This horror will grow mild, this darkness light; Besides…
“This horror will grow mild, this darkness light; Besides what hope the never-ending flight Of future days may bring, what chance, what change Worth waiting--since our present lot appears For happy though but ill, for ill not worst, If we procure not to ourselves more woe.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Even darkness and horror contain hope and the possibility of change if we avoid adding more suffering to ourselves.
In simple terms: Darkness can hold hope; avoid self‑inflicted pain.
Key Takeaway
Seek hope, limit self‑harm.
Themes
hope
change
resilience
human nature
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- grief coping
- mental health
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
theology
existentialism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you do to prevent adding pain to your life?
- How do you find hope in darkness?
A Different Perspective
Hope may be fragile and not guarantee relief from suffering.