Jesus spoke of returning with power and great glory (Luke 21:27). Yet we are told that for a time during this epiphany of glory, the disciples were sleepy! 36 And when the voice had spoken, Jesus was found alone. 30 Suddenly they saw two men, Moses and Elijah, talking to him. saves me time (retirement is just as busy as full time ministry) saves me money..(how quickly our libraries are dated!). The Incarnation of Our Lord and the Transfiguration of Our Lord stand as book-ends or brackets at the beginning and end of the Christmas and Epiphany seasons. Dont disregard him. At this point in Lukes story, Jesus and the disciples are on the way into the abyss of Jesus passion. The apostle Paul notes that all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23), but then says, We were buried therefore with him through baptism to death, that just like Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, so we also might walk in newness of life (Romans 6:4). How so? Its to sing with Charles Wesley, Christ whose glory fills the skies, You can turn there. And likewise, we can have greater assurance that the words of the NT are from firsthand eyewitnesses. Third, how can it be, following on one of the most dazzling visual spectacles that ever took place on this planet, that the bottom line from God the Father is Listen to him. Listen? Perishable means it has an expiration date. The can of beans in our kitchen cabinet has an expiration date on it. We think it would be a cool experience to see God, perhaps like meeting a famous athlete or musician. It came to pass about eight days after Including the day on which the discourse, recorded in the preceding chapter, was delivered, and that on which the fact, Maybe the sleepiness of the disciples is emblematic for how often they had missed the glory of Jesus when it shined right in front of them day in and day out throughout Jesus ministry. Elijah fled to Mount Horeb, and there God spoke to him in a sound of sheer silence (1 Kings 19:12, NRSV; RSV: a still small voice). and they were afraid as they entered into the cloud (v. 34b). Bring your son here. 42While he was still coming, the demon threw him down and convulsed him violently. Luke tells us that Peter did not know what he was saying, something which is quite evident. They told no one of this astonishing moment. It is those two men who appear on the mountain with Jesus and his companions. 30 And behold, two men were talking with him, Moses and Elijah. Or they find Jesus rhetoric merely baffling and bewildering (see what happens in Luke 9:45 after another direct prediction of betrayal). Yes, Jesus is going to suffer and die. Exodus 34:29-35. When we are tempted to doubt if our prayers matter, we can read Lukes Gospel and see that Jesus had no such doubts. The contrast between the mountaintop and the base of the mountain could not be sharper. that he took with him Peter, John, and James (v. 28b). Sinai appearing before the glory of God. Click here to listen to this lesson. However, these words are directed to the disciples rather than Jesus (as at the baptism). A resource for the whole church from Luther Seminary. If weve taken any biology class, weve heard of this word. Stephen is stoned, lies down and falls asleep. I begged your disciples to cast it out, and they couldnt (v. 40). To the world, Jesus was simply the son of Joseph. WebThe Transfiguration. ), The Lectionary Commentary: Theological Exegesis for Sundays Text. Moses received the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai (Exodus 20:1-17). In the Transfiguration, the earthly Jesus shares for a moment the company of two great and worthy residents of heaven, Moses and Elijah. Indeed, by their very demeanor and words, they are actually tugging Jesus another direction! Were not told why, although it was not unusual for Jesus to pull these 3 aside. When Moses asked to see Gods glory, God replied, You cannot see my face, for man may not see me and live (Exodus 33:20)but God continued, Behold, there is a place by me, and you shall stand on the rock. Go another way! The disciples kept 34 As he was saying these things, a cloud came and overshadowed them, and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. This cloud came over them and they heard a voice, God himself, speaking to them. In this case this stunning revelation of glory took place well out of the public eye and then, even for those human eyes that did take it in, there was a mixture of confusion, sleepiness, and then reticence to speak of it in the future. Maybe this reminds us, as we in this Year C Lectionary cycle are on the cusp of the Season of Lent, that we need to listen really closely to what Jesus says from the cross whenhaving given the last full measure of his own devotion to this broken worldhe cries out, It is accomplished!. 18-20)and that they will also suffer and die (vv. This answers the question, Who is this?not by giving Jesus a title but by describing the process by which he will accomplish his work. His constant praying shows his love for his Father in heavenand his confidence that his prayers and his worship were heard. Let us proclaim our faith in Jesus. 29 And while he was praying, the appearance of his face changed, and his clothes became dazzling white. Even Peter keeps his mouth shut. Henry, Matthew. An experience the disciples never forgot. WebLuke 9:28-36. And it matters. God gave Moses the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai (Exo. ; Cana : Jean 2 :1-11 inclut les Noces de Cana comme le premier miracle accompli par Jsus [21], [22]. Faithless and perverse generation, how long shall I be with you and bear with you? In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus told his disciples, Then the righteous will shine forth like the sun in the Kingdom of their Father (Mt. This, however, also seems unlikely.). The reading was from the Gospel according to Luke: The Transfiguration. But on a different note: its always been a mystery to me how the disciples recognized Moses and Elijah. A GLIMPSE OF GLORY Luke 9:28-36 From some aspects this was the highest point in our Savior's Peters hasty and ill-conceived words provoke a divine response, from God the Father Himself. Prayer is a transfiguring, transforming duty, which makes the face to shine. I am Yahweh your God (Leviticus 23:43). Jesus is Gods beloved Son. Now Peter and those who were with him were heavy with sleep (v. 32a). In the Incarnation, the Son of God takes on human form and resides with us mortals on earth. They were to do this that your generations may know that I made the children of Israel to dwell in booths, when I brought them out of the land of Egypt. They are not really tracking all of what Jesus is saying, and so when Jesus speaks openly about his impending death, the disciples sometimes say nothing at all (note what happens after Luke 9:27: we fast-forward 8 whole days with no reported reactions whatsoever of the disciples to what Jesus had said). Jesus exodon (death/resurrection) is the great salvation event of the NT, freeing believers from bondage to sin and death. 29 And as he was praying, the appearance of his face was altered, and his clothing became dazzling white. But then I read some of the biblical accounts when angels would appear in glory to Gods people, and those people were typically terrified. His clothing became dazzling white. This scene challenges our comprehension, but something heavenly was happening here. Or perhaps he was thinking about Gods coming kingdom as displayed in the Jewish Feast of the Tabernacles, or the Feast of Tents., But the text here and in Marks parallel account seems that even Peter didnt know. In nature, metamorphosis is astonishing. Many prayers and much supplication. but when they were fully awake, they saw his glory, and the two men who stood with him (v. 32b). WebCommentary for Luke 9 . A few verses later, at 9:51, Luke writes that Jesus set his face to go to Jerusalem, where all that has been spoken of will take place for him. Does the radiance of God sparkle in your eyes? This recalls the story of Moses, who encountered God on Sinai as a devouring fire on the top of the mountain (Exodus 24:17) and whose face shone brightly by reason of his speaking with Yahweh (34:29). English versions of the Bible vary widely in how they translate that verse. Click here for more information. That word, TRANSFIGURED, is obviously why we call this the Transfiguration. It was a thanksgiving celebration. As such the booths also symbolize a time of rest, which could be interpreted allegorically as the messianic rest. Peter never forgot this moment when he had a brief glimpse of the coming glory of Jesus Christ. At this Transfiguration, God confirms that the new Moses-like prophet is Jesus, saying, This is my beloved Son. Only the High Priest is allowed to come into Gods presenceand he only on the Day of Atonement (Hebrews 9:7). The Greek word that Matthew and Mark use is basically our word, metamorphosis. It means to be transformed. And as he prayed, the fashion of his countenance was Action is both his strength and his weakness. Listen to him (v. 35). While he was still coming, the demon threw him down and convulsed him violently (v. 42a). One creature is nothing like the other. 29 And as he prayed, the fashion of his countenance was altered, and his raiment was white and glistering. And it also testifies to us of what Jesus Christ will do soon when he returns. This future glory of Christ when he comes again to earth soon is displayed for a short time on this mountaintop experience. In the preceding section, Jesus was with the larger group of disciples. Jesus was crucified on Mount Calvary and ascended into heaven from the Mount of Olives. But that is horrible, and now for at least a moment it appears that all that can be bypassed. Its real. Its easy to find a time-lapse video of this strange looking caterpillar forming a chrysalis, and then a couple weeks later opening up to display this butterfly. WebCommentary on Luke 9:28-36 (Read Luke 9:28-36) Christ's transfiguration was a specimen of that glory in which he will come to judge the world; and was an encouragement to his disciples to suffer for him. Each of the Synoptic Gospels contains an account of the Transfiguration (Matthew 17:1-9//Mark 9:2-10 //Luke 9:28-36). Im convinced every one of us would have responded similarly. Moreover, the disciples of Jesus are to listen to him. But, as one particular candidate came into the room, the whole ambiance of the room changed. And, lo, there appeared to them [473] Moses and Elijah talking with him.4. Check out these helpful resources Second, Moses and Elijah are present. Scripture assures us that we were all created in the image of God, but as we hustle past people in the malls, as we jostle next to them on the train, as we get annoyed with them when they crowd us in our airplane seat, we miss it. Ascribe to the Lord, O families of the peoples, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength!. And it came to pass about an eight days after these sayings, he took Peter and John and James, and went up into a mountain to pray. Jesus answers that in the next verse. pierce the gloom of sin and grief; See Gill on Matthew 17:1. The moderator of the committee told me later, It was as if someone turned on the lights. To have Jesus entire body and clothing lit up like the sun, and to see two ancient biblical heroes appearing out of the past.well, whats the only response but amazement and fear? The story of Elijahs going to heaven is told at 2 Kings 2:11-12. Lets make three tents: one for you, and one for Moses, and one for Elijah, not knowing what he said (v. 33). And Terrifying. His face was altered. The event takes place about eight days later (9:28), rather than after six (Mark 9:2; Matt 17:1); there appears to be no particular significance for the change. The event was a revelation of Christs glory and was witnessed by only three chosen apostles. Luke 9:28-36 Transfiguration of the Lord You can tell when someone is really listening to you, writes Amanda Ripley in High Conflict: Why We Get Trapped and How We Get Out.. As a journalist, Amanda listens to people for a living. A rather literal translation would be that the disciples were weighed down with sleep, but when they were fully awake, they saw his glory.. And yet, wed all do well to spend a little time on a mountaintop every once in a while. Well, Peter as usual is the first one to speak up. Moses came to set the people of Israel free from slavery in Egypt. But it also reminds us that the way to Easter is through the cross. And while this looks a little one-dimensional compared to the computer-generated graphics were so accustomed to, its meant to represent their holiness. (Luke 9:37-38) The glory of the mountaintop was short-lived, at best. Jesus is in glory already, and they are with him. Perhaps because Israel is the people of the Law and the Prophets, and Moses was the great lawgiver, and Elijah the great prophet. They kept silent and in those days told no one of any of the things they had seen. And the story of the transfiguration in todays gospel (Luke 9:28-36) is the story of the sublime, absolute beauty. In any case, its clear from the Gospel accounts by Matthew, Mark, and Luke that the disciples were terrified at what was happening. He says something that seems to make no sense: Let us set up tents for you, Moses and Elijah., Why did he say this? Lukes account is closely related to the First Lesson, in which Moses, after being in the presence of God to receive the Ten Commandments, comes down from Mount Sinai, and the skin of his face shone because he had been talking with God (Exodus 34:29). He considers Peters proposal foolish, but doesnt tell us why: One possibility is that Peter is trying to prolong the mountaintop experienceto keep Jesus safe on the mountain rather than seeing him exposed to suffering, rejection, and death (v. 22). 35B (Dallas: Word Books, 1993), Pervo, Richard I., and Carl, William J. III, Proclamation 2, Epiphany, Series C (Philadelphia: Fortress Press, 1979), Ringe, Sharon H., Westminster Bible Companion, Luke (Louisville: Westminster John Knox Press), Rohr, Richard, The Good News According to Luke: Spiritual Reflections (New York: The Crossroad Publishing Company, 1997), Stein, Robert H., The New American Commentary: Luke (Nashville: Broadman Press, 1992), Tannehill, Robert C., Abingdon New Testament Commentaries: Luke (Nashville: Abingdon, 1996), Copyright 2007, 2010, Richard Niell Donovan, The Son of Man must suffer many things, and be rejected by the elders, chief priests, and scribes, and be killed, and the third day be raised up, be killed, and on the third day be raised up, suffer many things, and be rejected by the elders, chief priests, and scribes, and be killed, and the third day be raised up, Faithless and perverse generation, how long shall I be with you and bear with you? God speaks of Jesus as his Chosen One, for Jesus has accepted his role. WebLuke 9:28-36. The disciples kept this to themselves and did not tell anyone at that time what they had seen. Luke 9:28-36 Commentary. It is absolutely overwhelming to us mere mortals on earth. If the moment wasnt already astonishing, now two great men of God from centuries before appear with Jesus, right in front of the 3 disciples. Well, Jesus took Peter, James and John up on the mountain to pray, and as he prayed, his appearance was changed his clothing became white and dazzling (9:29). Copyright 2007, Philip McLarty. And the people should listen to him. 39Behold, a spirit takes him, he suddenly cries out, and it convulses him so that he foams, and it hardly departs from him, bruising him severely. The scripture lessons from the Old and New Testaments this morning are like bookends. The Transfiguration of Our Lord is a day that gives those at worship a glimpse of the coming future glory of Christ on Easter. WebLuke 9:28-36 This passage is traditionally know as the Transfiguration, from the Greek term used by both Mark and Matthew to describe what happened to Jesus ( metemorphotha, Mk 9:2-8, Mt 17:1-8). Peter, James, and John already believed in life after death, but surely this moment dramatically increased their convictions that everything they had been taught about life after death was absolutely true. The voice from the clouds echoes the voice from heaven at Jesus baptismYou are my beloved Son. Lets make three tents: It goes without saying they had no way to recognize them physically. Like in Star Wars when Yoda appears as a ghost before Luke Skywalker. This is such an unusual moment. Web9:28-36 Christ's transfiguration was a specimen of that glory in which he will come to judge the world; and was an encouragement to his disciples to suffer for him. And for the worshiping congregation, Lent begins on the following Wednesday. I write these lines just after hanging up the telephone. Web74. What he says about discipleship is also to be heeded. Prayer is a To glimpse his majesty and power. It took me a while to pick up on his pattern, and when I did, I asked his wife what was going on. Insights on preaching and sermon ideas, straight to your inbox. Like my elder years ago, wed likely come back refreshed and renewed and revived in the Spirit. To me, its one of the more remarkable biological events. For all of us, let us seek to know the glory of God that we might experience the wonder and awe and fear of knowing him. What is some significance for us today from these words here in Luke 9?? Fill me, radiancy divine; Luke 9:2223 ESV The Son of Man must suffer many things and be rejected by the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and on the third day be raised. And he said to all, If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.. WebMatthew 17:1-8. As for the transfiguration of Jesus, it represents a turning point in his life: No longer would he continue his ministry in Galilee, his hour had come. Throughout the scriptures, light is a symbol of God, so that whenever we come into the presence of God, were filled with the light of Gods love, and, like a prism, the radiance of God is reflected and refracted through us to illumine and enlighten others. Achtemeier, Paul J. and Elizabeth R., Proclamation, Epiphany, Series C (Philadelphia: Fortress Press, 1973), Barclay, William, The Daily Study Bible, The Gospel of Luke (Edinburgh: Saint Andrew Press, 1953), Bock, Darrell L., The IVP New Testament Commentary Series: Luke, Vol. God the Fathers words point us back to an OT prophecy of the coming Messiah. 33It happened, as they were parting from him, that Peter said to Jesus, Master, it is good for us to be here. Later, however, they succeeded in healing everywhere (9:6). Peter is an action-man! And his resurrected guarantees our resurrection. WebLuke 9:28 Context Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers (28-36) And it came to pass.--See Notes on Matthew 17:1-13, and Mark 9:2-13. Perhaps someone in this room. Arise, O Lord, let not man prevail. 7-9. What was his response? Luke 9:28-36. The glory of the Lord was revealed at his birth (Luke 2:9). When I was out in Odessa, we decided to call an associate pastor. Jesus words echo Moses reproach of Israel, and provide one more link between Moses and Jesus (Deuteronomy 32:5see also Numbers 14:27; Isaiah 65:2). Anybody who manages to radiate the energy and light of a lightning bolt is mighty powerful and mighty bright. On this mountain the subject (has been) death (Craddock, Interpretation, 135). 32Now Peter and those who were with him were heavy with sleep, but when they were fully awake, they saw his glory, and the two men who stood with him. We know from Matthews and Marks Gospels Jesus told them to tell no one until after the resurrection. The Bible has a more remarkable story of a metamorphosis. 2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2. Instead we are told only that they discussed his departure. Thats why they were there. While it has been common to think of them as representing the law and the prophets, which is not to be discounted, there may be more important things about them in this story. It is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory. Thou that dwellest between the cherubim, shine forth: Show Me a token for good: Father, glorify Thy name.". Web9:28-36 Christ's transfiguration was a specimen of that glory in which he will come to judge the world; and was an encouragement to his disciples to suffer for him. Either expression, as Stephen Farris points out in The Lectionary Commentary, could be the loose equivalent of saying about a week later. Yet, as Farris also suggests, in Lukes context the eighth day could be a prefigurement of the resurrection as well. They will fail to understand Jesus warning about his betrayal (9:43-45). WebA GLIMPSE OF GLORY Luke 9:28-36 From some aspects this was the highest point in our Savior's earthly career. They went up onto the mountain to pray (v. 28c). Jesus had recently spoken of his coming glory to the disciples. We can read about that in Luke 22 just hours before the Crucifixion. There are many parallels between Moses in Exodus 24 and Jesus at the Transfiguration. The way Luke frames it, the whole dazzling event ends up being kind of sweet in its own way, as though the Fathersensing the apprehension of the Sonsent down some reinforcements to buck him up and help him make it across the finish line. What is sown is perishable; what is raised is imperishable. Let me offer a few thoughts. 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