Darkness at Noon

This lesson explores how Amos 8:9 connects to Jesus.

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Old Testament

Amos 8:9

"In that day," declares the Sovereign LORD, "I will make the sun go down at noon and darken the earth in broad daylight."

New Testament

Luke 23:44-45

It was now about noon, and darkness came over the whole land until three in the afternoon, for the sun stopped shining.

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The New Evidence That Demands a Verdict • #60 Darkness over the Land

Sun darkened at noon; sixth hour = noon, ninth = 3pm by Jewish reckoning; Matt 27:45

Quick Check

Part 1 - Multiple Choice

Which Old Testament reference connects to this lesson?

Part 2 - Fill In The Blank

Fill in the blank: The New Testament fulfillment for this lesson is ____.

Why This Matters

Amos prophesied that God would make the sun go down at noon and darken the earth in broad daylight. Luke records that during Jesus' crucifixion, darkness covered the land from noon until three in the afternoon. Creation itself responded to the death of its Creator. The supernatural darkness was a sign that something far beyond an ordinary execution was taking place.

Reflection

Lord Jesus, Your suffering was not wasted. As I read Amos 8:9 and Luke 23:44-45, make me reverent before the cost of my redemption.