overarching themes and objectives of the lectures. Müller reflects on his motivation to delve into the science of language, emphasizing its recent emergence as a field of study. He provides an overview of the challenges posed by the complexity of language and its historical transformations, arguing for the significance of understanding language as an essential aspect of human identity and knowledge. Müller outlines his intention to attract the attention of scholars from various fields to recognize the value of language science, asserting that it reveals profound insights into the human condition that go beyond mere words. This introduction sets the stage for a deeper exploration into the intricacies of language, positioning it as a vital area of inquiry within the broader context of human knowledge. (This is an automatically generated summary.)