely important for cultural identity.

Even though many of these Native languages have disappeared now, many are still spoken. When the last speaker of a language passes away, the language is gone forever. Native communities should work hard to keep Native languages alive….