The sun is more than just a bright ball in the sky—it’s a force of life, a symbol of time, and a reflection of God’s power.
It rises every morning without fail, warming the earth, guiding our rhythms, and reminding us that no matter how dark the night, light will come again.
The Bible frequently uses the sun to illustrate profound truths about God—His faithfulness, justice, provision, and even His overwhelming glory.
But beyond its physical presence, the sun also serves as a metaphor for spiritual realities: the light of Christ, the certainty of God’s promises, and the coming day when His glory will outshine even the brightest star.
These verses offer a glimpse into how God uses the sun to teach, guide, and remind us of His unshakable presence in our lives.
Bible Verses About the Sun
1. Genesis 1:16 – Creation of the Sun
“God made two great lights—the greater light to govern the day and the lesser light to govern the night. He also made the stars.”
2. Psalm 113:3 – The Lord’s Name is Praised
“From the rising of the sun to the place where it sets, the name of the Lord is to be praised.”
3. Malachi 4:2 – The Sun of Righteousness
“But for you who revere my name, the sun of righteousness will rise with healing in its rays. And you will go out and frolic like well-fed calves.”
4. Ecclesiastes 1:5 – The Sun’s Unchanging Course
“The sun rises and the sun sets, and hurries back to where it rises.”
5. Joshua 10:13 – The Sun Stood Still
“So the sun stood still, and the moon stopped, till the nation avenged itself on its enemies, as it is written in the Book of Jashar.”
6. Psalm 84:11 – God as the Sun
“For the Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord bestows favor and honor; no good thing does he withhold from those whose walk is blameless.”
7. Matthew 5:45 – Sun on the Righteous and Unrighteous
“He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous.”
8. Isaiah 60:19 – The Lord Replaces the Sun
“The sun will no more be your light by day, nor will the brightness of the moon shine on you, for the Lord will be your everlasting light, and your God will be your glory.”
9. Revelation 22:5 – No Need for the Sun
“There will be no more night. They will not need the light of a lamp or the light of the sun, for the Lord God will give them light.”
10. Jonah 4:8 – The Sun’s Heat
“When the sun rose, God provided a scorching east wind, and the sun blazed on Jonah’s head so that he grew faint.”
11. Deuteronomy 4:19 – Worshiping the Sun Forbidden
“And when you look up to the sky and see the sun, the moon, and the stars—all the heavenly array—do not be enticed into bowing down to them.”
12. James 1:11 – The Sun Withers Grass
“For the sun rises with scorching heat and withers the plant; its blossom falls and its beauty is destroyed.”
13. Psalm 19:4-5 – The Sun’s Path
“In the heavens, God has pitched a tent for the sun. It is like a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, like a champion rejoicing to run his course.”
14. 2 Kings 20:11 – The Sun’s Shadow Moves
“Then the prophet Isaiah called on the Lord, and the Lord made the shadow go back the ten steps it had gone down on the stairway of Ahaz.”
15. Mark 13:24 – The Sun Darkened
“But in those days, following that distress, the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light.”
16. Ecclesiastes 11:7 – The Sweetness of the Sun
“Light is sweet, and it pleases the eyes to see the sun.”
17. Isaiah 38:8 – The Sun’s Shadow Reversed
“I will make the shadow cast by the sun go back the ten steps it has gone down on the stairway of Ahaz.”
18. Acts 26:13 – The Brightness of Christ
“About noon, King Agrippa, as I was on the road, I saw a light from heaven, brighter than the sun.”
19. Job 9:7 – God’s Power Over the Sun
“He speaks to the sun and it does not shine; he seals off the light of the stars.”
20. 2 Samuel 23:4 – The Righteous Like the Morning Sun
“He is like the light of morning at sunrise on a cloudless morning.”
21. Psalm 121:6 – The Sun Will Not Harm You
“The sun will not harm you by day, nor the moon by night.”
22. Exodus 22:3 – Justice at Sunrise
“If a thief is caught breaking in at night and is struck a fatal blow, the defender is not guilty of bloodshed; but if it happens after sunrise, they are guilty of bloodshed.”
23. Judges 5:31 – The Sun Shining in Strength
“May all who love you be like the sun when it rises in its strength.”
24. Revelation 1:16 – Christ’s Face Like the Sun
“His face was like the sun shining in all its brilliance.”
25. Habakkuk 3:11 – The Sun and Moon Stood Still
“Sun and moon stood still in the heavens at the glint of your flying arrows, at the lightning of your flashing spear.”
26. Job 37:21 – The Sun’s Glory Hidden
“Now no one can look at the sun, bright as it is in the skies, after the wind has swept them clean.”
27. Luke 21:25 – Signs in the Sun
“There will be signs in the sun, moon, and stars. On the earth, nations will be in anguish and perplexity.”
28. Amos 8:9 – The Sun Will Go Dark
“In that day, declares the Sovereign Lord, I will make the sun go down at noon and darken the earth in broad daylight.”
29. Matthew 17:2 – The Transfiguration
“His face shone like the sun, and his clothes became as white as the light.”
30. Psalm 50:1 – The Sun’s Rising and Setting
“The Mighty One, God, the Lord, speaks and summons the earth from the rising of the sun to where it sets.”
31. Romans 8:18 – Future Glory Brighter than the Sun
“I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.”
32. Isaiah 24:23 – The Lord’s Glory Outshines the Sun
“The moon will be dismayed, the sun ashamed; for the Lord Almighty will reign on Mount Zion.”
Our Thoughts on What the Bible Says About the Sun
The sun, a magnificent creation of God, is a testament to His sovereignty, faithfulness, and provision.
It represents His unwavering light, guiding us in truth and righteousness.
Throughout Scripture, it serves as a reminder of God’s power, from creation to prophecy.
Yet, as glorious as the sun is, the Bible assures us that God’s brilliance far surpasses it.
One day, His presence will be our only source of light.
Until then, may we see the sun as a daily symbol of His steadfast love and unwavering presence.
Say This Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for the gift of the sun, a constant reminder of Your light and faithfulness.
Just as it rises each day without fail, may Your presence shine upon my life. Help me walk in Your truth, guided by Your wisdom.
Let Your light dispel every darkness in my heart, filling me with peace, joy, and purpose.
May I reflect Your love, just as the sun reflects Your glory. I trust in You, Lord, and seek Your everlasting light. In Jesus’ name, Amen.