Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version While he was speaking, a cloud appeared and covered them, and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. New Living Translation But even as he was saying this, a cloud overshadowed them, and terror gripped them as the cloud covered them. English Standard Version As he was saying these things, a cloud came and overshadowed them, and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. Berean Standard Bible While Peter was speaking, a cloud appeared and enveloped them, and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. Berean Literal Bible And as he is saying these things, a cloud came and was overshadowing them; and they feared in their entering into the cloud. King James Bible While he thus spake, there came a cloud, and overshadowed them: and they feared as they entered into the cloud. New King James Version While he was saying this, a cloud came and overshadowed them; and they were fearful as they entered the cloud. New American Standard Bible But while he was saying this, a cloud formed and began to overshadow them; and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. NASB 1995 While he was saying this, a cloud formed and began to overshadow them; and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. NASB 1977 And while he was saying this, a cloud formed and began to overshadow them; and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. Legacy Standard Bible While he was saying this, a cloud formed and began to overshadow them; and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. Amplified Bible But even as he was saying this, a cloud formed and began to overshadow them; and they were [greatly] afraid as they entered the cloud. Christian Standard Bible While he was saying this, a cloud appeared and overshadowed them. They became afraid as they entered the cloud. Holman Christian Standard Bible While he was saying this, a cloud appeared and overshadowed them. They became afraid as they entered the cloud. American Standard Version And while he said these things, there came a cloud, and overshadowed them: and they feared as they entered into the cloud. Contemporary English Version While Peter was still speaking, a shadow from a cloud passed over, and they were frightened as the cloud covered them. English Revised Version And while he said these things, there came a cloud, and overshadowed them: and they feared as they entered into the cloud. GOD'S WORD® Translation While he was saying this, a cloud overshadowed them. They were frightened as they went into the cloud. Good News Translation While he was still speaking, a cloud appeared and covered them with its shadow; and the disciples were afraid as the cloud came over them. International Standard Version But while he was saying this, a cloud appeared and surrounded them, and they became terrified as they were being overshadowed by the cloud. Majority Standard Bible While Peter was speaking, a cloud appeared and enveloped them, and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. NET Bible As he was saying this, a cloud came and overshadowed them, and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. New Heart English Bible While he said these things, a cloud came and overshadowed them, and they were afraid as they entered into the cloud. Webster's Bible Translation While he was thus speaking, there came a cloud and overshadowed them: and they feared as they entered into the cloud. Weymouth New Testament But while he was thus speaking, there came a cloud which spread over them; and they were awe-struck when they had entered into the cloud. World English Bible While he said these things, a cloud came and overshadowed them, and they were afraid as they entered into the cloud. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand as he was speaking these things, there came a cloud, and overshadowed them, and they feared in their entering into the cloud, Berean Literal Bible And as he is saying these things, a cloud came and was overshadowing them; and they feared in their entering into the cloud. Young's Literal Translation and as he was speaking these things, there came a cloud, and overshadowed them, and they feared in their entering into the cloud, Smith's Literal Translation And he saying these things, there was a cloud, and it overshadowed them: and they were afraid in their going into the cloud. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd as he spoke these things, there came a cloud, and overshadowed them; and they were afraid, when they entered into the cloud. Catholic Public Domain Version Then, as he was saying these things, a cloud came and overshadowed them. And as these were entering into the cloud, they were afraid. New American Bible While he was still speaking, a cloud came and cast a shadow over them, and they became frightened when they entered the cloud. New Revised Standard Version While he was saying this, a cloud came and overshadowed them; and they were terrified as they entered the cloud. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd when he had said these things, there came a cloud and overshadowed them; and they were frightened when they saw Moses and Elijah enter into the cloud. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And as he said these things, there was a cloud that formed a tabernacle about them and they were afraid when they beheld Moses and Elijah who entered into the cloud. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentWhile he was saying these things, there came a cloud, and it overshadowed them; and they were afraid as those men entered the cloud. Godbey New Testament And he speaking these things there was a cloud, and it overshadowed them; and they were afraid while they were entering into the cloud. Haweis New Testament And as he was thus speaking, a cloud came and overshadowed them: and they were afraid as they were entering into the cloud. Mace New Testament while he was speaking, there came a cloud and over-shadowed them, who were seized with fear, at their vanishing in the cloud, Weymouth New Testament But while he was thus speaking, there came a cloud which spread over them; and they were awe-struck when they had entered into the cloud. Worrell New Testament Now, while he was saying these things, there came a cloud, and it was overshadowing them; and they feared, as they entered into the cloud. Worsley New Testament And as he was saying this, there came a cloud and overshadowed them; and they were afraid, when they went up into the cloud and disappeared. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Transfiguration…33As Moses and Elijah were leaving, Peter said to Jesus, “Master, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters—one for You, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” (He did not know what he was saying.) 34While Peter was speaking, a cloud appeared and enveloped them, and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. 35And a voice came from the cloud, saying, “This is My Son, whom I have chosen. Listen to Him!”… Cross References Matthew 17:5 While Peter was still speaking, a bright cloud enveloped them, and a voice from the cloud said, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. Listen to Him!” Mark 9:7 Then a cloud appeared and enveloped them, and a voice came from the cloud: “This is My beloved Son. Listen to Him!” Exodus 24:15-18 When Moses went up on the mountain, the cloud covered it, / and the glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai. For six days the cloud covered it, and on the seventh day the LORD called to Moses from within the cloud. / And the sight of the glory of the LORD was like a consuming fire on the mountaintop in the eyes of the Israelites. ... 2 Peter 1:17-18 For He received honor and glory from God the Father when the voice came to Him from the Majestic Glory, saying, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.” / And we ourselves heard this voice from heaven when we were with Him on the holy mountain. Exodus 40:34-35 Then the cloud covered the Tent of Meeting, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle. / Moses was unable to enter the Tent of Meeting because the cloud had settled on it, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle. 1 Kings 8:10-11 And when the priests came out of the Holy Place, the cloud filled the house of the LORD / so that the priests could not stand there to minister because of the cloud. For the glory of the LORD filled the house of the LORD. Isaiah 6:4 At the sound of their voices the doorposts and thresholds shook, and the temple was filled with smoke. Daniel 7:13-14 In my vision in the night I continued to watch, and I saw One like the Son of Man coming with the clouds of heaven. He approached the Ancient of Days and was led into His presence. / And He was given dominion, glory, and kingship, that the people of every nation and language should serve Him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and His kingdom is one that will never be destroyed. Acts 1:9 After He had said this, they watched as He was taken up, and a cloud hid Him from their sight. Acts 9:3-4 As Saul drew near to Damascus on his journey, suddenly a light from heaven flashed around him. / He fell to the ground and heard a voice say to him, “Saul, Saul, why do you persecute Me?” Revelation 1:7 Behold, He is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see Him—even those who pierced Him. And all the tribes of the earth will mourn because of Him. So shall it be! Amen. Psalm 97:2 Clouds and darkness surround Him; righteousness and justice are His throne’s foundation. Psalm 104:3 laying the beams of His chambers in the waters above, making the clouds His chariot, walking on the wings of the wind. Ezekiel 1:4 I looked and saw a whirlwind coming from the north, a great cloud with fire flashing back and forth and brilliant light all around it. In the center of the fire was a gleam like amber, Ezekiel 10:4 Then the glory of the LORD rose from above the cherubim and stood over the threshold of the temple. The temple was filled with the cloud, and the court was filled with the brightness of the glory of the LORD. Treasury of Scripture While he thus spoke, there came a cloud, and overshadowed them: and they feared as they entered into the cloud. there. Exodus 14:19,20 Exodus 40:34-38 Psalm 18:9-11 and they. Judges 6:22 Judges 13:22 Daniel 10:8 Jump to Previous Afraid Appeared Awe-Struck Cloud Entered Entering Enveloped Fear Feared Formed Full Overshadow Overshadowed Shade Speaking SpreadJump to Next Afraid Appeared Awe-Struck Cloud Entered Entering Enveloped Fear Feared Formed Full Overshadow Overshadowed Shade Speaking SpreadLuke 9 1. Jesus sends his apostles to work miracles, and to preach.7. Herod desires to see Jesus. 10. The apostles return. 12. Jesus feeds five thousand; 18. inquires what opinion the world had of him; foretells his passion; 23. proposes to all the pattern of his patience. 28. The transfiguration. 37. He heals the lunatic; 43. again forewarns his disciples of his passion; 46. commends humility; 51. bids them to show mildness toward all, without desire of revenge. 57. Many would follow him, but upon conditions. While he was speaking This phrase sets the scene for a divine interruption. The context is the Transfiguration, where Jesus is revealed in His glory. The Greek word for "speaking" is "λαλέω" (laleó), which means to talk or to utter words. This indicates an ongoing conversation, emphasizing the immediacy and continuity of the moment. The disciples are in the midst of a profound experience, and this interruption signifies the importance of what is about to occur. It reminds us that God often intervenes in our lives at unexpected times, calling us to pay attention to His divine presence and purpose. a cloud appeared and enveloped them and they were afraid Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusCentral figure in the Transfiguration event, revealing His divine glory. 2. Peter, James, and John The three disciples chosen by Jesus to witness the Transfiguration, representing the inner circle of His followers. 3. Moses and Elijah Appeared with Jesus, symbolizing the Law and the Prophets, respectively. 4. The Cloud Represents the presence of God, reminiscent of the Shekinah glory in the Old Testament. 5. The Voice from the Cloud God's voice affirming Jesus as His chosen Son, commanding the disciples to listen to Him. Teaching Points Divine Presence and FearThe cloud signifies God's presence, which often evokes a sense of awe and fear. Believers should approach God with reverence and humility. Jesus as Fulfillment The presence of Moses and Elijah highlights Jesus as the fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets. Christians are called to see Jesus as the culmination of God's redemptive plan. Listening to Jesus The command to "listen to Him" underscores the importance of heeding Jesus' teachings. Believers should prioritize His words in their daily lives. Transformation through Encounter The Transfiguration is a moment of transformation for the disciples. Similarly, personal encounters with Christ should lead to transformation in our lives. Witnessing Glory The disciples' experience reminds us of the privilege and responsibility of witnessing and sharing the glory of Christ with others.Verse 34. - While he thus spake, there came a cloud, and overshadowed them: and they feared as they entered into the cloud. This luminous cloud, bright though it was, yet veiled the more intolerable brightness within. That such a bright cloud had the power of overshadowing and concealing, is not strange, for light in its utmost intensity hides as effectually as the darkness would do. God dwells in light inaccessible, whom therefore "no man hath seen, nor can see" (1 Timothy 6:16). Milton writes - "Dark with excess of light." Philo speaks of the highest light as identical with darkness. Anselm thus understands the cloud here, quoting the words of 1 Timothy 6:16, referred to above, and then the words of Moses, "And Moses drew near unto the thick darkness where God was" (Exodus 20:21), and then this passage from the Transfiguration, and comments thus: "Illa caligo et ista nubes, atque ilia lux idem sunt" (see Archbishop Trench on "Transfiguration," in 'Studies in the Gospels,' 8). The fear which these eye-witnesses remember as one of their experiences that memorable night was a very natural feeling. As the cloud stole over the mountain ridge, and the glory-light gradually paled and waned, the sensation of intense pleasure and satisfaction, which we may assume to be the natural accompaniment of such a blessed scene, would give place to awe and amazement. Greek Whileδὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. [Peter] αὐτοῦ (autou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. was speaking, λέγοντος (legontos) Verb - Present Participle Active - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 3004: (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. a cloud νεφέλη (nephelē) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 3507: A cloud. From nephos; properly, cloudiness, i.e. a cloud. appeared ἐγένετο (egeneto) Verb - Aorist Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1096: A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. enveloped ἐπεσκίαζεν (epeskiazen) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1982: To overshadow, envelop; to cast a shade upon, i.e. to envelop in a haze of brilliancy. them, αὐτούς (autous) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Plural Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. and δὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. they were afraid ἐφοβήθησαν (ephobēthēsan) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 5399: From phobos; to frighten, i.e. to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. Revere. as ἐν (en) Preposition Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. they αὐτοὺς (autous) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Plural Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. entered εἰσελθεῖν (eiselthein) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active Strong's 1525: To go in, come in, enter. From eis and erchomai; to enter. the τὴν (tēn) Article - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. cloud. νεφέλην (nephelēn) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 3507: A cloud. From nephos; properly, cloudiness, i.e. a cloud. Links Luke 9:34 NIVLuke 9:34 NLT Luke 9:34 ESV Luke 9:34 NASB Luke 9:34 KJV Luke 9:34 BibleApps.com Luke 9:34 Biblia Paralela Luke 9:34 Chinese Bible Luke 9:34 French Bible Luke 9:34 Catholic Bible NT Gospels: Luke 9:34 While he said these things a cloud (Luke Lu Lk) |