Description
PRINT Last Supper (90cm x 14cm). Made in Italy
The Last Supper is the final meal Jesus shared with his apostles in Jerusalem before his crucifixion, serving as the scriptural foundation for the Christian Eucharist (Holy Communion). Occurring during Passover, it symbolizes the New Covenant through the breaking of bread and sharing of wine, representing Jesus’s body and blood.
Key Aspects of the Last Supper:
Institution of the Eucharist: Jesus blessed bread and wine, instructing his followers to consume them in remembrance of his sacrifice.
Betrayal and Prediction: During the meal, Jesus announced that one of his apostles would betray him and predicted Peter’s denial.
New Covenant: The event marks the transition from the Old Covenant (Passover) to the New Covenant, with Jesus acting as the sacrificial “Lamb of God”.
Servanthood and Humility: Jesus washed his disciples’ feet, demonstrating the importance of service, humility, and love.
Symbolism: It represents spiritual unity, fellowship, and the forthcoming sacrifice of Christ.
