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As they approach Babylon—a city long associated with wealth and marvels—Shahru Nada reflects on the city’s splendor and his hopes of seeing it once more, expressing regret that his grandfather's success was rooted in hard work. His observations set the stage for exploring the nature of prosperity and the personal virtues that sustain it.
The Unchanging Rural Scene: Reflection on Time and Growth
Continuing their journey, the caravan passes by fields where three old men are plowing, striking a nostalgic chord in Shirou Nada. He recalls that despite forty years passing, these men seem unchanged, a vivid metaphor for the constancy of hard work and the inevitable march of time.