Parable of the Lamp Under a Bushel

No one lights a lamp and hides it or puts it under a bed. Instead, they put it on a stand so that those who come in can see the light.

Parable of the Lamp Under a Bushel

Matthew 5:15 / KJV
15. Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house.

General themes for this chapter of the Bible: Sermon on the Mount; Beatitudes; Salt and Light; Fulfillment of the Law; Anger; Adultery; Divorce; Oaths; Eye for Eye; Love for Enemies

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A dark, stormy sea with a single lighthouse shining its beam across the waves, representing the light of faith guiding through difficult times. The lighthouse in the storm represents the strength and guidance of faith during difficult times.

A single, brightly lit oil lamp illuminating a dark room, casting long shadows on the walls. The flame flickers gently, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The lamp represents the light of faith, which should be shared openly and not hidden.

Close-up of a delicate moth drawn to the flame of a candle, its wings illuminated by the soft glow. The background is dark and out of focus. The moth drawn to the flame symbolizes the human soul seeking spiritual enlightenment.

A lamp shining brightly on a windowsill, its light spilling out into the night, contrasting with the darkness outside. The lamp shining in the darkness represents the Christian's role in bringing light to the world.

A row of identical oil lamps lined up on a table, each with a different level of brightness, symbolizing the varying degrees of faith. The varying levels of brightness symbolize the different levels of faith and commitment among believers.

A hand holding a lamp high above a crowd of people, illuminating their faces and casting long shadows on the ground. The hand holding the lamp represents leadership and guidance in sharing the light of faith.

A lamp placed under a bushel basket, its light completely hidden from view, symbolizing hidden talent or suppressed truth. The lamp under the bushel represents hidden talent or suppressed truth, which should be revealed.

A cityscape at night, with lights shining from windows of various buildings, representing the light of faith shining in the world. The cityscape with lights shining represents the Christian community as a source of light in the world.

A single star shining brightly in a dark night sky, symbolizing the light of hope and guidance. The star symbolizes hope and guidance, reminding us that even in darkness, there is always light.

A close-up of a sunflower facing the sun, its petals bathed in golden light, symbolizing the importance of seeking light and truth. The sunflower facing the sun symbolizes the importance of seeking light and truth in our lives.

overlayed with the bible verse 15. Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house.

NOTE: The images reflect the following descriptions related to the theme : Parable of the Lamp Under a Bushel

A single, brightly lit oil lamp illuminating a dark room, casting long shadows on the walls. The flame flickers gently, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Close-up of a delicate moth drawn to the flame of a candle, its wings illuminated by the soft glow. The background is dark and out of focus.
A lamp shining brightly on a windowsill, its light spilling out into the night, contrasting with the darkness outside.
A row of identical oil lamps lined up on a table, each with a different level of brightness, symbolizing the varying degrees of faith.
A hand holding a lamp high above a crowd of people, illuminating their faces and casting long shadows on the ground.
A lamp placed under a bushel basket, its light completely hidden from view, symbolizing hidden talent or suppressed truth.
A cityscape at night, with lights shining from windows of various buildings, representing the light of faith shining in the world.
A single star shining brightly in a dark night sky, symbolizing the light of hope and guidance.
A close-up of a sunflower facing the sun, its petals bathed in golden light, symbolizing the importance of seeking light and truth.
A dark, stormy sea with a single lighthouse shining its beam across the waves, representing the light of faith guiding through difficult times.

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