Everything that occurs out of necessity, everything expected, repeated day in and day out is mute. Only chance can speak to us. We read its message much as gypsies read the images made by coffee grounds at the bottom of the cup.
The quote emphasizes the idea that daily routines and predictable events lack significance, as they are driven by necessity and repetition. In contrast, unexpected occurrences hold deeper meaning and can convey messages that resonate with us. These moments of chance are seen as opportunities for reflection and insight.
Kundera uses the metaphor of gypsies interpreting coffee grounds to illustrate how we can find meaning in randomness. Just as the patterns left in the cup can reveal hidden truths, life's unpredictability offers us a chance to explore new perspectives and understand ourselves better.
