That's for the best. Otherwise they might realize they're in prison. It can't be helped. You women are used to harems and prisons. A person can spend his whole life between four walls. If he doesn't think or feel that he's a prisoner, then he's not a prisoner. But then there are people for whom the whole planet is a prison, who see the infinite expanse of the universe, the millions of stars and galaxies that remain forever inaccessible to them. And that awareness makes them the greatest prisoners of time and space.

Summary

This quote explores the concept of imprisonment, both literal and metaphorical. The speaker suggests that individuals can be confined within physical spaces but may not see themselves as prisoners if they do not recognize their confinement. Drawing a comparison, the speaker highlights that some people consider the entire world or universe as a prison because they feel limited and unable to reach certain experiences or places. This quote emphasizes the subjective perception of freedom and imprisonment, suggesting that awareness and perspective play a significant role in determining one's sense of confinement.

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