The Cairo Paradox and Human Flourishing

A Modern Paradox With Ancient Roots

In the bustling, modern city of Cairo, along the banks of the legendary Nile River, two opposites are juxtaposed. It’s a strange paradoxical experience. On one bank, my SUV navigates some of the busiest, noisiest traffic of any major city in the world. Vehicles toot loudly, insistently, and jockey for every inch of road space. Skyscrapers line the horiz…