Religious Studies GCSE
Transfiguration
What Transfiguration means in Religious Studies GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Transfiguration
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Reference: AQA
The event where Jesus' appearance changed and became radiant, and he was seen speaking with Moses and Elijah.
Topics that use Transfiguration
- Textual studies (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Authority
- Contemporary Relevance
- Discipleship
- Eschatology
- Historical context
- Messianic Secret
- Son of Man
- Parable
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