Darkness Quote by Emily Dickinson
“PRESENTIMENT is that long shadow on the lawn Indicative that suns go down; The notice to the startled grass That darkness is about to pass.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Collected Poems, 1890
A lingering sense of foreboding signals an approaching darkness that will soon pass.
In simple terms: A feeling that something bad is coming but will end.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge fear and trust it will fade.
Themes
foreboding
nature
hope
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- nighttime anxiety
- creative writing
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
psychology
transience
Questions to Reflect On
- How does anticipation affect your mood?
- What helps you move through uncertainty?
A Different Perspective
The shadow may be metaphorical, not literal.
