see the light

Definitions

1. To undergo a spiritual conversion.
   idiomatic, intransitive
2. To gain an understanding of something previously not understood, especially in a sudden insight.
   idiomatic, intransitive
3. To come into the world or to public notice.
   idiomatic, intransitive

Equivalents

Examples

“Once I was lost in darkness, but now I have⟳ seen the light⟳.”

“I wandered so aimless, life filled with sin I wouldn't let⟳ my Dear Saviour in Then Jesus came like⟳ a stranger in the night Praise⟳ the Lord. I saw⟳ the light⟳.”

“Finally, near the end⟳ of the meeting, John saw⟳ the light⟳ and withdrew his objections.”

“Never had his book seen the light⟳ …until now.”

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