Fear is a duty of sweet smile, fresh word, healing medicine, and endless masks
The quote from Naguib Mahfouz's "The Harafish" suggests that fear can be expressed in various forms, including a gentle smile, kind words, soothing remedies, and numerous facades. This signifies that while fear is a negative emotion, it can also manifest as something comforting or protective. It reflects the complexity of human emotions and how they intertwine with our behaviors and interactions.
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