The journey seems to be quite long. The young man seems to have boarded Auguste Compte's train, to have passed through the theology station, whose motto was: "Yes! Believe and do not research to stop and poke around now in the realms of metaphysics whose motto is: "No!", and in the distance realism can be glimpsed, on the frontispiece of which is written: "Open your eyes and dare!".
Naguib Mahfouz Palace of Desire
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The young traveler in Naguib Mahfouz's "Palace of Desire" appears to be on a significant and protracted journey. He has embarked on a metaphorical train, represented by Auguste Comte's philosophical ideas, where each station reflects different ideologies. Initially, he stops at the theology station, which promotes a blind faith devoid of inquiry or critical thinking, reinforcing the idea of acceptance without investigation.

As he continues his journey, he transitions to the realm of metaphysics, which encourages skepticism and questions established beliefs, instead advocating for a deeper exploration of existence. Ultimately, he approaches realism, beckoned by the call to open his eyes and embrace reality. This journey highlights the conflict between belief systems and the pursuit of truth, illustrating a struggle between faith, questioning, and the acceptance of reality.

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Complete bliss is something that happened. There is something we miss every time we are alone with ourselves, but it doesn't come back. It appears to us from the past with a pale memory, like that soft light that filters through the peephole in the door.
Naguib Mahfouz Palace of Desire
Complete bliss is something that happened. There is something we miss every time we are alone with ourselves, but it doesn't come back. It appears to us from the past with a pale memory, like that soft light that filters through the peephole in the door.
The journey seems to be quite long. The young man seems to have boarded Auguste Compte's train, to have passed through the theology station, whose motto was: "Yes! Believe and do not research to stop and poke around now in the realms of metaphysics whose motto is: "No!", and in the distance realism can be glimpsed, on the frontispiece of which is written: "Open your eyes and dare!".
Naguib Mahfouz Palace of Desire
The journey seems to be quite long. The young man seems to have boarded Auguste Compte's train, to have passed through the theology station, whose motto was: "Yes! Believe and do not research to stop and poke around now in the realms of metaphysics whose motto is: "No!", and in the distance realism can be glimpsed, on the frontispiece of which is written: "Open your eyes and dare!".
Isn't it sad that a man of no significance like this marriage clerk should impede the progress of your life? But a lowly worm eats the corpses of the most exalted individuals.
Naguib Mahfouz Palace of Desire
Isn't it sad that a man of no significance like this marriage clerk should impede the progress of your life? But a lowly worm eats the corpses of the most exalted individuals.
Beauty itself is a painful convulsion in the heart, an abundance of vitality in the soul, and a mad chase undertaken by the spirit until it encounters the heavens.
Naguib Mahfouz Palace of Desire
Beauty itself is a painful convulsion in the heart, an abundance of vitality in the soul, and a mad chase undertaken by the spirit until it encounters the heavens.
Treat a disease with drunkenness, laughter, and sport. If you find any trace of it after that, give it to me.
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Treat a disease with drunkenness, laughter, and sport. If you find any trace of it after that, give it to me.
From the splendors of the coffee, the mongeaunt remained unchanged.
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The journey seems to be quite long. The young man seems to have boarded Auguste Compte's train, to have passed through the theology station, whose motto was: "Yes! Believe and do not research to stop and poke around now in the realms of metaphysics whose motto is: "No!", and in the distance realism can be glimpsed, on the frontispiece of which is written: "Open your eyes and dare!".
Naguib Mahfouz Palace of Desire
The journey seems to be quite long. The young man seems to have boarded Auguste Compte's train, to have passed through the theology station, whose motto was: "Yes! Believe and do not research to stop and poke around now in the realms of metaphysics whose motto is: "No!", and in the distance realism can be glimpsed, on the frontispiece of which is written: "Open your eyes and dare!".
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