Tag: Dark

  • Metaphysics of Shadow and Light

    Metaphysics of Shadow and Light

    The Essence of Shadow The concept of shadow originates from the Old English term sceadu, which signifies darkness or an area where light is blocked. In a metaphorical sense, the shadow is often associated with the parts of ourselves that we choose to hide or suppress. It can represent our fears, insecurities, and the unexplored…

  • DARK NIGHT OF THE SOUL {St. John Of The Cross intro}

    DARK NIGHT OF THE SOUL {St. John Of The Cross intro}

    During his imprisonment, St. John of the Cross experienced a profound spiritual crisis, which he later described as the “night of the soul.” This phrase has since become interchangeable with a period of severe spiritual struggle and doubt, often characterized by a feeling of desertion by God.