It seems that fighting is a game where everybody is the loser.
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It is so easy to be hopeful in the daytime when you can see the things you wish on. But it was night, it stayed night. Night was striding across nothingness with the whole round world in his hands . . . They sat in company with the others in other shanties, their eyes straining against cruel walls and their souls asking if He meant to measure their puny might against His. They seemed to be staring at the dark, but their eyes were watching God.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects on the contrast between hope in the light and despair in darkness, emphasizing a struggle to find faith and meaning.
Zora Neale Hurston’s quote explores the theme of hope and despair, capturing the human condition of yearning for faith even in moments of darkness. It suggests that while hope may be more accessible during the day, it becomes a profound challenge at night, where doubt and despair can take over. The imagery of night and darkness symbolizes an existential struggle, yet the act of watching God signifies an enduring quest for meaning and divine connection despite despair.
Themes
HopeDarknessStruggleFaithExistence
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a discussion about resilience during tough times.
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