Matthew 17:2

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Matthew 17:1–4 · Berean Standard Bible

1 After six days Jesus took with Him Peter, James, and John the brother of James, and led them up a high mountain by themselves.

2 There He was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and His clothes became as white as the light.

3 Suddenly Moses and Elijah appeared before them, talking with Jesus.

4 Peter said to Jesus, “Lord, it is good for us to be here. If You wish, I will put up three shelters —one for You, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.”

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Exodus 34:29

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Exodus 34:30

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Exodus 34:31

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Exodus 34:32

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Exodus 34:33

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Exodus 34:34

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