Isaiah 50:3

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I can clothe the sky in darkness; I can cover it with sackcloth.”

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Referenced Verses

  • Rev 6:12 : 12 Then I looked when the Lamb opened the sixth seal, and a huge earthquake took place; the sun became as black as sackcloth made of hair, and the full moon became blood red;
  • Exod 10:21 : 21 The Ninth Blow: Darkness The LORD said to Moses,“Extend your hand toward heaven so that there may be darkness over the land of Egypt, a darkness so thick it can be felt.”
  • Ps 18:11-12 : 11 He shrouded himself in darkness, in thick rain clouds. 12 From the brightness in front of him came hail and fiery coals.
  • Matt 27:45 : 45 Jesus’ Death Now from noon until three, darkness came over all the land.

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