Passover Meal and the Last Supper

Study Notes

Passover Meal and Eucharist

The Last Supper Jesus shared with His disciples was rooted in the Passover meal from the Old Testament.
Jesus instituted the Eucharist as a memorial celebration of the new covenant.
Holy Thursday commemorates this institution in the Church's liturgy.

Characteristics of the Passover Meal

The Passover meal was traditionally a joyful family gathering centered around the Father.
It served as a celebration of gratitude and remembrance.

Eucharistic Elements

Jesus utilized wine, offering a blessing in thanksgiving.
He similarly blessed bread during the meal.
The Eucharist comprises two main parts: the Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of the Eucharist.

Eucharistic Celebration Structure

The Eucharistic celebration begins with the priest's greeting.
A penitential rite follows, allowing for reflection and admission of sins.
A hymn of praise may be sung, especially on Sundays and feast days.
The opening prayer concludes the introductory rite.

Ethical Considerations and Values

Ethics involves meal principles and guidelines for behavior.
Integrity signifies honesty and adherence to strong moral principles.
Accountability ensures individuals or organizations are held responsible for their actions.
Diligence highlights the importance of careful and persistent effort.
Perseverance relates to maintaining consistent effort over time.
Common values include fairness, respect, care, and honesty.

Steps of Accountability

Know your role for clarity in responsibilities.
Be honest in all interactions.
Apologize when necessary to maintain relationships.
Use time wisely to increase productivity.
Avoid overcommitting to ensure quality and reliability.
Reflect on actions to inform future behavior.

Discipline and Behavior Standards

Discipline involves training individuals to follow rules and codes of conduct.
Values are personal beliefs that influence actions and decision-making.

Liturgy of the Word

During this segment of the celebration, attendees listen to the Word of God.

Transubstantiation

In the process of transubstantiation, the bread and wine are believed to be transformed into the body and blood of Christ.

Formation of the Bible

The Catholic Church played a crucial role in compiling the Bible.
Melito, Bishop of Sardis, contributed to early biblical understanding around 170 AD.
The Council of Laodicea (360 AD) established the first canon of Scripture.
Pope Damasus I, in 367 AD, commissioned St. Jerome to translate biblical texts into Latin, leading to the "Latin Vulgate."
St. Jerome dedicated 30 years in a cave for this translation, completing it in 397 AD.

Biblical Terminology and Structure

Pope Siricius labeled the collected texts as the Bible, and the term "New Testament" was introduced around 200 AD.
Archbishop Stephen Langton and Cardinal Hugo de Caro are credited with creating the chapter and verse structure in the Bible.

Name Significance

Joshua (Yehoshua) is the Hebrew name for Jesus, translating to "God saves."

Description

Explore the significance of the Passover meal commemorated by Jesus during the Last Supper. This quiz delves into the themes of memorial, family, and the joyful celebration that surrounds this pivotal event in Christian tradition. Test your knowledge on the connections between the Old Testament Passover and the establishment of the Eucharist.