Topical Encyclopedia The Passover, a pivotal Jewish festival commemorating the Israelites' deliverance from Egyptian bondage, holds profound significance in the New Testament, particularly in the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. The Gospels recount several instances where Jesus is present in Jerusalem during the Passover, each event rich with theological and prophetic implications.Jesus' First Passover Visit (John 2:13-22): The Gospel of John records Jesus' first visit to Jerusalem for the Passover at the beginning of His public ministry. "When the Jewish Passover was near, Jesus went up to Jerusalem" (John 2:13). Upon entering the temple courts, Jesus found people selling cattle, sheep, and doves, and others sitting at tables exchanging money. In a display of righteous indignation, He drove them all out, saying, "Get these out of here! How dare you turn My Father’s house into a marketplace!" (John 2:16). This act not only cleansed the temple but also symbolized the purification of worship and foreshadowed His role as the ultimate Passover Lamb. The Passover of Jesus' Crucifixion (Matthew 26:17-30; Mark 14:12-26; Luke 22:7-23; John 13:1-30): The Synoptic Gospels and John provide detailed accounts of the Passover during which Jesus instituted the Lord's Supper, a pivotal moment in Christian tradition. On the first day of the Feast of Unleavened Bread, the disciples asked Jesus where He wanted them to prepare the Passover meal. Jesus instructed them to follow a man carrying a jar of water to a house where they would prepare the meal (Mark 14:13-15). During this Passover meal, Jesus took bread, gave thanks, broke it, and gave it to His disciples, saying, "Take it; this is My body" (Mark 14:22). He then took the cup, gave thanks, and offered it to them, saying, "This is My blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many" (Mark 14:24). This act established the New Covenant, fulfilling the Passover's prophetic symbolism. Jesus' Teaching in the Temple (Luke 19:45-48): During the Passover week, Jesus spent time teaching in the temple courts, further asserting His authority and fulfilling His messianic mission. "Every day He was teaching at the temple" (Luke 19:47), drawing large crowds eager to hear His words. His teachings during this time included parables and discourses that challenged the religious leaders and clarified the nature of God's kingdom. The Significance of Passover in Jesus' Ministry: The Passover serves as a backdrop for key events in Jesus' life, underscoring His identity as the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world (John 1:29). The timing of His crucifixion during Passover is deeply symbolic, as He becomes the ultimate sacrifice, fulfilling the law and the prophets. The Passover not only commemorates Israel's deliverance from physical bondage but also points to the spiritual deliverance offered through Christ's atoning sacrifice. Throughout His ministry, Jesus' actions and teachings during the Passover reveal His divine authority, His fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy, and His establishment of a new covenant with humanity. The Passover, therefore, is not only a historical event but a profound theological moment that encapsulates the essence of Jesus' redemptive work. Nave's Topical Index Luke 2:41-50Now his parents went to Jerusalem every year at the feast of the passover. Nave's Topical Index Library The Ugly Thread in the Weaving. Parable of the Good Samaritan. Appendix xvii. The Ordinances and Law of the Sabbath as Laid Down ... Resources What is the meaning and importance of the Last Supper? | GotQuestions.orgHow is the date for Easter determined? | GotQuestions.org What are the different Jewish festivals in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org Passover: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Passover: Christ Called "Our Passover" Passover: Jesus Crucified at the Time of Passover: Jesus in the Temple Courtyard at the Time of Passover: Observation of, Renewed by Hezekiah Passover: Observation of, Renewed by Josiah Passover: Observation of, Renewed by the Israelites Upon Entering Canaan Passover: Observation of, Renewed: After the Return from Babylonian Captivity Passover: Observed at the Place Designated by God Passover: Observed With Unleavened Bread (No Yeast) Passover: Penalty for Neglecting to Observe Passover: Peter Imprisoned at the Time of Passover: Prisoner Released At, by the Romans Passover: Re-Instituted by Ezekiel Passover: Strangers Authorized to Celebrate Passover: The Lamb Killed by Levites, for Those Who Were Ceremonially Unclean Passover: The Lamb of, a Type of Christ Passover: The Lord's Supper Ordained At Related Terms Passover-offering (7 Occurrences) Passover-offerings (4 Occurrences) |
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