In the poem is the quest portrayed as material or spiritual, unworthy or worthy? The word "shadow" has diffrent meanings (both denotative and connotative) what are they? and why do they change in meanings? What does the phrase "Vally of the Shadow" mean to you?

I am very thankful for your imput and all Points of view will be appreciated. Matt Sanchez

-- Anonymous, March 25, 2001