Jesus as God
Jesus Revealed in Glory at the Transfiguration
Luke explicitly says the disciples saw Jesus' glory within a scene saturated with mountain, cloud, Moses, Elijah, and divine-voice imagery.
How this passage contributes to the case:
The labels below identify the kinds of evidence for Jesus' divinity found in this passage.
Select a label for an explanation.
Divine Identity
Accepted Divine Testimony
Unique Relationship with the Father
Divine Glory
Shares Divine Glory
Claims Unique Sonship
Strength of evidence: Strong.
This passage provides substantial evidence relevant to Jesus' divine identity when read in its literary and historical context.
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What Was Said or Done
Jesus' appearance changes in radiant glory; Moses and Elijah speak of his coming exodus, and the Father identifies Jesus as his Son and commands the disciples to listen to him.
Old Testament Background
Sinai traditions, Moses' radiant face, Elijah at Horeb, and Deuteronomy's prophet-like-Moses expectation all contribute to the scene.
Exposition
Moses and Elijah appear in glory, but the Father's voice singles Jesus out, and when the revelation ends Jesus is found alone.
Why This Points to His Divinity
Created figures may reflect glory, so radiance alone is not proof. The complete theophanic scene and the Father's unique testimony make this strong evidence.
Response of the Hearers
The disciples are afraid and initially keep silent.