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Behold, two men talked with him, who were Moses and Elijah,
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Law & Prophets Point to Jesus
Commentators explain that Moses and Elijah were not random figures. Moses represents the Law, and Elijah represents the Prophets. Their appearance together to speak with Jesus signifies that the entire Old Testament revelation finds its fulfillment in Him. They represent God's past redemptive work (Moses) and future hope (Elijah), both centered on Jesus.
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