Storytelling basics

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Six days later, Jesus took with him Peter and James and his brother John and led them up a high mountain, by themselves. And he was transfigured before them and his face shone like the sun, and his clothes became dazzling white.

Matthew 17:1-2 NRSV

Matthew 17:1-9

Matthew 17:1-9

When Appeared

Transfiguration

Audio Telling

Story in Episodes

Audio Commentary

Written Commentary

Click "Audio Telling" to hear Tom Boomershine tell the story.

Click "Story in Episodes" to see the story arranged in episodes. This makes the story easier to learn and will be useful as you listen to Tom's commentary.

Click "Audio Commentary" for a discussion of historical background, suggestions for learning the story by heart, and tips for telling it effectively.

Click "Written Commentary" to download a PDF of a storytelling commentary written by Thomas E. Boomershine, PhD.

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