The Transfiguration of Jesus | Why Jesus Met Moses and Elijah

The Transfiguration of Lord Jesus | Why Jesus Met Moses and Elijah

The appearance of Moses and Elijah during the Transfiguration of Jesus is rich in symbolism and meaning. Moses represents the Law, and Elijah represents the Prophets—both significant aspects of the Jewish faith. Their presence alongside Jesus serves to affirm that He is the fulfillment of both the Law and the Prophets, bridging the Old Testament and the New Testament.

Moses and Elijah are also figures associated with miraculous events and encounters with God, so their appearance adds weight to the divine nature of the Transfiguration. It's a way to show that Jesus is part of a larger story of God's interaction with humanity, and it validates His mission and identity as the Son of God.

Lastly, their conversation with Jesus, although not detailed in the scriptures, is often thought to be a form of encouragement and affirmation for the mission that Jesus is about to complete, including His impending suffering, death, and resurrection. Overall, the meeting with Moses and Elijah serves multiple purposes, including validation, affirmation, and continuity in the unfolding narrative of God's salvation plan.

In the Bible, Matthew 17:1-13 recounts the extraordinary event known as the Transfiguration of Jesus. In this moment, Jesus takes Peter, James, and John to a high mountain, where something miraculous occurs. Before their eyes, Jesus is transfigured—His face shines like the sun, and His clothes become dazzling white. Then, Moses and Elijah appear, talking with Jesus. Peter, overwhelmed, suggests building shelters for them, but before he can finish, a bright cloud envelops them, and a voice from heaven declares, "This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased. Listen to him!" The disciples fall to the ground, terrified, but Jesus comforts them. When they look up, only Jesus remains. As they descend the mountain, Jesus instructs them not to speak of the vision until He has risen from the dead. This event serves as a powerful affirmation of Jesus' divinity and mission, linking the Old Testament prophets to the New Testament, and emphasizing the importance of listening to Jesus, the beloved Son of God.

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Deut 18:18-19 I will raise up for them a prophet like you from among their brothers. And I will put my words in his mouth, and he shall speak to them all that I command him. And whoever will not listen to my words that he shall speak in my name, I myself will require it of him.
Like Moses from among their brothers means a human. Our example is not God. That would be our never ending excuse. We could never emulate God!
Jesus is The Son of Man as He said many times but His words were commanded by the Father. Jesus’s example is that of absolute Love and Trust in The Father through any earthly tribulation. Unto torture and death.