"الميتافيزيقا محيط مظلم بلا شواطئ أو منارة مليء بحطام الفلاسفة."
— Immanuel Kant
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Metaphysics is a part of philosophy that deals with trying to understand very deep and complex questions about existence and reality. It's like being in the middle of a vast, dark ocean where you can't see the shore or any guiding lights. This makes it easy to get lost or confused because there are no clear answers or directions. Imagine a sailor who is trying to navigate at night without any stars, maps, or signs; they are likely to go off course or encounter difficulties. Similarly, many philosophers have tried to explore metaphysics and ended up with theories that didn’t lead anywhere solid, just like shipwrecks scattered in the ocean. So, if you're thinking about these big questions, be prepared for it to be challenging and uncertain.
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Abstract thought Deep thought Enlightenment Existentialism Intellectual exploration Metaphysics Philosophical inquiry Philosophical reflection Philosophy Wisdom
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