It wouldnt be any fun if they just told us and figured out everything in a couple episodes. There is no good suspense or mystery that way and we wouldnt have favorite characters or understand their interactions without knowing who they are with the backstories. I loved this episode, but then again i have never not liked an episode.

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\"We\'re not alone on this Island and we all KNOW IT\" - John Locke

Locke: Why do you find it so hard to believe?
Jack: Why do you find it so easy?
Locke: It\'s never been easy.