The Transfiguration

Then Jesus took Peter and James and his brother John with him

and led them up on to a high mountain where they were alone.

And he was transfigured in their presence,

his face was shining like the sun,

and his garments becoming white as snow;

and all at once they had sight of Moses and Elias conversing with him.

Then Peter said aloud to Jesus

Lord, it is well that we should be here;

if it pleases thee, let us make three arbours in this place,

one for thee, one for Moses, one for Elias.

Even before he had finished speaking,

a shining cloud overshadowed them.

And now there was a voice which said to them

This is my beloved Son in whom I am well pleased - to him listen.

The disciples when they heard it fell on their faces overcome with fear;

but Jesus came near and roused them with a touch

Arise, he said and do not be afraid

And they lifted up their eyes and saw no man there but Jesus only.