Luke 9:37

"When the voice came, Jesus was found alone. They were silent, and told no one in those days any of the things which they had seen."

Key Reflection

In Luke 9:37, after a significant divine voice is heard, indicating a moment of revelation or judgment (possibly related to the transfiguration event), Jesus is found alone when the voice ceases. The disciples are instructed to remain silent about these events until after Christ's resurrection, underscoring the importance and significance of what they witnessed but also highlighting the need for faith and understanding that would be revealed later. This silence reflects both reverence for divine mysteries and the necessity of waiting for full comprehension, which would only come through Jesus' own resurrection and teachings.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verses 37-43. See this passage explained in the Notes on Mt 17:14-21, and Mr 9:14-29. See Barnes "Mt 17:14, and Mt 17:15-21. See Barnes "Mr 9:14, and Mr 9:15-29. Verse 37. No Barnes text on this verse. {e} "it came to pass" Mt 17:14; Mr 9:17 __________________________________________________________________

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