Betrayal and Trust

Saïd is betrayed by circumstances and his own actions, while his relationships with Selìm and others reveal the fragile nature of trust and loyalty in a world driven by self-interest.

Saïd's trust in Abdullah is evident, but there is a hint of betrayal as Abdullah's voice was used to deceive Hasneh, and Abdullah's alibi may be suspect.

The beggar's initial act of tricking the missionary and later revealing his true nature to Saïd demonstrates a world where trust is easily exploited.

Saïd betrays Hasneh's trust by leaving her, and he exploits the hospitality of the villager.

Saïd's theft of the robe and his subsequent betrayal of the household's trust, as well as his mocking of the trapped Cassim, underscore themes of deceit and mistrust.