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The light shineth upon the darkness and the darkness comprehendeth it not!
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Adlai Stevenson
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gutenberg.orgAdlai Stevenson: “The light shineth upon the darkness and the darkness comprehendeth it not!”
Editor's note · Context
This quote reflects a philosophical perspective on light and darkness, emphasizing the struggle between understanding and ignorance.
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