Peter was still speaking when a bright cloud covered them with its shadow, and a voice from the cloud said:
“This is my Son, the Beloved, my Chosen One. Listen to him.”
Commentaries
17:1 - 17:13
Transfiguration of Jesus.
The disciples feel discouraged after hearing Jesus’ announcement of his passion and understanding the consequences of following him. The transfiguration serves as a message of encouragement because it reveals Jesus’ glory and points to his victory on the cross. In this account, we see a full view of who Jesus is. Through him, God’s glory is shown; he is truly the Messiah Israel has waited for and is also the Son of God. This presentation is meant for the disciples who are with him and, in the evangelist’s view, for everyone reading the Gospel. Its goal is to strengthen the disciples’ faith in Jesus by helping them see his victory over death; thus, they can face all the challenges of being his followers.
Commentaries
Transfiguration of Jesus.
The disciples feel discouraged after hearing Jesus’ announcement of his passion and understanding the consequences of following him. The transfiguration serves as a message of encouragement because it reveals Jesus’ glory and points to his victory on the cross. In this account, we see a full view of who Jesus is. Through him, God’s glory is shown; he is truly the Messiah Israel has waited for and is also the Son of God. This presentation is meant for the disciples who are with him and, in the evangelist’s view, for everyone reading the Gospel. Its goal is to strengthen the disciples’ faith in Jesus by helping them see his victory over death; thus, they can face all the challenges of being his followers.