Meaning of the word "see the light" in English

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see the light

US /siː ðə laɪt/
UK /siː ðə laɪt/
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Idiom

1.

to understand something after a period of confusion or difficulty

Example:
After hours of explaining, he finally began to see the light.
I didn't understand the math problem at first, but then I saw the light.
2.

to convert to a particular religion or belief

Example:
After years of searching, she finally saw the light and joined the monastery.
He was an atheist for most of his life, but then he saw the light and became a devout believer.
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