In what ways does the story relate to the idea of "the radical" as we discussed in class?
The main way this story relates is by the overall concept of the Aleph. The absurdity of being able to see everything and everywhere all at once is very radical. If such a thing existed such as the Aleph, then anyone that peers at the object would become insane or just become numb, just like as mentioned in the story, nothing would surprise anyone anymore. All-in-all, the Aleph is radical because it is hardly comprehensible.
How does the story inform or change your understanding of time?
Personally, the story gives me a view of time in a way that shows me just how much actually happens in a single moment. There is endless viewpoints and perspectives of existence at any given moment.
