Darkness Quote by Minnie Louise Haskins
“And I said to the man who stood at the gate of the year: "Give me a light that I may tread safely into the unknown." And he replied: "Go out into the darkness and put your hand into the hand of God. That shall be to you better than light, and safer than a known way."”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Year’s End" (1914)
The speaker asks for guidance into the unknown, and is told that trusting God’s hand is safer than seeking light.
In simple terms: Trust in divine guidance over visible safety.
Key Takeaway
Rely on faith rather than certainty.
Themes
faith
guidance
uncertainty
spirituality
trust
Mood
hopeful
reverent
Type
spiritual
poetic
When to use this quote
- making life decisions
- spiritual retreats
- personal crises
Key Concepts
divine providence
spiritual trust
courage
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “hand of God” mean to you?
- How do you balance faith and practical caution?
A Different Perspective
Faith may not replace practical planning for all.
