O trabalho de Naguib Mahfouz geralmente explora temas profundos que refletem sobre a existência humana e as lutas sociais. Em "The Meggar", o inquérito colocado na citação, "a vida significa que recomendamos covardia e cegueira?" Desafia os leitores a considerar as implicações morais de suas escolhas. It suggests that simply navigating through life without confronting truth or embracing courage is insufficient.
This reflection emphasizes the importance of actively engaging with life's challenges and the potential consequences of inaction. Mahfouz urges a deeper understanding of one's role in society and the necessity for courage in facing unavoidable truths, encouraging readers to seek clarity and strength rather than retreating into ignorance or fear.