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After six days Jesus took with him Peter, James, and John, and brought them up onto a high mountain privately by themselves, and he was changed into another form in front of them.

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A Glimpse of True Glory

Commentators highlight that the Transfiguration was a brief unveiling of Jesus' divine nature. Amidst his earthly humiliation, this event served as a powerful reminder to his disciples—and to us—of his true identity as the glorious Lord of heaven and earth, revealing the immense glory He willingly set aside for our salvation.

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AT Robertson

AT Robertson

On Mark 9:2

By themselves (μονους). Alone. This word only in Mark. See on Mt 17:1-8 for discussion of the Transfiguration.[Reference Luke 9:28…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Mark 9:2

19th Century

Bishop

And after six days.—See Notes on Matthew 17:1-8.

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Mark 9:2–6

19th Century

Preacher

And after six days Jesus taketh with him Peter, and James, and John, and leadeth them up into an high mountain apart by themselves: and he was …

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Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor's Bible Commentary

On Mark 9:2

“After six days” suggests that the Transfiguration is historical, connected with the previous event (see comment on Lk 9:28). The revelation was gi…

John Gill

John Gill

On Mark 9:2

17th Century

Pastor

And after six days
Six days after this discourse with his disciples, in their way to Caesarea Philippi, and after th…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Mark 9:1–13

17th Century

Minister

Here is a prediction of the near approach of Christ's kingdom. A glimpse of that kingdom was given in the transfiguration of Christ. It is good to …

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