The existence of pleasure is the first mystery. The existence of pain has prompted far more philosophical speculation. … - John Berger

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I would like to say that that even the teachings of the Koran cannot be exempted from criticism.

John Berger

The existence of pleasure is the first mystery. The existence of pain has prompted far more philosophical speculation. Pleasure and pain need to be considered together; they are inseparable. Yet the space filled by each is perhaps different. Pleasure, defined as a sense of gratification, is essential for nature

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You painted a naked woman because you enjoyed looking at her, put a mirror in her hand and you called the painting “Vanity,” thus morally condemning the woman whose nakedness you had depicted for you own pleasure.

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