Luke 9:33

And it came to pass, that, as they were departing from him, Peter said to Jesus: Master, it is good for us to be here; and let us make three tents, one for thee, and one for Moses, and one for Elijah; not knowing what he said.

The New Testament, American Bible Union (1865)

In The King James Version

And it came to pass, as they departed from him, Peter said unto Jesus, Master, it is good for us to be here: and let us make three tabernacles; one for thee, and one for Moses, and one for Elias: not knowing what he said.

In Context

32But Peter and they who were with him were heavy with sleep; and awaking, they saw his glory, and the two men that stood with him.

34While he said this, there came a cloud, and overshadowed them; and they feared as they entered into the cloud.

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Cross References

Matthew 17:14And when they were come to the multitude, there came to him a man, kneeling down to him, and saying:

Mark 10:38And Jesus said to them: Ye know not what ye ask. Are ye able to drink the cup that I drink, or to endure the immersion which I endure?

John 14:8Philip says to him: Lord, show us the Father, and it suffices us.

Matthew Henry on Luke 9:29-37

The Transfiguration. 28 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. 29 And as he prayed, the fashion of his countenance was altered, and his raiment was white and glistering. 30 And, behold, there talked with him two men, which were Moses and Elias: 31 Who appeared in glory, and spake of his decease which he should accomplish at Jerusalem. 32 But Peter and they that were with him were heavy with sleep: and when they were awake,… Read the whole commentary →

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