“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light. Those who lived in the land of the shadow of death, on them the light has shined.”
What Does the Bible Say About Light?
The Bible addresses light across both Old and New Testaments. These verses are organized by biblical era — from the patriarchs to the apostles — letting Scripture speak for itself.
13 verses·5 eras·6 promises
Divided Kingdom (~930 BC)
“"Arise, shine; for your light is come, and the glory of Yahweh is risen on you.”
Life of Jesus (~30 AD)
“Again, therefore, Jesus spoke to them, saying, "I am the light of the world. He who follows me will not walk in the darkness, but will have the light of life."”
“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness hasn't overcome it.”
— John 1:5· John
“You are the light of the world. A city located on a hill can't be hidden.”
— Matthew 5:14· Jesus
“I have come as a light into the world, that whoever believes in me may not remain in the darkness.”
“In him was life, and the life was the light of men.”
— John 1:4· John
Apostolic Era (~50 AD)
“The city has no need for the sun, neither of the moon, to shine, for the very glory of God illuminated it, and its lamp is the Lamb.”
patriarchs
“God said, "Let there be light," and there was light.”
— Genesis 1:3· God
United Kingdom (~1000 BC)
“For with you is the spring of life. In your light shall we see light.”
“Yahweh is my light and my salvation. Whom shall I fear? Yahweh is the strength of my life. Of whom shall I be afraid?”
— Psalms 27:1· David
“Also delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”
“Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light for my path.”
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