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“He would not look away. Everywhere, even in the blackest abyss, he believed one might witness the divine. The shadows and contrast – absence itself – as important as the light and marble, for one cannot exist without the other. May” quote by Eowyn Ivey
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““He would not look away. Everywhere, even in the blackest abyss, he believed one might witness the divine. The shadows and contrast – absence itself – as important as the light and marble, for one cannot exist without the other. May””

Eowyn Ivey

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey, 2012

Even in darkness, the divine is present; light and shadow are interdependent, each giving meaning to the other.

In simple terms: Divine exists in both light and dark.

Key Takeaway

Embrace both light and darkness.

Themes

spirituality duality hope

Mood

reflective contemplative

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • grief counseling
  • artistic creation
  • mindfulness practice

Key Concepts

existentialism theology contrast theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance light and shadow?
  • What does “the divine” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Focusing on darkness may foster despair.

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