What is the meaning of Luke 9:35? And a voice came from the cloud • The cloud recalls God’s manifest presence over Israel (Exodus 40:34; 1 Kings 8:10–11). • Here on the mountain, the same holy presence surrounds Jesus, Moses, and Elijah, underscoring that what follows comes straight from God, not human opinion (2 Peter 1:17–18). Saying, “This is My Son” • God openly identifies Jesus as His unique, divine Son, echoing the proclamation at Jesus’ baptism (Luke 3:22; John 1:34). • Psalm 2:7 predicted the Son whom God would install as King; Luke 9:35 shows that promise being affirmed in real time. • By calling Jesus “My Son,” the Father places Him above Moses and Elijah standing nearby (Hebrews 3:5–6). Whom I have chosen • “Chosen” signals divine approval and purpose, connecting Jesus with the Servant of Isaiah 42:1—One in whom God delights and through whom He brings justice. • The Father’s choice means Jesus alone fulfills every messianic expectation (Acts 2:23; 1 Peter 1:20). • This declaration rules out any rival path to God; only the chosen Son mediates salvation (John 14:6; Acts 4:12). Listen to Him! • God’s command moves the disciples from awe to obedience. Hearing Jesus isn’t optional; it is the decisive response God requires (Deuteronomy 18:15; John 10:27). • “Listen” means continual, humble reception of His words—embracing His looming cross (Luke 9:22–23) and the life of discipleship He outlines (Luke 6:46–49). • By telling them to listen to Jesus over the revered prophets beside Him, the Father signals the finality and supremacy of Christ’s revelation (Hebrews 1:1–2). summary Luke 9:35 captures the Father’s authoritative endorsement of Jesus on the Mount of Transfiguration. God’s own voice confirms that Jesus is His uniquely divine, chosen Son and commands every listener to submit to Him. The verse lifts Jesus above all prophetic voices and calls us to ongoing, obedient attention to everything He says. |
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