What Really Happened on the Mountain? Sunday Breakfast with the Word. Second Week of Lent Year A
Sunday Breakfast with the Word – Second Week of Lent Year A Shorter Version
Genesis 12:1–4; 2 Timothy 1:8–10; Matthew 17:1–9
On the mountain of Transfiguration, Jesus reveals his hidden glory to Peter, James, and John. His face shines like the sun, his garments become dazzling white, and the Father’s voice declares, “This is my beloved Son… listen to him.” This was not imagination or symbolism, but a real encounter where Christ’s divine nature shone through his humanity.
The Transfiguration was not about Jesus becoming glorious; it was about revealing the glory that was always his. And it prepares the disciples for the coming cross. Before they would see him suffer, they were given a glimpse of his divine majesty. Glory would not cancel suffering, and suffering would not cancel glory.
Moses and Elijah appear, representing the Law and the Prophets, both fulfilled in Christ. Then they disappear, and “Jesus only” remains. He is the final Word of God. The Father commands: “Listen to him.” Above every other voice, Christ must be heard.
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The disciples fall in fear, yet Jesus touches them gently and says, “Rise, do not be afraid.” Divine glory does not destroy—it reassures, lifts, and transforms.
The mountain teaches us important lessons: we must climb in prayer to encounter God; we must remember moments of grace during suffering; we must listen to Jesus above all voices; we must allow ourselves to be transformed; and we must not fear when God draws near.
The Transfiguration is not just a past event—it is an invitation. An invitation to climb, to behold, to listen, to descend, and to be changed. As we encounter Christ, especially in prayer and in the Eucharist, his hidden glory continues to shine in our lives.
When we leave this place, may others see in us a reflection of that mountain light. And when fear comes, may we hear again the gentle voice: “Rise. Do not be afraid.”
Beloved May God help us to continually. transform our mind and hearts daily through his words, Amen.
