In this passage, the darkness and other portents are described as occurring during the crucifixion of Jesus. The Bible verses from Matthew, Mark, and Luke all mention the darkness over the land from the sixth to the ninth hour, as well as the veil of the temple being torn in two. These details highlight the significance of Jesus's sacrificial death and the supernatural events that accompanied it.
The darkness and portents serve as powerful signs of the weight and significance of Jesus's sacrifice on the cross. This passage reminds readers of the profound impact of Jesus's crucifixion and the divine intervention that surrounded it. It is a solemn reminder of the depth of God's love and the ultimate sacrifice made for the redemption of mankind. As a daily application, this passage encourages reflection on the magnitude of Jesus's sacrifice and the need for gratitude and humility in response.
This passage is found in all three synoptic Gospels- Matthew, Mark, and Luke, highlighting its importance and significance in the overall narrative of Jesus's crucifixion.
The darkness and portents serve as powerful signs of the weight and significance of Jesus's sacrifice on the cross. This passage reminds readers of the profound impact of Jesus's crucifixion and the divine intervention that surrounded it. It is a solemn reminder of the depth of God's love and the ultimate sacrifice made for the redemption of mankind. As a daily application, this passage encourages reflection on the magnitude of Jesus's sacrifice and the need for gratitude and humility in response.
This passage is found in all three synoptic Gospels- Matthew, Mark, and Luke, highlighting its importance and significance in the overall narrative of Jesus's crucifixion.
Matthew: 27:45-53
In Matthew 27:45-53, it describes how darkness fell over the land while Jesus was on the cross, and at the moment of his death, an earthquake occurred and the tombs of many saints opened. This specific event is not found in other parts of the gospels.
Open VerseMark: 15:33-38
In Mark 15:33-38, it describes the moment when Jesus was crucified on the cross, with darkness covering the land for three hours and Jesus crying out with a loud voice before breathing his last. This passage is also found in Matthew 27:45-50 and Luke 23:44-46.
Open VerseLuke: 23:44-45
In Luke 23:44-45, it describes how darkness came over the land for three hours while Jesus was on the cross, and the curtain of the temple was torn in two. This event is also recorded in Matthew 27:45-51 and Mark 15:33-38.
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