Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit in the wilderness for forty days, being tempted by the devil.

And when you fast, do not look gloomy like the hypocrites, for they disfigure their faces that their fasting may be seen by others.

While he was speaking, a cloud appeared and enveloped them, and they were afraid as they entered the cloud.

Jesus said: “But I say to you who hear, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you.”