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What does the darkness during Jesus' crucifixion signify?

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The darkness during Jesus' crucifixion signifies God's judgment and the seriousness of the sin being atoned.

The darkness that enveloped the earth during Jesus' crucifixion serves as a profound sign of the magnitude of sin and its consequences. It illustrates God's judgment upon sin as the Son of God bears the weight of humanity's transgressions. This supernatural event is not just an atmospheric occurrence but a divine message, compelling those present to recognize the gravity of the moment. As Ryle notes, such signs are a part of God's method to capture human attention, demonstrating that there was indeed something extraordinary happening — the culmination of God’s plan of redemption through Christ's sacrificial death.
Scripture References: Luke 23:44-45, 2 Corinthians 4:2

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138. Jesus' Death, Luke 23:44-49
J. C. Ryle · Oct 20, 2018
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