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Matthew 17:4-6
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
Matthew 17:4-6
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
4 And 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] 5 He 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.” 6 When 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
Matthew 17:4-6
New International Version
Matthew 17:4-6
New International Version
4 Peter said to Jesus, “Lord, it is good for us to be here. If you wish, I will put up three shelters—one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah.”
5 While he was still speaking, a bright cloud covered them, and a voice from the cloud said, “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.(A) Listen to him!”(B)
6 When the disciples heard this, they fell facedown to the ground, terrified.
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