Darkness Quote by Henri Nouwen
“Praying is no easy matter. It demands a relationship in which you allow someone other than yourself to enter into the very center of your person, to see there what you would rather leave in darkness, and to touch there what you would rather leave untouched.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Inner Voice of Love, Henri Nouwen, 1996
True prayer involves opening oneself to divine presence, exposing hidden parts, and allowing transformative intimacy.
In simple terms: Prayer is sharing your deepest self with the divine.
Key Takeaway
Embrace vulnerability in spiritual practice.
Themes
spirituality
vulnerability
intimacy
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- confessional prayer
- counseling sessions
- healing retreats
Key Concepts
divine relationship
self‑exposure
trust
Questions to Reflect On
- What parts of yourself do you keep hidden?
- How might openness deepen your faith?
A Different Perspective
Fear of exposing inner darkness can hinder authentic connection.
