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Darkness Quote by C.G. Jung

“I indignantly answered, “Do you call light what we men call the worst darkness? Do you call day night?” To this my soul spoke a word that roused my anger, “My light is not of this world.” I cried, “I know of no other world!” The soul answered, “Should it not exist because you know nothing of it?” quote by C.G. Jung
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““I indignantly answered, “Do you call light what we men call the worst darkness? Do you call day night?” To this my soul spoke a word that roused my anger, “My light is not of this world.” I cried, “I know of no other world!” The soul answered, “Should it not exist because you know nothing of it?””

C.G. Jung

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Red Book by C.G. Jung, 2009

The speaker challenges conventional definitions of light and darkness, asserting a spiritual light beyond worldly understanding.

In simple terms: Spiritual light transcends ordinary perception.

Key Takeaway

Seek deeper meaning beyond material definitions.

Themes

spirituality philosophy identity

Mood

contemplative enigmatic

Type

philosophical poetic

When to use this quote

  • personal crisis
  • spiritual quest
  • creative writing
  • philosophical debate

Key Concepts

existentialism inner truth dualism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “light” symbolize for you?
  • How do you reconcile inner truth with external reality?
A Different Perspective

The metaphor may be too abstract for practical guidance.

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