Mark 9:5 web — Peter answered Jesus, "Rabbi, it is good for us to be here. Let's make three tents: one for you, one for Moses, and one…

World English Bible

"Peter answered Jesus, "Rabbi, it is good for us to be here. Let's make three tents: one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.""

— Mark 9:5, World English Bible

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Mark 9 — Context

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After six days Jesus took with him Peter, James, and John, and brought them up onto a high mountain privately by themselves, and he was changed into another form in front of them.

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His clothing became glistening, exceedingly white, like snow, such as no launderer on earth can whiten them.

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Elijah and Moses appeared to them, and they were talking with Jesus.

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Peter answered Jesus, "Rabbi, it is good for us to be here. Let's make three tents: one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah."

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For he didn't know what to say, for they were very afraid.

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A cloud came, overshadowing them, and a voice came out of the cloud, "This is my beloved Son. Listen to him."

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Suddenly looking around, they saw no one with them any more, except Jesus only.

Mark 9:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 9:5 say?
Mark 9:5 in the World English Bible reads: “Peter answered Jesus, "Rabbi, it is good for us to be here. Let's make three tents: one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah."”
Where is Mark 9:5 in the Bible?
Mark 9:5 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 9, verse 5.
Who wrote Mark?
Mark is traditionally attributed to John Mark, companion of Peter and Paul. Early tradition (Papias, c. AD 130) reports Mark wrote down Peter's preaching. It was written c. AD 55–65.
What is the book of Mark about?
Mark is the shortest, fastest-paced Gospel — "immediately" is its favorite word. It portrays Jesus as the powerful, suffering Servant who acts, heals, casts out demons, and finally gives his life as a ransom for many. The story moves with urgency from Galilee to a cross outside Jerusalem.
What are the major themes of Mark?
Mark explores themes including Servant, Action, Suffering, Discipleship, Cross. These themes shape the meaning and context of Mark 9:5.
What translation should I read Mark 9:5 in?
Mark 9:5 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Mark 9:5?
Mark 9:5 reads (WEB): “Peter answered Jesus, "Rabbi, it is good for us to be here. Let's make three tents: one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah."” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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