#9 - The Jewish Roots of the Eucharist

Why do Christians commemorate Jesus’ death with a piece of bread and wine? In this episode, Justin Hibbard (co-founder of the ministry Christianity is Jewish), explores the origin of the Eucharist (aka communion or Lord’s Supper) by explaining its context in the Passover Seder.

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SHOW NOTES:

* Explanation of the Afikoman

* Book: The Fourth Cup by Scott Hahn

* Video Presentation of the Fourth Cup by Scott Hahn - Part 1 & Part 2

* “Culture and Collective Memory” by Leon Wieseltier

* Book: Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist by Brant Pitre

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