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Matthew 17:4
“Peter answered, and said to Jesus, "Lord, it is good for us to be here. If you want, let's make three tents here: one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.”
Verse in context — Matthew 17
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He was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and his garments became as white as the light.
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Behold, Moses and Elijah appeared to them talking with him.
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Peter answered, and said to Jesus, "Lord, it is good for us to be here. If you want, let's make three tents here: one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.
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While he was still speaking, behold, a bright cloud overshadowed them. Behold, a voice came out of the cloud, saying, "This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. Listen to him.
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When the disciples heard it, they fell on their faces, and were very afraid.
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Jesus as the promised Messiah, fulfilling Old Testament prophecy.
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