Comment: The Holy Bible here refers to Jesus Christ as “a light of the Gentiles”. This statement was echoed by Simeon at the presentation of Jesus Christ in the temple when he said: “Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word: For mine eyes have seen thy salvation, Which thou hast prepared before the face of all people; A light to lighten the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel.” – Luke 2:29-32.
Jesus Christ lived up to the prophecy made about him by God’s grace. Concerning him Apostle John said: “In him was life; and the life was the light of men.” (John 1:4) He himself left no one in doubt as to his pre-eminent position as the Guide, Example and Teacher of the people of God, when he stated: “I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.” – John 8:12.
Following the light of Christ means abiding by the truth which he brought and which gives life. (John 14:6) Those who are of good heart condition will always seek guidance from and follow the laws of God. The prophet David stated: “Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.” (Psalm 119:105. See also Proverbs 6:23). We should pray God to help us to always follow His laws, doctrines, instructions so as to have life and peace. – Psalm 36:9.