transfiguration

Noun

• the act of transforming so as to exalt or glorify

• a striking change in appearance or character or circumstances
  • the metamorphosis of the old house into something new and exciting
    

• (New Testament) the sudden emanation of radiance from the person of Jesus

• (Christianity) a church festival held in commemoration of the Transfiguration of Jesus

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• Synonyms: 
  metamorphosis , Transfiguration , Transfiguration of Jesus , Transfiguration Day , August 6