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And then something surprising happens. But Matthew writes, but Jesus came and touched them. Before the command, there is contact. Before get up, there is a hand extended. Before do not be afraid, there is connection. The one whose face shines like the sun kneels down beside trembling disciples. The one just named by the voice from heaven reaches out with human hands. This is the incarnation in one gesture. Glory does not remain distant. Glory kneels.