I don’t think “out there” is meant to exclude the map itself- its metaphorical language.
But it can be taken as meaning to exclude the mind. I’m clearly not arguing with Luke’s intended meaning, so the intended meaning is irrelevant to this issue, only possible interpretations of the text as written.
(Nods and shrugs) Is there a way to make the point both accurately and simply? The whole thing is a mess of recursive reference.
I don’t think “out there” is meant to exclude the map itself- its metaphorical language.
But it can be taken as meaning to exclude the mind. I’m clearly not arguing with Luke’s intended meaning, so the intended meaning is irrelevant to this issue, only possible interpretations of the text as written.
(Nods and shrugs) Is there a way to make the point both accurately and simply? The whole thing is a mess of recursive reference.