I Was in the Darkness;

I Was in the Darkness; - meaning Summary

Sudden Light, Reluctant Longing

The poem presents a brief dramatic shift: the speaker moves from an inner darkness to a sudden, overwhelming light, then surprisingly asks to return to the dark. It expresses a paradox about clarity and comfort, suggesting that illumination can reveal painful truths or dissolve familiar illusions. The closing plea reverses expected gratitude, implying attachment to ignorance or fear of what revelation brings. The tone is terse and enigmatic.