No matter how much you know, no matter how much you think, no matter how much machines, feed and plan, you are not above sex. It is a very risky game. One would not have two thirds of the problems he has if the Albur of Jodienda did not run. Sex is what disorder our normally ordered lives.
Philip Roth The Dying Animal
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In Philip Roth's novel "The Dying Animal," the character explores the complex nature of human sexuality and its profound impact on our lives. Despite our knowledge, intellect, and technological assistance, the primal urges of sex disrupt the order we try to maintain in our lives. Roth implies that no amount of rational thinking can place us above the basic instincts that drive human behavior.

The narrative suggests that many of our struggles and challenges stem from the chaotic influence of desire. This disruption, represented by the metaphor of the "Albur of Jodienda," signifies how sexuality can complicate and unbalance our existence, indicating that our intimate lives significantly affect our overall well-being. Roth emphasizes the inevitable chaos that arises from our sexual interactions, reminding readers of the vulnerability that accompanies such experiences.

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