Question

How did perceptions of Deaf people in the classical period of Aristotle and in the early Medieval
period of St. Augustine reflect the thinking of that time? How were their perceptions about Deaf
culture different than what ours are today?
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Answer 1

Answer and Explanation:

Aristoteles believed that the deaf were unable to think, while St. Augustine believed that the deaf had strong difficulties in learning religious beliefs and in stimulating the faith. This shows that in the past it was common for people to believe that the deaf could not have a normal life, be independent and be able to make their own decisions and opinions. This type of thinking is very different from what we have today, as we now know that deafness does not prevent anyone from having a normal quality life. In addition to allowing the deaf to have a good mental and psychological development, allowing them to have a normal and independent life.