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“As suddenly the whole world would slip back into a mollifying, untormented dark; their aching bodies knew its calm.” quote by David Jones
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““As suddenly the whole world would slip back into a mollifying, untormented dark; their aching bodies knew its calm.””

David Jones

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Darkening” (hypothetical), published 1965

A sudden, soothing darkness calms tormented bodies, offering relief

In simple terms: Darkness brings calm to suffering bodies

Key Takeaway

Embrace moments of peace when they arise

Themes

tranquility acceptance relief

Mood

reflective somber

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • grief processing
  • nighttime reflection
  • meditative practice
  • stress relief

Key Concepts

existential calm the role of darkness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you recognize when calm is a pause or a surrender?
  • What practices help you stay present in stillness?
A Different Perspective

Darkness may also hide unresolved pain

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