Luke 9:33

And it came to pass, in their parting from Him, Peter said to Jesus, “Master, it is good to us to be here; and we may make three shelters: one for You, and one for Moses, and one for Elijah,” not knowing what he says:

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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 those with him were heavy with sleep, and having awoken, they saw His glory, and the two men standing with Him.

34and as he was speaking these things, there came a cloud, and overshadowed them, and they feared in their entering into the cloud,

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Cross References

Psalms 4:6Many are saying, “Who shows us good?” Lift on us the light of Your face, O YHWH,

Psalms 63:2So I have seen You in the sanctuary, || To behold Your strength and Your glory.

Matthew 17:14And when they came to the multitude, there came to Him a man, kneeling down to Him,

Mark 10:38and Jesus said to them, “You have not known what you ask; are you able to drink of the cup that I drink of, and with the immersion that I am immersed with—to be immersed?”

John 14:8Philip says to Him, “Lord, show to us the Father, and it is enough for 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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