But over them only was spread a heavy night, an image of that darkness which was to come upon them. But they were to themselves more grievous than the darkness.

Wisdom 17:18
Or the mighty noise of stones tumbling down, or the running that could not be seen of beasts playing together, or the roaring voice of wild beasts, or a rebounding echo from the highest mountains: these things made them to swoon for fear.

Wisdom 17:19
For the whole world was enlightened, with a clear light, and none were hindered in their labours.

Wisdom 18:1
But thy saints had a very great light, and they heard their voice indeed, but did not see their shape. And because they also did not suffer the same things, they glorified thee:

Wisdom 18:2
And they that before had been wronged, gave thanks, because they were not hurt now: and asked this gift, that there might be a difference.