Question 21
Teachings of Jesus about HimselfThe presence of Peter, James and John at the Transfiguration is significant because they
- A.occupied a privileged position among the twelve
- B.were brothers and the first to be called
- C.were all soon to be martyred for spreading the gospel
- D.all came from Capernaum in Galilee
- E.were Jesus' half brothers
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (occupied a privileged position among the twelve)
Explanation
Peter, James and John were Jesus' closest disciples, taken with Him at special moments such as Jairus' house and Gethsemane (Mark 5:37; 9:2; 14:33).