He is a royalty but He suffered a lot for our sins. (Nashville: Abingdon, 1952), Green, Joel B., The New International Commentary on the New Testament: The Gospel of Luke (Grand Rapids: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company, 1997), Hendriksen, William, New Testament Commentary: Luke (Grand Rapids: Baker Book House, 1978), Nickle, Keith F., Preaching the Gospel of Luke (Louisville: Westminster John Knox, 2000), Nolland, John, Word Biblical Commentary: Luke 9:2118:34, Vol. It lit up like a blazing light. Lazarus is described as having fallen asleep. But other times he swings at the pitch, completely whiffs, and strikes out. To see Gods glory provokes an intense response. Go on and at least try to establish an earthly kingdom. that he took with him Peter, John, and James (v. 28b). Now, lets think about that for just a moment. The rest of the event seems to have taken place for Jesus edification. This is not an issue of cowardice. ; Cana : Jean 2 :1-11 inclut les Noces de Cana comme le premier miracle accompli par Jsus [21], [22]. Lukes disclosure concerning the conversation is highly significant for his account. Matthews Gospel account says that Jesus was, transfigured before them, and his face shone like the sun, and his clothes became white as light (Matt 17:2). If Peter, James, and John had any doubts before as to who Jesus was, seeing Jesus lit up like the blazing sun, seeing the long-dead Moses and Elijah alive before them, and now hearing a voice from heaven, surely they had no doubts now. This recalls the story of Moses, who encountered God on Sinai as a devouring fire on the top of the mountain (Exodus 24:17) and whose face shone brightly by reason of his speaking with Yahweh (34:29). The last 3 chapters of Luke speak of this. Should the preacher make The apostles sent forth. Now, in todays Gospel lesson, we have the most authoritative answer to the question, Who is this? God says, This is my beloved Son. This passage is traditionally know as the Transfiguration, from the Greek term used by both Mark and Matthew to describe what happened to Jesus (metemorphotha, Mk 9:2-8, Mt 17:1-8).Since this term as adopted into English often carries connotations of a permanent and radical alteration, as in the Earlier in this chapter, Herod, hearing of the great works that Jesus was doing, was very perplexed, because it was said by some that John had risen from the dead, and by some that Elijah had appeared, and by others that one of the old prophets had risen again. WebThe Transfiguration. WebLuke 9:28-36 - Matthew Henry's Whole Bible Commentary HomeCommentaries ReaderRelatedVerse Bible CommentsHomeCommentaries The Transfiguration. Luke 9:28-36. WebMatthew Henry's Commentary on Luke 9:28-36 In this chapter we have, I. And there is more to it than simply an unforgettable moment. Peter never forgot this moment when he had a brief glimpse of the coming glory of Jesus Christ. Listen, and not Look? Its not what I expected to hear the Father say! See Mark 9:14-29 and Matthew 17:14-20 for parallels. Even to see an angel in his glory would be terrifying. The moment is over! Master, it is good for us to be here. The Transfiguration is a story with six characters, but none we can, or probably want to, identify with fully. Luke 9:28-36 Commentary. 18-20). It also reveals a quality we tend to overlook, that those whove walked with God glow with the radiance of Gods presence. 35A voice came out of the cloud, saying, This is my beloved Son. Mark says they were afraid when Jesus was first glorified (Mark 9:6). Luke 9:28-36, Seeing Jesus Glory. Jesus understands our suffering because he suffered greatly in his days on the earth. WebJesus Heals a Centurions Servant. And we must be resurrected, for 1 Corinthians 15 tells us that flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God. Sinai appearing before the glory of God. Loud cries and tears. If you look at all three Gospels: So essentially they were understandably terrified in the entire experience. Moses and Elijah, who were leaving Jesus prior to the voice from the cloud (v. 33), are gone. 1. At least 9 times that I could find in this Gospel. In nature, metamorphosis is astonishing. When Peter came to his senses and realized the significance of the moment, he said. Peter is an action-man! Is there any trustworthy voice amidst the cacophony? 1. Moses and Elijah spoke of (Jesus) departure (Greek: exodon), which he was about to accomplish at Jerusalem (v. 31). Should the preacher make use of the short text, relating the Transfiguration alone (9:28-36) or use the long text, telling not only the story of the Transfiguration but also relating the story of an exorcism (Luke 9:28-43)? Why should they have problems with this demon? Luke 9 is no exception. Moses and Elijah. That Jesus perhaps needed this boost is testament to his true humanity. 33 And as the men were parting from him, Peter said to Jesus, Master, it is good that we are here. Moses spoke words of a coming prophet. Ive seen the Lord! 3. Lets make three tents: one for you, and one for Moses, and one for Elijah, not knowing what he said (v. 33). If that is our view, we are badly, badly mistaken. It commemorates Gods protection during the wilderness wanderings (Leviticus 23:39-43). Let us make three tents, one for you and one for Moses and one for Elijahnot knowing what he said. Many prayers and much supplication. 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. The contrast between the mountaintop and the base of the mountain could not be sharper. Jesus spoke of returning with power and great glory (Luke 21:27). From the looks of the text, it would not be an unwarranted leap to think these three did not tell even the other nine disciples what had taken place. For a few days, hed live on beef jerky and chewing tobacco. This is my beloved Son. Let me offer a few thoughts. The voice from the clouds echoes the voice from heaven at Jesus baptismYou are my beloved Son. A rather literal translation would be that the disciples were weighed down with sleep, but when they were fully awake, they saw his glory.. What were Peter, John, and James thinking about this stunning scene before them? They will stand at a distance while Jesus was crucified (23:49). In the Protestant lectionary, Transfiguration Sunday stands at the juncture between Epiphany and Lent, and as such, offers a glimpse forward to the Easter Season and the Resurrection and Ascension of Christ. On the other side of the bookshelf weve got Jesus going up on Mount Herman. What was his response? The disciples are terrified because they understand the cloud as the presence of God. My Name Is _____ stick-on name badges. Now we learn that they have also failed to heal this boy (v. 40). What he has said about himself and what is to happen is Gods will. No such account appears in the Gospel of John, in which one might say that Jesus is somewhat transfigured as the transcendent Son of God on earth all the way through! Who knows what will happen to them now that they are in Gods presenceperhaps they will die! We think it would be a cool experience to see God, perhaps like meeting a famous athlete or musician. This is my beloved Son. The ASV, which is also in the public domain due to expired copyrights, was a very good translation, but included many archaic words (hast, shineth, etc. Perhaps he is also tying it to the Feast of Tabernacles, where the Israelites present offerings for seven days and then have a holy convocation on the eighth day (Leviticus 23:36). Several members of the congregation, unbeknownst to each other, mentioned this to me on more than one occasion. It is interesting to note that although Luke tells us that Jesus garments shone as bright as a flash of lightning, we are not told that Jesus face shone, only that it changed. In the Greek this is literally that the EIDOS of his face changed, the image, the appearance, of his face was altered. This event was unprecedented. A Sermon Based on Luke 9:28-36 March 4, 2019; Rev. They will fail to heal a boy with a demon (9:37-43). That means there truly is life after the grave. Later, after the resurrection, he will make it clear that his death was necessary so that he might enter into his glory (Luke 24:26). Our bodies will be glorious. The disciples kept They cannot encourage Jesus to stick with what they dont understand (and would resist if they did understand it). It is not what you would expect. But who can adequately translate those "strong cryings and tears?" Check out these helpful resources Our confidence in Christ is strengthened by this testimony. This future glory of Christ when he comes again to earth soon is displayed for a short time on this mountaintop experience. From the very beginning there has been nothing about the appearance of Jesus that would cause you to think that he was anything more than just another boy, the son of a carpenter. To me, its one of the more remarkable biological events. With a thirst to know God. Web28 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. The apostle Paul notes that all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23), but then says, We were buried therefore with him through baptism to death, that just like Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, so we also might walk in newness of life (Romans 6:4). Jesus had recently spoken of his coming glory to the disciples. 28 dNow about eight days after these sayings he took with him ePeter and John and James and fwent up on the mountain to pray. In an excellent book called The Incomparable Christ, author Oswald Sanders said, The presence of Moses and Elijah would be to them the pledge of their own immortality. Luke 9:28-36 Transfiguration of the Lord You can tell when someone is really listening to you, writes Amanda Ripley in High Conflict: Why We Get Trapped and How We Get Out.. As a journalist, Amanda listens to people for a living. All three of the Synoptics place the Transfiguration immediately after Jesus first passion pronouncement, emphasizing that the one who willbe killed, and on the third day be raised up (v. 22) is not a random victim of violence, but is the Son of God carrying out Gods plan (v. 35). 5:14). ; Capharnam : La pricope de Jsus dans la synagogue de Capharnam correspond au dbut du ministre public de Jsus dans le rcit du Nouveau Testament [8]. There is a sermon in these few words. WebLuke 9:28 Context Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers (28-36) And it came to pass.--See Notes on Matthew 17:1-13, and Mark 9:2-13. May we meditate on the reality of this passage. Listen to him! (v. 35). Were not told why, although it was not unusual for Jesus to pull these 3 aside. Spiritual. This was a real and astonishing moment in history. They are left with Jesus and silence. when, however, they had thoroughly awakened, 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, Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers. Maybe this reminds us, as we in this Year C Lectionary cycle are on the cusp of the Season of Lent, that we need to listen really closely to what Jesus says from the cross whenhaving given the last full measure of his own devotion to this broken worldhe cries out, It is accomplished!. This is such an unusual moment. This word, exodon, provides another parallel with Moses, who led the Exodus from Egypt. The glorified Christ in Luke 9 is a taste of the glorified Christ after the resurrection. Ascribe to the Lord, O families of the peoples, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength!. He says that Moses and Elijah were speaking of his departure, which he was about to accomplish in Jerusalem (9:31). His face was altered. Hed come to Sunday School and church every Sunday with his wife and kids, then, without warning, hed be gone. The disciples will also have a problem with sleep at the Mount of Olives (22:45). It will happen, while my glory passes by, that I will put you in a cleft of the rock, and will cover you with my hand until I have passed by; then I will take away my hand, and you will see my back; but my face shall not be seen (Exodus 33:21-23). Jesus answers that in the next verse. It happened, as they were parting from him, that Peter said to Jesus, Master, it is good for us to be here. Listen to him! (v. 35). Dont doubt him. But as Buechner says, there are moments of transfiguration in all our lives. 29 And as he was praying, the appearance of his face was altered, and his clothing became dazzling white. First Reading Commentary on Exodus 34:29-35 Moses countenance glows 35 And a voice came out of the cloud, saying, This is my Son, my Chosen One; listen to him!. . More importantly, it marked a renewal of Gods covenant with Israel. Luke says that this epiphany on the mountaintop took place eight days after Peters famous confession of Jesus as the Christ. 29 And as he prayed, the fashion of his countenance was altered, and his raiment was white and glistering. 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. WebCommentary, explanation and study verse by verse of Luke 9:28-36 by Matthew Henry's Whole Bible Commentary. Mountains are places of prayer, and it is on mountains that many significant encounters with God take place. This has been a mountaintop experience but not the kind about which persons write glowingly of sunrises, soft breezes, warm friends, music, and quiet time. Or Isaiah the prophet who, in Isaiah 6, had this heavenly vision of God in full display of his glory and majesty. WebCommentary on Luke 9:28-36 (Read Luke 9:28-36) Christ's transfiguration was a specimen of that glory in which he will come to judge the world; and was an 29 And as he prayed, the fashion of his countenance was altered, and his raiment was white and glistering. Rev., the mountain. The voice from the cloud interrupts so that Jesus never responds directly to Peters suggestion to build booths. Were not told, but it seems that maybe the true image of God, the image of the Son, the spittin image of the Son who was his Father all over againmaybe this is what shone through in a way the disciples managed to miss seeing most days. You and I in these bodies.we have an expiration date. That date is not stamped on us like on the can of beans, but its there. Instead we are told only that they discussed his departure. Thats why they were there. The point is that Gods glory is so overwhelming that humans arent engineered to be capable of experiencing it. At the top of the mountain, they found themselves in the presence of God, who testified to the divine status of his son, Jesus. It is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory. 7 After he had finished all his sayings in the hearing of the people, b he entered Capernaum. They expect him to conquernot to die. Web74. Mark 9:2-8. This Voice from the cloud seems to be articulating these very words, making the point that this long-awaited Prophetthe Messiah is here. Luke clearly understands Jesus to be a new Moses. Biblical Commentary Have you ever seen such radiance as this in the faces of people youve known over the years? a mountainnot Tabor, according to long tradition, with which the facts ill comport, but some one near the lake. As we listen for Gods word in the sermon this morning, Id like for us to take a closer look at this second story the transfiguration of Jesus and, in particular, Id like for us to think about the radiance of God: What was it about being in the presence of God that was so apparent to the others the Israelites out in wilderness, the disciples up on Mount Herman? His brilliance and majesty is so beyond us that we wont know what to do when confronted with him, and we will fall apart. In the preceding section, Jesus was with the larger group of disciples. They went up onto the mountain to pray (v. 28c). 28 Now about eight days after these sayings Jesus * took with him Peter and John and James, and went up on the mountain to pray. It is useful. As a young believer, I would think, Well, Jesus was the Son of God. To have mountaintop experiences it is not enough to go up on a mountain; one must go up on a mountain to pray (Knox, 174). Then He called His twelve disciples together 2 Peter 1:1618 ESV For we did not follow cleverly devised myths when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty. Not only is the father distraught because his son is suffering, but his situation is made even more difficult by the fact that this is his only child. They told no one of this astonishing moment. As persons who have been privy to the company and mind of God, they are able to provide Jesus with divine revelation. Yes, Jesus is going to suffer and die. 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. (and) a voice came out of the cloud, saying, Second, how could these disciples walk away from this event and yet, as verse 36 informs us, tell no one what they saw and experienced? The truth is that Jesus did not need visibly to glow to display glory. Lectionary Reflections Luke 9:28-36 February 10, 2013. Lets make three tents: The scripture lessons from the Old and New Testaments this morning are like bookends. Later, however, they succeeded in healing everywhere (9:6). That exodus can only happen in accord with what Jesus himself had predicted when he said, just prior to this story, that he must suffer, be killed, and be raised on the third day (9:22). However it all happened, Luke alone tells us that these two showed up to encourage Jesus, to remind him that they, too, along with all the hosts of heaven were gearing up for the fulfillment of everything God had been aiming to accomplish ever since sin and evil showed up in this creation to sully Gods good intentions. and they were afraid as they entered into the cloud (v. 34b). Does your face glow with the light of Christ? This is more a theological than a geographical statement. God is not our Cosmic Buddy to whom we give the Bro handshake and hug. There is something so glorious about God and his kingdom that we will melt when confronted with it. God gave Moses the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai (Exo. But when we are resurrected, we will be imperishable we will never again have an expiration date! Luke helps us to know that proclaiming the good WebLuke 9:28-36 This passage is traditionally know as the Transfiguration, from the Greek term used by both Mark and Matthew to describe what happened to Jesus ( metemorphotha, Mk 9:2-8, Mt 17:1-8). 2. I write these lines just after hanging up the telephone. And just like that, it was over. He considers Peters proposal foolish, but doesnt tell us why: One possibility is that Peter is trying to prolong the mountaintop experienceto keep Jesus safe on the mountain rather than seeing him exposed to suffering, rejection, and death (v. 22). The commission Christ gave to his twelve apostles to go out for some time to preach the gospel, and confirm it by miracles, ver. And youre hoping youre still alive. Now, were tempted simply to think of this as a Kodak moment, one youd like to hold on to, that Peter was simply trying to concretize the experience and preserve it for all time. A resource for the whole church from Luther Seminary. (1-2) Jesus calls them and sends them forth. 9:30 Suddenly they saw two men, Moses and Elijah, talking to him. GET YOUR FOUR FREE SAMPLES! To the world, Jesus was simply the son of Joseph. This is my Son, my Chosen One. As such the booths also symbolize a time of rest, which could be interpreted allegorically as the messianic rest. 29 And as he was praying, the appearance of his face was altered, and his clothing became dazzling white. Action is both his strength and his weakness. The World English Bible is based on the American Standard Version (ASV) of the Bible, the Biblia Hebraica Stutgartensa Old Testament, and the Greek Majority Text New Testament. Its something I think about only if Im watching a sci-fi movie. How so? To me it defies explanation. In other words, long about the time Jesus could use all the support he could get, the disciples are simply unavailable to him in any meaningful way. Deuteronomy 18:15 ESV The Lord your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among you, from your brothersit is to him you shall listen. Though sinless, Jesus experienced pressures and grief and sorrow. While Luke does not tell of Peters protest (see Matthew 16:22), it is clear that the disciples are not prepared to hear Jesus talk about suffering and death. Verse 28 links the Transfiguration to the preceding passage in which Peter declares that Jesus is the Messiah and Jesus declares that he must suffer and die. These convulsions demonstrate graphically the problem that the father has described. It has two features that are of interest for Lukes rendition. It is a fearful, terrifying thing to meet God in judgment. When I was out in Odessa, we decided to call an associate pastor. How many broken hearts and broken lives could be avoided if we would just listen to him! Jesus was fully divine yet fully human. While it has been common to think of them as representing the law and the prophets, which is not to be discounted, there may be more important things about them in this story. 9:29 And while he was praying, the appearance of his face changed, and his clothes became dazzling white. They will not understand Jesus prediction of his death and resurrection (18:31-34). This cloud came over them and they heard a voice, God himself, speaking to them. The story takes place about eight days after the Confession of Peter (9:18-20), Jesus first passion prediction (9:21-22), and his admonitions about following him (9:23-27). Listen to him! 36When the voice came, Jesus was found alone. SCRIPTURE QUOTATIONS are from the World English Bible (WEB), a public domain (no copyright) modern English translation of the Holy Bible. They are not really tracking all of what Jesus is saying, and so when Jesus speaks openly about his impending death, the disciples sometimes say nothing at all (note what happens after Luke 9:27: we fast-forward 8 whole days with no reported reactions whatsoever of the disciples to what Jesus had said). The apostles are sent to preach and heal. The prophet Elijah challenged the priests of Baal on Mount Carmel (1 Kings 18). Peter will deny Jesus (22:54-62). They are happy to see Jesus glorified. He heard with his own ears the voice from heaven, This is my Son, my Chosen One.. We are so familiar with Lincoln that we recognize even his silhouetted profile in an instant. Sobering. And the way that God has chosen to carry out his redemptive purpose is to send his Son, Jesus, to bear our sins upon himself at the cross. Luke 9 is no exception. 39Behold, a spirit takes him, he suddenly cries out, and it convulses him so that he foams, and it hardly departs from him, bruising him severely. It is those two men who appear on the mountain with Jesus and his companions. Luke tells us that Peter did not know what he was saying, something which is quite evident. First, how in the world did the disciples come close to sleeping through this thing? 21-27). Some commentators even say that the preacher needs to choose one or the other. Luke says, he intently set his face to go to Jerusalem. (9:51). Jesus exodon (death/resurrection) is the great salvation event of the NT, freeing believers from bondage to sin and death. I am come unto Mine own and Mine own receive Me not; I am become a stranger unto My brethren, an alien to My mother's children: Consider Mine enemies, for they are many, and they hate Me with cruel hatred. Yes, the disciples themselves will suffer as they follow Jesus and proclaim him to the world. Luke 9:28-36 The Radiance of God (McLarty), Then the righteous will shine forth like the sun in the Kingdom of their Father, All Rights Reserved | 1997-2023 Richard Niell Donovan. Luke starts with the accounts of Mark and Matthew, which list Peter and James and John (Matthew 17:1; Mark 9:2 and 14:33), and changes the order of the names. It builds faith, that all weve been taught is absolutely true. Peters idea goes nowhere. That scene ends with Jesus teaching on the coming glory of Gods kingdom to be experienced by the disciples (9:26-27). Probably there is something to all that, but it does not appear that Moses and Elijah spent their time with Jesus reflecting on the ins and outs of the Law and Prophets. Listen to him! There is a sermon in these words. 3 (Downers Grove, Illinois, Intervarsity Press, 1994), Cousar, Charles B.; Gaventa, Beverly R.; McCann, J. Clinton; and Newsome, James D., Texts for Preaching: A Lectionary Commentary Based on the NRSVYear C (Louisville: Westminster John Knox Press, 1994), Craddock, Fred B., Interpretation: Luke (Louisville: John Knox Press, 1990), Craddock, Fred B.; Hayes, John H.; Holliday, Carl R.; and Tucker, Gene M., Preaching Through the Christian Year, C (Valley Forge: Trinity Press, 1994), Culpepper, R. Alan, The New Interpreters Bible, Volume IX. (6) So that his disciples do not stumble at his debasing himself in his flesh, he teaches them that it is voluntary, showing in addition for a moment the brightness of his glory. WebLuke 9:28-36, (37-43) Commentary by Scott Shauf The transfiguration of Jesus follows immediately on the scene where Peter confesses Jesus to be the Christ, the Messiah (Luke 9:20). WebLuke 9:28-36. Jesus is preparing His disciples and telling them that it is necessary for the Son of Man to suffer many things from the elders and chief priests and be killed and then raised up on the third day. For Moses died 1400 years earlier, and Elijah was taken into heaven 800 years earlier, and here they are now in front of Peter, James, and John alive and in glory. God the Father and his Son and even the angels have a glory about them. And besides, how would you explain this? The Greek word that Matthew and Mark use is basically our word, metamorphosis. It means to be transformed. As noted above, these words form another connection with Moses, who told the people, Yahweh your God will raise up to you a prophet from the midst of you, of your brothers, like me. Well, Peter as usual is the first one to speak up. Not for nothing are they called Mountaintop Experiences! Jesus asked the disciples, Who do the multitudes say that I am? 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