Meaning
A day is a period of light between sunrise and sunset, or a period of twenty-four hours.
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, day commonly refers to a normal day, a specific time or occasion, or a period identified by God for a particular purpose or event.
Key References
- Genesis 1:5
- Exodus 20:9-11
- Psalm 90:4
- Psalm 118:24
- Ecclesiastes 3:1
- Matthew 24:36
- John 9:4
- 2 Peter 3:8
Related Terms
- Night
- Time
- Sabbath
- Light
- Day of the Lord