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Six days later Jesus took Peter and the two brothers, James and John, and led them up a high mountain to be alone.
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As the men watched, Jesus’ appearance was transformed so that his face shone like the sun, and his clothes became as white as light.
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Suddenly, Moses and Elijah appeared and began talking with Jesus.
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Peter exclaimed, “Lord, it’s wonderful for us to be here! If you want, I’ll make three shelters as memorials —one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.”
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But even as he spoke, a bright cloud overshadowed them, and a voice from the cloud said, “This is my dearly loved Son, who brings me great joy. Listen to him.”
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The disciples were terrified and fell face down on the ground.
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Then Jesus came over and touched them. “Get up,” he said. “Don’t be afraid.”