Middle of the night Quote by C.S. Lewis
““But, first, remember, remember, remember the signs. Say them to yourself when you wake in the morning and when you lie down at night, and when you wake in the middle of the night. And whatever strange things may happen to you, let nothing turn your mind from following the signs. And secondly, I give you a warning. Here on the mountain I have spoken to you clearly: I will not often do so down in Narnia. Here on the mountain, the air is clear and your mind is clear; as you drop down into Narnia, the air will thicken. Take great care that it does not confuse your mind. And the signs which you have learned here will not look at all as you expect them to look, when you meet them there. That is why it is so important to know them by heart and pay no attention to appearances. Remember the signs and believe the signs. Nothing else matters.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Chronicles of Narnia – The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, C.S. Lewis, 1950
Heed inner guidance; signs are reliable, but their appearance may change in different contexts.
In simple terms: Follow inner signs, not appearances.
Key Takeaway
Trust your inner compass.
Themes
intuition
signs
mindfulness
Mood
thoughtful
cautious
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- decision making
- spiritual practice
- stressful situations
- creative problem solving
Key Concepts
Christian allegory
psychology of perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate true guidance from noise?
- When have you ignored a sign and regretted it?
A Different Perspective
Signs can be ambiguous and misinterpreted.
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