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No, unless you carefully observe your surroundings. Deaf people learn, and so do blind people. There are many methods of learning, but the wisest among us use all available resources to their advantage.
Hellen Keller, despite being blind and deaf, was an educator and author. She quickly learned to communicate by using finger signals on the palm and learned to read using Braille. She wrote many books on her struggles which helped other similarly disabled people lead productive lives.
67% of all blind people in the U.S are all currently drug abusers. -New York Times
Deaf people communicate by sign language and all can lip read; some deaf people can talk or can't depending on the diagnosis from their doctor (these individuals would be classified as deaf and mute (can't speak.)
According to the National Center for Health Statistics, 21.2 million blind adults live in the US.
Yes, there are many schools which cater only to the deaf. These schools have many different methods of teaching, for example some may place emphasis on sign language and others on lipreading.
Not many people today are like blind Bartimaeus. They are more like the Laodicean church, which did not know that they were blind, (Revelation 3.17). If we knew we were spiritually blind, we could also cry out for sight until the Lord heard us, like Bartimaeus!
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Today, we benefit from Helen Keller's legacy by being inspired by her perseverance and determination in overcoming significant challenges. Her advocacy for people with disabilities has led to improved access to education, resources, and opportunities for individuals with sensory impairments. Keller's story continues to influence and empower individuals to achieve their goals despite obstacles.
Helen Keller taught us about resilience, determination, and the power of communication. Despite being deaf and blind from a young age, she overcame these challenges to become an inspiration for many by advocating for people with disabilities and promoting education and inclusion. Her life story continues to inspire people to overcome obstacles and strive for a better world.