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“And we're not alone, you know, children," came Mrs. Whatsit, the comforter. "All through the universe, it's being fought, all through the cosmos, and my, but it's a grand and exciting battle. I know it's hard for you to understand about size, how there's very little difference in the size of the…” quote by Madeleine L'Engle
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““And we're not alone, you know, children," came Mrs. Whatsit, the comforter. "All through the universe, it's being fought, all through the cosmos, and my, but it's a grand and exciting battle. I know it's hard for you to understand about size, how there's very little difference in the size of the tiniest microbe and the greatest galaxy. You think about that, and maybe it won't seem strange to you that some of our very best fighters have come right from your own planet, and it's a little planet, dears, out on the edge of a little galaxy. You can be proud that it's done so well." "Who have our fighters been? Calvin asked. "Oh, you must know them, dear," Mrs. Whatsit said. Mrs. Who's spectacles shone out at them triumphantly. "And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not." "Jesus!" Charles Wallace said. "Why of course, Jesus!" "Of course!" Mrs. Whatsit said. "Go on, Charles, love. There were others. All your great artists. They've been lights for us to see by.””

Madeleine L'Engle

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The passage suggests that the universe is a grand battle of light versus darkness, with ordinary people becoming heroic lights for others.

In simple terms: The universe is a battle of light and darkness, and we can be lights.

Key Takeaway

Embrace your role as a source of hope and inspiration.

Themes

hope heroism cosmic struggle

Mood

inspirational uplifting

Type

spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal challenges
  • community support
  • creative work

Key Concepts

light vs darkness spiritual growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you shine in difficult times?
  • What does being a “light” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Light can be dimmed by overwhelming darkness.

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