Story 36: The Transfiguration

Comprehension Questions and Answers

Who did Jesus take with him to the mountain? *Three of his disciples, Peter, James, and John. [36-01]
What change happened to Jesus as he was praying? *His face became as bright as the sun and his clothes became as white as light. [36-02]
Who were the two men who appeared with Jesus? *Moses and the prophet Elijah. [36-03]
Why was it miraculous that Moses and Elijah appeared with Jesus? *They both lived hundreds of years before this. [36-03]
What were Moses and Elijah discussing with Jesus? *They talked about Jesus’ death. [36-03]
Where was Jesus going to die? *Jerusalem. [36-03]
What did Peter suggest that they do for Jesus, Moses, and Elijah? *He wanted to make three shelters, one for Jesus, one for Moses, and one for Elijah. [36-04]
What did the voice from the bright cloud say to the disciples? *“This is my Son whom I love. I am pleased with him. Listen to him.” [36-05]
What did Jesus tell the disciples to do about what they had seen? *He told them not tell anyone about what happened on the mountain until after he died and came back to life. [36-07]

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