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 \v 2 While they were there, the three disciples saw Jesus' appearance change. His face shone like the sun, and his clothing shone and became as brilliant as light.
 
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-\v 3 Suddenly Moses and Elijah, who were important prophets many years ago, appeared and started talking with him.
-\v 4 Peter saw them and said to Jesus, "Lord, it is excellent for us to be here! If you want me to, I will set up three tents: one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah."
+\v 3 Suddenly Moses and Elijah, who lived long ago, appeared and started talking with him.
+\v 4 Peter saw them and said to Jesus, "Lord, it is excellent for us to be here! If you want me to, I will set up three tents, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah."
 
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@@ -1007,7 +1007,7 @@ Peter replied, "You are the Christ who belongs to God."
 \v 29 While he was praying, the appearance of his face became very different and his clothes became dazzling white and began to shine brightly.
 
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-\v 30 Suddenly two prophets from long ago were there talking with Jesus; they were Moses and Elijah.
+\v 30 Suddenly two prophets who lived long ago were there talking with Jesus; they were Moses and Elijah.
 \v 31 They appeared surrounded in glory and spoke with Jesus about his departure, which would soon be accomplished in Jerusalem.
 
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