The Transfiguration Explained | Why Moses & Elijah Appeared with Christ

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The Transfiguration is one of the greatest revelations of Christ's divinity in Sacred Scripture. In this sermon, we examine Matthew 17 using the writings of St. Thomas Aquinas, Cornelius a Lapide, St. Augustine, St. John Chrysostom, St. Gregory the Great, St. Robert Bellarmine, Suarez, and many of the Fathers of the Church to uncover the profound meaning behind Christ's Transfiguration on Mount Tabor. Discover: • Why Jesus chose Peter, James, and John • Why Moses and Elijah appeared • Why Elijah never died • Where Elijah and Enoch are today • The Two Witnesses of Revelation • The meaning of the bright cloud • Why God said, "Hear Him" • How the Transfiguration prepared the Apostles for the Passion • Why staying close to Our Lady is the key to remaining faithful This traditional Catholic sermon reveals how the Old Testament, the Church Fathers, and Sacred Tradition illuminate the Gospel of the Transfiguration and strengthen our faith in Jesus Christ. "This is My beloved Son... hear Him." — Matthew 17 If this sermon strengthens your faith, please Like, Subscribe, and Share it to help spread authentic Catholic teaching. 00:00 Introduction 00:54 Why Jesus Chose Peter, James & John 02:25 What Happened During the Transfiguration 03:11 Why Christ Was Transfigured 05:25 Why Moses and Elijah Appeared 07:40 How Moses and Elijah Appeared on Mount Tabor 08:21 Where Is Elijah Today? 09:40 Who Is Enoch? 10:45 Will Elijah and Enoch Return? 12:20 Where Are Elijah and Enoch Now? 13:39 What Have They Been Doing? 14:54 Why Two Forerunners Before Christ's Second Coming? 15:31 Why Were the Apostles Confused About Elijah? 16:31 Malachi's Prophecy Explained 18:10 John the Baptist and Elijah 19:51 Why the Jews Will Listen to Elijah 21:36 Peter Wants Three Tabernacles 22:08 The Bright Cloud 22:56 "This Is My Beloved Son" 24:22 Why Jesus Told Them to Remain Silent 24:57 Lessons from the Transfiguration 25:50 Stay Close to Our Lady 26:47 Final Exhortation For more please visit http://www.veritascaritas.com/ and remember to say 3 Hail Marys for the priest 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴 ✝️ SUPPORT THE MISSION 🙏 Donate https://sensusfidelium.com/donate-support/ 📬 Free Catholic Newsletter https://sensusfidelium.com/newsletter/ 📰 Read on Substack https://sensusfidelium.substack.com/ ──────────────────── 📺 WATCH & READ 📺 Sensus Fidelium App https://sensusfidelium.tv/ 📚 Sensus Fidelium Press https://sensusfideliumpress.com/ 👕 Official Merchandise https://sensusfidelium.com/merchandise/ ──────────────────── 🤝 PARTNER WITH US 📣 Advertise on Sensus Fidelium https://sensusfidelium.com/advertise-with-sensus-fidelium/ 🎤 Invite Steve Cunningham to Speak https://sensusfidelium.com/speaking/ ⛪ Parish Formation & Consultation https://sensusfidelium.com/for-parishes/ ──────────────────── 🌎 CATHOLIC COMMUNITY ✝️ Trusted Catholic Businesses https://sensusfidelium.com/catholic-businesses/ 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴

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