Quick Answer

Bathe in Light is a uncommon Instant from CMD (CMD) costing {1}{W}. Current price: $0.81 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Bathe in Light MTG card

Bathe in Light

Instant

Card Text

Radiance — Choose a color. Target creature and each other creature that shares a color with it gain protection from the chosen color until end of turn.

"Truth shines even in darkness. Those who march on the side of truth walk always in righteous light."

Card Stats

uncommon CMC: 2.0 CMD CMD 🎨 Alex Horley-Orlandelli
Radiance

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.81
Normal
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Card Kingdom
$0.39
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Cardmarket
€0.18
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Cardmarket
€0.10
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-08

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Predh Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bathe in Light? Basics

Bathe in Light is a Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Radiance — Choose a color. Target creature and each other creature that shares a color with it gain protection from the chosen color until end of turn."

How much mana does Bathe in Light cost to cast? Basics

Bathe in Light has a mana cost of {1}{W}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires W mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

Bathe in Light's mana cost of {1}{W} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

Bathe in Light has a mana value of 2.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

Bathe in Light's current oracle text is: "Radiance — Choose a color. Target creature and each other creature that shares a color with it gain protection from the chosen color until end of turn."

What is the current price of Bathe in Light? Pricing

The current market price for Bathe in Light is approximately $0.81 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.18 EUR.

Where can I buy Bathe in Light? Pricing

You can purchase Bathe in Light from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Is Bathe in Light legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Bathe in Light in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is Bathe in Light legal in Modern? Legality

Bathe in Light is Legal in Modern format.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is Bathe in Light legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Bathe in Light is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Bathe in Light legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Bathe in Light in Pioneer is not available.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is Bathe in Light legal in Legacy? Legality

Bathe in Light is Legal in Legacy format.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is Bathe in Light legal in Vintage? Legality

Bathe in Light is Legal in Vintage format.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is Bathe in Light legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Bathe in Light in Pauper is not available.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is Bathe in Light from? Details

This printing of Bathe in Light is from CMD (CMD), with collector number 9.

Bathe in Light may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Bathe in Light's rarity? Details

Bathe in Light is a uncommon card in CMD.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated Bathe in Light? Details

Bathe in Light was illustrated by Alex Horley-Orlandelli.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

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