CRS:JS3: The Last Supper:Significance of The Last Supper
SUBJECT: CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS KNOWLEDGE
CLASS: JSS 3
DATE:
TERM: 2rd TERM
TOPIC: THE LAST SUPPER
Text: Mathew 26 v 17-30,LUKE 22:7-20
CRS:JS3: The Last Supper:Significance of The Last Supper
Learning Objective: by the end of the lesson students should be able to
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Define supper and sacredness
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Narrate the story of the last supper
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State the significant of the last supper
CONTENT
CRS:JS3: The Last Supper:Significance of The Last Supper
(a) The Last supper
(b) Significance of the last supper
Supper:
Supper: Typically refers to a meal eaten in the evening, often considered the last meal of the day. It’s a term that’s commonly used to describe a less formal meal than dinner, often consisting of lighter fare.
Sacredness:
Sacredness: Refers to the quality of being holy, divine, or imbued with spiritual significance. Sacredness can be attributed to objects, places, rituals, or concepts that are revered and treated with profound respect or devotion within a religious or spiritual context.
THE LAST SUPPER
The last supper took place in Jerusalem the night before the death of Christ the day he was sold by Judas Iscariot.
The Story Of The Last Supper
The Last Supper, as described in Matthew 26:17-30 and Luke 22:7-20, is a poignant moment in Christian tradition, marking the final meal Jesus shares with his disciples before his crucifixion.
As evening approached, Jesus gathered with his twelve disciples in an upper room in Jerusalem. They reclined at the table, sharing in the Passover meal, a solemn celebration of the Israelites’ liberation from Egypt centuries before.
During the meal, Jesus took bread, blessed it, and broke it, offering it to his disciples, saying, “Take and eat; this is my body.” Then he took a cup of wine, gave thanks, and offered it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you. This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins.”
In Matthew’s account, Jesus tells his disciples that one of them will betray him, causing them all to be deeply troubled. Each one questions if it is them, but Jesus reassures them and identifies Judas Iscariot as the betrayer. Judas, troubled by his actions, leaves the gathering.
In Luke’s narrative, Jesus adds a significant instruction after the meal, telling his disciples to continue sharing the bread and wine in remembrance of him, symbolizing his sacrifice and the new covenant between God and humanity.
The Last Supper concludes with a sense of foreboding as Jesus hints at his impending betrayal and crucifixion. Despite the solemnity of the moment, it also carries a message of love, unity, and the promise of redemption through Jesus’ sacrifice—a central tenet of Christian faith for centuries to come.
The Significant Of The Last supper
I. Commemorating Jesus’ Sacrifice
The Last Supper holds great significance as it marks the commencement of Jesus’ sacrifice for humanity. Jesus shared bread and wine with his disciples, symbolizing his body and blood, which he would offer for the redemption of humanity. The Holy Communion, or Eucharist, serves as a remembrance of this profound sacrifice.
II. Symbolizing Unity and Fellowship
Jesus and his disciples shared the Last Supper, symbolizing the unity and fellowship within the Christian community. Sharing a meal is viewed as a means of fostering friendship and solidarity among individuals.
III. Fulfillment of Prophecy
The Last Supper fulfills Old Testament prophecy, particularly in the book of Isaiah, which foretold the Messiah’s suffering and sacrifice for humanity’s sins. Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross fulfills this prophetic promise.
IV. Exemplifying Humility and Service
During the Last Supper, Jesus humbly washed his disciples’ feet, exemplifying humility and service. This act serves as a reminder to Christians of the importance of humility and serving others.
V. Anticipating the Second Coming
The Last Supper also serves as a reminder of the anticipation of Jesus’ second coming. Jesus assured his disciples that he would not partake of wine until he did so with them in his Father’s kingdom, signifying the promise of his return and the establishment of his kingdom.
