"And here we come to a contradiction, my student. A foundation, while
admittedly used every day, is not thought of or considered with any great
frequency. You had begun your speech by praising the virtues of divination and
its ability to replace thought, but now you say that it in fact encourages and
even requires thought."

"My teacher, I have witnessed many instances where the information provided by
divination has changed a life with its insights. Yet I believe that you are
correct in your assertions. How can I resolve this contradiction?"

"My student, you are finally showing some intelligence, yet your memory is
flawed. Do you not recall that doubt is a necessary component of philosophical
inquiry? Do you believe that a contradiction can truly stop all thought? I
feel pleased that we have come to an irreconcilable impasse. I have always
said that confusion is the first step on the road to enlightenment."

"Thank you, Kallomar, old teacher, old friend. Thank you for showing me this
area of doubt and the perils of divination in our lives."

THE SECOND BOOK OF MINIMER RANDIBONE - THE BOOK OF KALLOMAR RIDDITUM - END
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