Atheism Quote by Emily Dickinson
“What shall we do my darling, when trial grows more, and more, when the dim, lone light expires, and it's dark, so very dark, and we wander, and know not where, and cannot get out of the forest - whose is the hand to help us, and to lead, and forever guide us? ... Where do you think I've strayed and from what new errand returned. I have come from to and fro, and walking up and down the same place that Satan hailed from when God asked where he'd been.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unpublished manuscript, late 19th century
A plea for guidance amid overwhelming darkness and confusion, seeking a steady hand to lead through life's trials.
In simple terms: Seeking help when lost.
Key Takeaway
Find a trusted guide.
Themes
faith
despair
guidance
Mood
somber
hopeful
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- spiritual seeking
- mental health
- decision making
Key Concepts
existential crisis
spiritual searching
Questions to Reflect On
- Who can you trust for direction?
- How do you navigate inner darkness?
A Different Perspective
Even with guidance, uncertainty persists.
