Topical Encyclopedia In the biblical context, "day" often symbolizes spiritual light, enlightenment, and the presence of God. This concept is woven throughout Scripture, where the contrast between day and night frequently illustrates the distinction between good and evil, knowledge and ignorance, or divine presence and absence.Creation and the First Day The concept of day as spiritual light begins in the creation narrative. Genesis 1:3-5 states, "And God said, 'Let there be light,' and there was light. God saw that the light was good, and He separated the light from the darkness. God called the light 'day,' and the darkness He called 'night.'" Here, the creation of light is the first act of God, symbolizing the introduction of order, clarity, and divine presence into the chaos and void. Day as a Symbol of God's Presence Throughout the Old Testament, the day is often associated with God's presence and guidance. In Exodus 13:21 , the Lord leads the Israelites through the wilderness with a pillar of cloud by day, signifying His constant guidance and protection. The day is a time when God's people can see clearly and follow His path. Prophetic Imagery The prophets frequently use the imagery of day to convey messages of hope and restoration. Isaiah 60:1-3 proclaims, "Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you. For behold, darkness covers the earth, and thick darkness is over the peoples; but the LORD will rise upon you, and His glory will appear over you. Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn." Here, the coming of God's light is a metaphor for salvation and the revelation of His glory to the nations. The Day of the Lord The "Day of the Lord" is a significant eschatological theme in both the Old and New Testaments. It represents a future time when God will intervene decisively in human history to judge the wicked and deliver the righteous. Joel 2:31 warns, "The sun will be turned to darkness and the moon to blood before the coming of the great and awesome day of the LORD." This day is both a time of judgment and a time of salvation, where God's ultimate justice and righteousness will be revealed. Jesus as the Light of the World In the New Testament, Jesus Christ embodies the concept of spiritual light. John 8:12 records Jesus saying, "I am the light of the world. Whoever follows Me will never walk in the darkness, but will have the light of life." Jesus' ministry is characterized by bringing spiritual enlightenment and revealing the truth of God's kingdom. His presence is the ultimate fulfillment of the prophetic imagery of light overcoming darkness. The Apostolic Teaching The apostles continue this theme, urging believers to live as children of the day. In 1 Thessalonians 5:5 , Paul writes, "For you are all sons of the light and sons of the day. We do not belong to the night or to the darkness." Believers are called to live in the light of Christ, reflecting His truth and righteousness in a world often characterized by spiritual darkness. Eternal Day The culmination of the biblical theme of day as spiritual light is found in the vision of the New Jerusalem in Revelation. Revelation 21:23-25 describes the city: "The city has no need of sun or moon to shine on it, for the glory of God gives it light, and the Lamb is its lamp. By its light the nations will walk, and into it the kings of the earth will bring their glory. Its gates will never be shut at the end of the day, because there will be no night there." In this eternal day, God's presence is fully realized, and His light is unending. In summary, the biblical concept of "day" as spiritual light is a profound symbol of God's presence, guidance, and ultimate victory over darkness. It is a theme that runs from creation through to the eschatological hope of eternal life in God's glorious presence. Torrey's Topical Textbook 1 Thessalonians 5:5,8You are all the children of light, and the children of the day: we are not of the night, nor of darkness. Torrey's Topical Textbook 2 Peter 1:19 Greek 1306. diaugazo -- to shine through ... I shine through, dawn (of the light coming through ... to God's holy brightness every form of spiritual darkness (used ... to glimmer through, ie Break (as day) -- dawn ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1306.htm - 6k Library Bunyan's Dying Sayings. Sacred Poems and Hymns The Spiritual Life His Military Life --He is Wounded at the Siege of Pampeluna --His ... The Lessons of the Street. Carnal or Spiritual? Gnostic Exposition of the Decalogue. The Witness of the Spirit The Book of Life Spiritual Desolation. Resources If Jesus was crucified on the Day of Preparation, why had He already eaten the Passover meal? | GotQuestions.orgWhat day is the Sabbath, Saturday or Sunday? Do Christians have to observe the Sabbath day? | GotQuestions.org On what day was Jesus crucified? | GotQuestions.org Day: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Day: A Time of Festivity Called A: Day of Gladness Day: A Time of Festivity Called A: Day of Good Tidings Day: A Time of Festivity Called A: Day Which the Lord Has Made Day: A Time of Festivity Called A: Good Day Day: A Time of Festivity Called A: Solemn Day Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Adversity Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Anger Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Calamity Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Darkness Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Destruction Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Evil Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Slaughter Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of The Lord Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Trouble Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Vengeance Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Visitation Day: A Time of Judgment Called a Day of Wrath Day: A Time of Mercy Called a Day of God's Power Day: A Time of Mercy Called a Day of Redemption Day: A Time of Mercy Called a Day of Salvation Day: A Time of Mercy Called a Day of Visitation Day: Artificial, Divided Into: Break of Day: Artificial, Divided Into: Decline of Day: Artificial, Divided Into: Evening Day: Artificial, Divided Into: Morning Day: Artificial, Divided Into: Noon Day: Artificial, the Time of the Sun's Continuance Above The Day: Day's Journey, Eighteen or Twenty Miles Day: Divided Into Twelve Hours Day: Judgment: A Figure of Spiritual Illumination Day: Judgment: Called the Day of the Lord Day: Later Subdivided Into Twelve Hours Day: Made for the Glory of God Day: Natural, from Evening to Evening Day: Proclaims the Glory of God Day: Sabbath Day's Journey, About Two-Thousand Paces Day: Six Working Days Ordained Day: Sometimes Divided Into Four Parts Day: Succession of, Secured by Covenant Day: Th Sixth Day of the Week Called Preparation Day Day: The First Day of the Week Called the Lord's Day Day: Time of, Ascertained by the Dial Day: Times of Adversity Called Day of the Lord Related Terms Preparation-day (1 Occurrence) Kibroth-hattaavah (5 Occurrences) Kibrothhattaavah (5 Occurrences) |
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