Normally he was fond of most things. He was a good-natured and cheerful young man, who liked life and the great majority of those who lived it contemporaneously with himself. He had no enemies and many friends.But today he had noticed from the moment he had got out of bed that something was amiss with the world. Either he was in the grip of some divine discontent due to the highly developed condition of his soul, or else he had a grouch. One of the two.
This passage describes a young man who is generally cheerful, friendly, and appreciative of life and the people around him. He enjoys good relationships and is well-liked, having no enemies. However, on this particular day, he feels a strange sense of unease, suggesting that something is out of place in his world. This discrepancy raises questions about his emotional state and perception.
He reflects on whether this feeling of discontent arises from a deeper spiritual yearning or simply a fleeting mood. This introspective moment highlights the contrast between his usual good nature and the unusual feelings he experiences that day, indicating a temporary disturbance in his otherwise positive outlook on life.
