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Acts 9:3 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Acts 9:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Acts chapter 9 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And as he journeyed , he came near Damascus: and suddenly there shined round about him a light from heaven:”
Acts 9:3 (KJV)
Commentary on Acts 9:3
As Saul journeyed to Damascus, 'suddenly there shined round about him a light from heaven' - divine intervention at the exact moment of God's choosing. The light's supernatural origin and intensity (brighter than noonday sun, Acts 26:13) revealed God's glory. Christ's initiative in confronting Saul demonstrates sovereign grace - the persecutor didn't seek Christ, Christ sought him. Reformed theology emphasizes irresistible grace: when God calls effectually, the sinner cannot refuse. This light represented the glory of the risen, ascended Christ appearing to His chosen apostle.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Acts 9:3
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“as I made my journey”
“as to the child born at the wrong time”
“neither of the moon”
“dwelling in unapproachable light; whom no man has seen”
“Who coverest thyself with light as with a garment: who stretchest out the heavens like a curtain:”
“and entered into the house. Laying his hands on him”
“and they need no lamp light; for the Lord God will illuminate them. They will reign forever and ever.”