Transfiguration of Jesus 1405

Andrei Rublev's iconic "Transfiguration of Jesus" (1405), housed in Moscow's Cathedral of the Annunciation, depicts a pivotal moment in the Gospel of Matthew. The central figure of Christ, radiating light, stands on a mountaintop with Moses and Elijah, while three disciples, Peter, James, and John, kneel below, overwhelmed by the divine vision. The icon's striking simplicity and harmonious composition are characteristic of Rublev's style, contributing to its status as a masterpiece of Russian religious art. Its influence on Eastern Orthodox iconography is profound, making it a significant cultural and religious symbol.