Jesus the Christ, Chapter 23 summary
Chapter 23 of 41 · 8 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 23, Jesus takes Peter, James, and John up a mountain, where they witness His glory, Moses and Elijah, and the Father’s acknowledgment of His Son. The chapter presents this manifestation as support for Jesus and confirmation of His authority, then explains Elias as both a name and an office.
What happens
- Jesus prays on a mountain, and Peter, James, and John wake to see His changed appearance and radiant clothing.
- Moses and Elijah discuss Jesus’ departure at Jerusalem, and Peter proposes shelters as the visitors prepare to leave.
- The Father speaks from a bright cloud, commands the apostles to heed His Son, and leaves them frightened until Jesus reassures them.
- Jesus commands secrecy until His resurrection, but the three apostles struggle to understand what rising from death means.
- During the descent, Jesus identifies John the Baptist as the Elias who prepares His way.
- The chapter distinguishes Elias from Elijah and describes Elijah’s transfer of authority to Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery at Kirtland.
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What to notice
The Father identifies Jesus as His Son and commands the apostles to follow Him. The chapter treats this as confirmation of Jesus’ authority over the law and prophets.
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When does Jesus permit the three apostles to tell others about the mountain experience?
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