Генезис лингвистической философии в эпистемологии античности
The purpose of the paper is researching linguistic philosophy genesis. The ancient doctrines are used as research base. Methodology : The basic hypothesis is a concept, which implies the interrelation between language and thinking. Analysis for the presence of this concept is carried out. The subjects of inquiry are Xenophanes, Heraclitus, Parmenides, Democritus, the Sophists, Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, the Stoics and Chrisippos’ proceedings. Historical analysis is based on the original sources, as well as on the findings of subsequent research. Findings: The interrelation between language and thinking was first discussedin the pre-Socratic period. This concept saw multidimensional investigation in the antique proceedings. Direct and dialectical interrelations between language and thinking, as well as ethical and psychological aspects are discovered. Theoretical value: The results stimulate the in-depth study of linguistic philosophy history. They contribute to the formation of fuller appreciation of its process of establishment.