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I love Sufism as I love beautiful poetry, but it is not the answer. Sufism is like a mirage in the desert.
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"I love Sufism as I love beautiful poetry, but it is not the answer. Sufism is like a mirage in the desert. It says to you, come and sit, relax and enjoy yourself for a while"

- Naguib Mahfouz

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Naguib Mahfouz's quote speaks with the concept that Sufism, while lovely and poetic, is not the response to life's questions. It resembles a mirage in the desert, offering a momentary break from the harshness of truth. It is a momentary escape, a method to relax and enjoy oneself for a while, however it is not an enduring service. Mahfouz is recommending that while Sufism can be a source of comfort and happiness, it is not the answer to life's battles. It is a way to take a break from reality, however it can not provide an enduring option. Ultimately, Mahfouz is saying that while Sufism can be a source of beauty and solace, it is not the answer to life's questions.

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Egypt Flag This quote is written / told by Naguib Mahfouz between December 11, 1911 and August 30, 2006. He/she was a famous Novelist from Egypt. The author also have 40 other quotes.

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