Today, on this second Sunday of Lent, the Gospel reading we hear in the Liturgy of the Word at Mass tells the story of the Transfiguration of Jesus. To a Jewish audience this story should also be familiar, as we read in the Book of Exodus of Moses coming down from Mount Sinai with the two tablets of the commandments in his hands, and "[Moses] did not know that the skin of his face had become radiant while he conversed with the LORD" (Ex 34:29). Here, in Mark's Gospel we encounter what Matthew also recorded in his depiction of the same event, "Jesus was transfigured before them; his face shone like the sun and his clothes became white as light" (cf. Mt 17:2); and Jesus, joined by Peter, James, and John, encounters the law and the prophets of the Old Testament when then "Elijah appeared to them along with Moses, and they were conversing with Jesus" (Mk 9:4). Today, as we enter the second week of Lent, we are reminded of, and given a glimpse into, the glory to come in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. We are reminded what glory awaits for those who abide in the Lord. For a brief and interesting reflection on today's Gospel reading, please click on the image. Peace be with you!
Gospel Reflections | The Transfiguration of The Lord (Mk 9:2-10)
