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“I am like a child who awakes At the light, so safe and secureFree from night's fears when dawn breaks, In Thee I am ever secure.” quote by Rainer Maria Rilke
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“I am like a child who awakes At the light, so safe and secureFree from night's fears when dawn breaks, In Thee I am ever secure.”

Rainer Maria Rilke

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Book of Hours, 1905

Awakening to light brings safety, dispelling night’s fears, offering inner security.

In simple terms: Light replaces fear, giving inner peace.

Key Takeaway

Seek moments of clarity for comfort.

Themes

spirituality inner peace awakening

Mood

contemplative serene

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • morning routines
  • meditation
  • creative work

Key Concepts

existentialism poetry

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you find security within?
  • What rituals bring you inner light?
A Different Perspective

Relying solely on external light may ignore deeper inner work.

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