Quote by Mohsen Makhmalbaf

In Afghanistan, this is the problem, because everybody holds a piece of that mirror, and they all look at it and claim that they hold the entire truth.

In Afghanistan, this is the problem, because everybody holds

Summary

This quote suggests that in Afghanistan, there is a lack of a unified perspective or understanding of truth. Each person has a fragmented view, symbolized by holding a piece of a mirror, and believes that their perception represents the complete truth. This implies that the diverse perspectives in Afghanistan often clash and prevent the creation of a shared truth or consensus. The quote highlights the complexities of navigating differing beliefs and opinions within the Afghan context.

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Truth

By Mohsen Makhmalbaf

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