When was Jesus transfigured?
On a high mountain Jesus shines as the sun; Moses and Elijah appear and the Father speaks.
Transfiguration took place c. AD 29 at A high mountain (traditionally Mount Tabor or Hermon), during the Life of Jesus period of Bible history. The account is recorded in Matthew 17:2 (KJV). On a high mountain Jesus shines as the sun; Moses and Elijah appear and the Father speaks.
"And was transfigured before them: and his face did shine as the sun, and his raiment was white as the light." — Matthew 17:2 (KJV)
Jesus took Peter, James, and John up into a high mountain apart. He was transfigured before them; His face did shine as the sun, His raiment was white as the light, and Moses and Elijah appeared talking with Him. A bright cloud overshadowed them, and the Father said, 'This is my beloved Son.'
c. AD 29
A high mountain (traditionally Mount Tabor or Hermon)
Key KJV Scriptures
"And was transfigured before them: and his face did shine as the sun, and his raiment was white as the light."
"We have not followed cunningly devised fables… but were eyewitnesses of his majesty."
Why It Matters
The transfiguration unveils the glory veiled in Christ's flesh and confirms Him as the fulfilment of the Law (Moses) and the Prophets (Elijah).
Key People
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Moses and Elijah appear?
They represent the Law and the Prophets bearing witness to Christ — and they spoke with Him of His coming exodus at Jerusalem (Luke 9:31).
When did transfiguration happen?
Transfiguration is dated c. AD 29, placing it in the Life of Jesus era of biblical history. See Matthew 17:2 (KJV).
Where did transfiguration take place?
Scripture places transfiguration at A high mountain (traditionally Mount Tabor or Hermon).
Who was involved in transfiguration?
The key figures are Jesus, Peter, James, John.
Where is transfiguration in the Bible?
You can read about it in Matthew 17:2, 2 Peter 1:16 (King James Version).
Why does transfiguration matter?
The transfiguration unveils the glory veiled in Christ's flesh and confirms Him as the fulfilment of the Law (Moses) and the Prophets (Elijah).
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