Beneath the surface Quote by Madeleine L'Engle
““No long-term marriage is made easily, and there have been times when I've been so angry or so hurt that I thought my love would never recover. And then, in the midst of near despair, something has happened beneath the surface. A bright little flashing fish of hope has flicked silver fins and the water is bright and suddenly I am returned to a state of love again — till next time. I've learned that there will always be a next time, and that I will submerge in darkness and misery, but that I won't stay submerged. And each time something has been learned under the waters; something has been gained; and a new kind of love has grown. The best I can ask for is that this love, which has been built on countless failures, will continue to grow. I can say no more than that this is mystery, and gift, and that somehow or other, through grace, our failures can be redeemed and blessed.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: A Wrinkle in Time, 1962 (paraphrased)
Love endures through hardship; hope resurfaces after despair, and failures become gifts through grace.
In simple terms: Love persists despite pain.
Key Takeaway
Embrace hope after setbacks.
Themes
love
hope
resilience
Mood
reflective
uplifting
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- relationships
- spiritual healing
- life challenges
Key Concepts
redemption
grace
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you nurture hope in darkness?
- What lessons have failures taught you?
A Different Perspective
Hope may be fleeting without action.
