Passover celebrates God’s redemption of His people from slavery in Egypt. However, it points to a greater redemption for Israel and for all people.
The Last Supper was itself part of a celebration of Passover. Knowing that He would be put to death in a few hours, Jesus told His disciples, “I eagerly desired to celebrate this Passover with you before I suffer” (Luke 22:15). At this celebration, He took elements of the Passover (the unleavened bread and the cup) and identified them as His body and blood, symbolizing His death.
Other elements of the Passover are important symbols as well. The shank bone of the lamb points to the Lamb of God (John 1:29). Indeed, Jesus is the Passover Lamb. Paul tells us that as often as we eat this bread and drink of this cup (elements of the Passover and the heart of the Last Supper or Communion), we proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes (1 Corinthians 11:26).
Enjoy these resources to learn more about Passover, its traditional celebration, and its fulfillment in Jesus. Chag Pesach Sameach – Happy Passover!
Explore the connection between the Passover and Jesus
For Jewish people, Passover is perhaps the most important festival in the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament). God instituted Passover, Pesach in Hebrew (pronounced pay’-sakh), when He was liberating the Israelites from Egyptian slavery.
In the following Sunday School lessons for children, you will discover why Passover is such an important festival—not only for Jewish people but for believers in Jesus, the Messiah, as well. As you will see, this story of freedom from slavery reflects the life and purpose of the Messiah.
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Jesus & The Passover Lamb
Jesus made a way for us to have a new life and everlasting peace. This wonderful gift was bought at a price—He became the Passover Lamb, sparing us from eternal death.
The Passover Cups & The Blood
What is the significance of the Cups during Passover? Learn all about God’s promises to the Jewish people and how the cups fit into the Passover seder.
Passover and the Lord’s Supper
When Yeshua and His disciples gathered for their last supper together, they were celebrating Passover! Every aspect of the Passover meal reflects Yeshua’s sacrifice for us—and we remember this whenever we take the Lord’s Supper.
How Matzah Points to the Messiah
If you are looking for a lesson in who Jesus is, look no further than the Seder table. This Passover, learn how matzah points to Jesus in several powerful ways. Chag Pesach Sameach!
Messiah in the Passover
Learn to host your own Passover Seder with this Interactive guide! Just click one of the elements below and Dr. Mitch Glaser, President of Chosen People Ministries, will explain its meaning.
I Found the Link Between Jesus and the Passover
Lance’s personal life was falling apart in the shadow of his success—but then he was invited to a Messiah in the Passover presentation, and he found what he was missing!
Passover: A Time For Redemption
Passover celebrates the exodus of the Jewish people from their bondage in Egypt under Pharaoh. However, Passover is also a powerful foreshadowing of Jesus the Messiah’s sacrificial death, burial, and resurrection. The Apostle Paul exhorted the Corinthian believers to “celebrate the seder” (1 Corinthians 5:8).
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