Inscribed on it was a verse from the Quatrains of Omar Khayyam, the eleventh-century Persian mystic. Reading the words aloud I prepared for a most amazing journey:The sages who have compassed sea and land,Their secret to search out and understand,My mind misgives me if they ever solveThe scheme on which the universe is planned.
The passage quotes a verse from the Quatrains of Omar Khayyam, emphasizing the pursuit of knowledge and the mysteries of the universe. It reflects on the endeavors of sages who explore the world, seeking to unravel its secrets. The narrator expresses a sense of uncertainty about whether anyone can truly comprehend the grand design of the universe.
This sets the stage for a profound journey, inviting readers to ponder the complexities...