Comes Quote by J.R.R. Tolkien
““This only was wanting. Now comes the night.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Silmarillion, J.R.R. Tolkien, 1977
Desire was lacking, now darkness arrives.
In simple terms: Wanting was absent; now night comes.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the shift from desire to emptiness.
Themes
desire
emptiness
nightfall
Mood
melancholic
contemplative
Type
poetic
mythic
When to use this quote
- grief processing
- creative writing
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
Existential longing
mythic cycles
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the night symbolize for you?
- How does loss affect your outlook?
A Different Perspective
Night may also bring peace.
