Luke 9:33

"Now Peter and those who were with him were heavy with sleep, but when they were fully awake, they saw his glory, and the two men who stood with him."

Key Reflection

In Luke 9:33, Peter and his companions fell into a deep sleep due to the weariness of the long day's journey and their emotional state. Upon waking, however, they witnessed a profound moment of divine glory as Jesus shone with radiant splendor, accompanied by two figures—likely Moses and Elijah—who were significant prophets in Israel’s history. This event was not just a physical awakening but a spiritual one, revealing the transcendent glory of Christ and foreshadowing his future exaltation.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 33. No Barnes text on this verse. {z} "It is good for us to be here" Ps 27:4; 73:28 {a} "not knowing what he said" Mr 10:38 __________________________________________________________________

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