Quote by Naguib Mahfouz, Nobel Lecture

I am the son of two civilizations that at a certain age in history have formed a happy marriage. The first of these, seven thousand years old, is the Pharaonic civilization; the second, one thousand four hundred years old, is the Islamic civilization.

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Summary

The quote highlights the dual cultural heritage of the speaker, who identifies as the son of two civilizations - the ancient Pharaonic civilization and the relatively younger Islamic civilization. Their union is described as a "happy marriage," emphasizing the harmony and coexistence between the two. The Pharaonic civilization, dating back thousands of years, represents the rich history and heritage of Egypt, while the Islamic civilization, around fourteen centuries old, represents the dominant cultural, social, and religious influence. This quote reflects the speaker's pride in belonging to and being shaped by these two distinct yet intertwined civilizations.

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By Naguib Mahfouz, Nobel Lecture

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