'Hear ye him' signifies the need to listen to Jesus as the ultimate authority and revelation of God.
In Matthew 17:5, God the Father commands, 'This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear ye him.' This profound statement underscores the importance of recognizing Jesus as the ultimate mediator of God's truth and His authoritative voice. It serves as a divine instruction to focus solely on Christ, moving beyond reliance on the law (represented by Moses) and the prophets (represented by Elijah) to the new covenant established in Him. In listening to Jesus, we encounter the fullness of God's revelation and grace. This command also emphasizes our need to prioritize Christ's words and teachings in our lives, as they carry the weight of eternal truth and direction for our faith.
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