There is always another idol to turn to when the one you worship fails you. If your favorite is broken you can break up with it and find another. But how sad is the plight of those whose hope and faith is based on futile speculations. That person is frustrated without knowing why. Their hearts were darkened.
Darkness is great depravity.
One who walks in darkness does not know where he goes, Darkness is another name for ignorance. It is a name for despair and hopelessness. It is also what we call evil intent. According to some psychologists, all men have a dark or shadow side. Dark is the heart that is without hope and love.