The Last Supper: Understanding Jesus ‘ Final Meal

The Last Supper is one of the most important events in Christian history, representing Jesus’ final meal with his disciples before his crucifixion.

It was during this meal that Jesus established the sacrament of Holy Communion, and it has become a central part of Christian worship ever since.

The story of the Last Supper is recorded in several places in the Bible, including the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Here are some of the key verses from the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible:

“And as they were eating, Jesus took bread, and blessed it, and brake it, and gave it to the disciples, and said, Take, eat; this is my body. And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Drink ye all of it; For this is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many for the remission of sins.” – Matthew 26:26-28

“And he took bread, and gave thanks, and brake it, and gave unto them, saying, This is my body which is given for you: this do in remembrance of me. Likewise also the cup after supper, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood, which is shed for you.” – Luke 22:19-20

“And as they did eat, Jesus took bread, and blessed, and brake it, and gave to them, and said, Take, eat: this is my body. And he took the cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them: and they all drank of it. And he said unto them, This is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many.” – Mark 14:22-24

These verses highlight the key elements of the Last Supper, including Jesus’ blessing of the bread and wine, and his statement that they represent his body and blood, which would be given for the forgiveness of sins.

In addition to establishing Holy Communion, the Last Supper also represents Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross, and his ultimate victory over sin and death. As Christians, we remember and celebrate these events through the sacrament of Holy Communion, which reminds us of the price that Jesus paid for our salvation.

In conclusion, the Last Supper is a powerful and meaningful event in Christian history, representing Jesus’ final meal with his disciples and the establishment of Holy Communion. Through this sacrament, we remember Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross and his victory over sin and death, and we are reminded of the incredible love and grace that he showed us through his life, death, and resurrection.