The Map of Salt and Stars question

“As any poet knows,” Khaldun said, “the story often matters less than the telling.”
Rawiya spurred her camel forward. “What’s that supposed to mean?”
“Our purpose matters less, “al-Idrisi said, snapping his book shut, “than what our enemies believe.” (p. 128)

Reflect on these comments in the context of Nour’s and Rawiya’s lives. What has been the importance of stories and the telling of stories to them? What could the comments mean for Syria in terms of stories that are told or untold about those who have suffered through the war and displacement?