King James Bible
"Again, the devil taketh him up into an exceeding high mountain, and sheweth him all the kingdoms of the world, and the glory of them;"
This marks the third and climactic temptation in the wilderness, with the devil physically transporting Jesus to a vantage point. The mountain setting echoes significant biblical moments like Moses receiving the law, emphasizing the spiritual magnitude of this confrontation. Through supernatural vision, Satan displays earthly political power and dominion—territories he claims authority over as 'prince of this world.' This panoramic view represents temporal power contrasted with Jesus's spiritual kingdom. The devil emphasizes not just territorial control but the splendor, wealth, and prestige accompanying worldly rule. This addition intensifies the temptation by appealing to human desires for recognition and material grandeur.