People have faces. {…} Spirits don't have faces. And yet we recognise them. We know who is who. Spirits don't have eyes or mouths or ears either. And yet they can see and speak and hear. {…} The spirits are all around us. {…} They're right here, but we can't see them.
by Henning Mankell
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The author reflects on the distinction between people and spirits, emphasizing that while humans have recognizable faces and features, spirits lack such physical forms. Despite their intangible nature, we are still able to identify and understand these spirits, suggesting a deeper connection beyond physical appearances. This recognition symbolizes our innate ability to perceive beyond the visible world.

The text suggests that spirits exist alongside us in an unseen realm, highlighting the presence of these entities even when they are not visible. The ability of spirits to interact—seeing, speaking, and hearing—reinforces the idea that their influence is real and impactful, even if we cannot perceive them with our senses. This duality of existence invites contemplation on the relationships between the seen and unseen and the understanding of life beyond our immediate perception.

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