Matthew 17:5

Russian RST Bible - 1900-1907 - Книги Священнаго Писанія Ветхаго и Новаго Завѣта въ русскомъ переводѣ съ параллельными мѣстами.

Когда онъ еще говорилъ, се, облако свѣтлое осѣнило ихъ; и се, гласъ изъ облака глаголющій: Сей есть Сынъ Мой Возлюбленный, въ Которомъ Мое благоволеніе; Его слушайте.

Что это значит?

This verse describes a moment during the Transfiguration where a bright cloud appears and God speaks from it, saying that Jesus is His beloved Son whom He is well pleased with, and urges everyone to listen to Him.

Объяснение для детей

Imagine you're playing outside when suddenly a big, glowing cloud appears. From inside the cloud, a voice says, 'This child over here is special to me, I love him very much, and it's important that you listen to what he has to say.' That's kind of like what happened with Jesus on the mountain.

Исторический контекст

Matthew wrote this account in his Gospel likely around AD 80-90 for a primarily Jewish-Christian audience. The event described took place when Jesus was alive, and it underscores His divine nature as the Son of God, emphasizing the importance of listening to Him.

Применение сегодня

In today’s context, this verse reminds us that Jesus is central in our lives and that his teachings are authoritative. For example, a group making decisions about community service might consider what Jesus taught about caring for others as a guiding principle.

Темы

• divine revelation
• Son of God
• obedience
• listening to Jesus
• God's pleasure in Christ
• mountain experiences

Связанные стихи

• 2 Peter 1:17-18
• Mark 9:7
• John 3:34-35
• Luke 9:35
• Hebrews 1:5

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Часто задаваемые вопросы

Why is this event called the 'Transfiguration'?

The term 'transfiguration' refers to Jesus’ appearance being transformed, becoming radiant and reflecting His divine nature. This transformation was a way for God to visibly confirm Jesus as His Son.

What does it mean that God is well pleased with Jesus?

It signifies the perfect relationship between Father and Son, where Jesus perfectly embodies God’s will, making Him a model of obedience and faithfulness for believers.

How should we understand 'hear ye him' in our daily lives?

'Hear ye him' means that we are to listen to and follow the teachings of Jesus. This includes not just hearing His words but also putting them into action.

What role does this verse play in Christian theology?

This verse is crucial as it underlines the divinity of Christ, emphasizing that He should be obeyed and trusted as God’s Son. It forms a cornerstone for understanding Jesus’ authority and mission.