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And they lifting up their eyes saw no one but only Jesus.
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After the veil of the law and the prophets, which had previously enveloped the apostles, was lifted, the light of the Alpha and Omega, or the true light, was unveiled in the gospel."},{"author-name":"John Chrysostom","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c88ea76859f9f8e2ffd3ee_John%20Chrysostom.png","category":"Holy Fathers and Teachers","century":4,"exegesis-text":"What caused their astonishment upon hearing these words? Previously, a voice had been heard at the Jordan, witnessed by the people, yet no one had experienced anything similar; and once again, during the thunder, they claimed that no one had encountered such a phenomenon. Why did they humble themselves on the mountain? The reasons included the solitude and elevation of the location, the deep silence, the terrifying beauty of the transfiguration, the remarkable light, and the expansive cloud—all of these elements filled them with great fear. They were surrounded by wonders from every direction, leading them to fall down in fear and reverence. However, to ensure that their fear did not overshadow their recollection, Christ swiftly alleviated their fright and revealed Himself to their eyes alone; He instructed them not to share the event with anyone until He had risen from the dead."},{"author-name":"Theophylact of Bulgaria","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c8989296bafed9104677d7_Theophylact%20of%20Bulgaria.png","category":"Holy Fathers and Teachers","century":11,"exegesis-text":"... Yet it stands solitary, so that you do not believe the voice spoke of Moses and Elijah rather than of Him, for He is the Son."},{"author-name":"Michail (Lusin)","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c89550c567e172d15b3055_Michail%20(Lusin).png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"Jesus instructed them not to disclose the event, emphasizing His transfiguration as a profound confirmation for His most reliable disciples of His true identity as the Messiah acknowledged by Peter. The Mosaic Law mandated that the testimony of two or three witnesses was needed to substantiate any claim (Deuteronomy 17:6). In this instance, three witnesses were present, and the truth illustrated by the miraculous transfiguration, which demonstrated the divinity of Jesus Christ, was indisputable even by legal standards. Subsequently, one of these witnesses, the Apostle Peter, reflected on this extraordinary occurrence, affirming it as irrefutable evidence of Christ's divine nature (2 Pet. 1:16-18). It was deemed unnecessary to disclose this event to others at that time; the more extraordinary the accounts of Him became, the harder it would have been for many to accept. Additionally, the burden of the cross would have been more tempting. Thus, He urged them to remain silent and further reminded them of His impending sufferings, indicating the rationale for His command of silence. However, He did not prohibit them from sharing this revelation indefinitely, but only until after His resurrection. Following that, could they be led into temptation? They could not, for it was simply a matter of enduring until the crucifixion, after which they were empowered by the Spirit, finding their voice through the signs that accompanied them. Furthermore, the events that unfolded no longer posed any temptation."},{"author-name":"Abbot Panteleimon about the Trinity","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c96d263b8c22d9c467bdab_no-pic-theosis.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"To prevent any misunderstanding that the voice could pertain to Moses or Elijah, it is important to note that the Lord stands solitary. As their eyes were opened, they observed ONLY JESUS by Himself. The wondrous revelation has concluded."},{"author-name":"Gladkow B.I.","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c88bf0ceef8c96e09a6521_Gladkow%20B.I..png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"Jesus approached the disciples, touched them, and instructed, \\"Get up and do not fear.\\" They rose to their feet. The cloud faded away, and the extraordinary vision concluded: Jesus appeared to them just as they had always known Him, in His familiar form and attire."},{"author-name":"Lopuchin A.P.","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c891400ee1341634d2276d_Lopuchin%20A.P..png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"The disciples fell to the ground, shielding their faces in the grass. Once they emerged from the awe induced by the fearsome voice and the radiant light, they lifted their eyes and surveyed their surroundings—everything had come to an end. The brilliant cloud had vanished, and there were no longer any radiant faces or brilliant white garments; only Jesus remained with them, while the stars gently cast their light upon the mountain's slopes. Initially, they hesitated to stand or even to rise, but Jesus, their Lord, just as they had witnessed Him in prayer before, approached them, touched them, and said, “Arise, do not be afraid!\\""},{"author-name":"Paul Matwejewski","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c8969f5be0d592d5a10576_Paul%20Matwejewski.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"Upon hearing the voice of the heavenly Father, the apostles fell down in fear and dread. However, Jesus Christ approached them, touched them, and reassured them by saying, \\"Get up and do not be afraid.\\" When they opened their eyes and looked around, they saw only the Lord Jesus Christ, leaving no doubt that the divine voice was calling him."},{"author-name":"Bogolepow D.P.","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c96d263b8c22d9c467bdab_no-pic-theosis.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"Following this, the gospel writers recount the conclusion of the vision. While Peter continued to speak, a radiant cloud enveloped them, and they heard a voice from the cloud saying, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear Him. In the Old Testament, the cloud represented the presence of God (Exodus 19:18; Exodus 24:18; 1 Kings 8:10-12). The voice the disciples heard from the cloud was the same as that which they had heard during the Lord's baptism, with the added directive, Listen to Him; this served to remind the disciples of Moses’ prophecy (Deut. 18:15), which was fulfilled through Jesus. \\n\\nThe Gospel of Matthew more accurately portrays the disciples' reaction at that moment: they were filled with fear and fell to the ground. Jesus approached them, touched them, and told them, Arise, and do not be afraid. When they got up, they looked around and saw no one except Jesus. The Gospel of Luke notes that at the time the voice spoke, Jesus was alone, making it clear to the disciples to whom the voice referred. Meanwhile, the Gospel of Mark emphasizes the abrupt vanishing of Moses and Elijah from the disciples' sight."}]}
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