Matthew 17:4-6

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⁴And Peter said to Jesus, “Lord, it is well that we are here; if you wish, I will make three booths here, one for you and one for Moses and one for Eli′jah.”^[a] ⁵He was still speaking, when lo, a bright cloud overshadowed them, and a voice from the cloud said, “This is my beloved Son,^[b] with whom I am well pleased; listen to him.” ⁶When the disciples heard this, they fell on their faces, and were filled with awe.

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17.4 Peter thought the glorious Messianic kingdom had come. In fact, Jesus allowed this glimpse of his glory to strengthen them for the coming passion.
Matthew 17:5 Or my Son, my (or the) Beloved

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