Architecture tends to consume everything else, it has become one's entire life.
“تنزع العمارة إلى استهلاك كل ما عداها، فقد غدت حياة المرء بأسرها.”
This reflection by Arne Jacobsen centers on the nature of Life and its role in human self-mastery and conscious living. Rather than presenting abstract doctrine, the statement calls the reader to examine daily priorities, separate enduring principles from momentary impulses, and cultivate emotional resilience. The enduring value of this insight lies in reconciling internal conviction with deliberate action, providing a practical anchor for maintaining clarity, intentionality, and inner balance amidst life's uncertainties.
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