What does Psalm 139:12 mean?

Psalm 139:12 highlights themes such as light, darkness, knowledge when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 139:12 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Yea, the darkness hideth not from thee; but the night shineth as the day: the darkness and the light are both alike to thee.

10Even there shall thy hand lead me, and thy right hand shall hold me.

11If I say, Surely the darkness shall cover me; even the night shall be light about me.

12Yea, the darkness hideth not from thee; but the night shineth as the day: the darkness and the light are both alike to thee.

13For thou hast possessed my reins: thou hast covered me in my mother's womb.

14I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.

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John 8:12
Jesus declares Himself as the light of the world, echoing the idea that darkness cannot hide from God.