The Counterlife Chapter Summary & Analysis - Part 2 Judea, pages 83-104 Summary

Part 2 Judea, pages 83-104 Summary

After the telephone conversation with Henry, Nathan decides to spend the evening visiting the Wailing Wall. When Nathan sees the devout worshippers praying at the rock wall, he is amused and thinks that worshipping a rock has the same outcome as worshipping any other deity. Nathan also observes how ordinary, how "unholy," the place looks. A young man encourages Nathan to participate in the religious observances, but Nathan politely declines. The young man is not put off and continues to insist that Nathan take part in the religious activities. Nathan continues to politely refuse and the two continue back and forth for some time.

Nathan continues his tour of the area and he meets another young man. This young man recognizes Nathan and calls him by name. He says he is a fan and has read all of Nathan's books. Nathan wonders if the young man is simply enthusiastic or...
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