The Lord Supper

The Lord Supper

Introduction

The Lord's Supper (Lord's Supper) - the custom of the memories of Jesus Christ, established by Jesus (Luke 22:19, 20) on the eve of his execution (Last Supper). As the base to observe the custom of the memories of Jesus Christ, used by the commandment of Luke. 22:19, 20: "And he took bread and gave thanks, broke it and gave it to them, saying, this is my body given for you; Do this in remembrance of me. Likewise also the cup after supper, saying, and this cup is the new covenant in my blood which is shed for you. "

Peter and John were charged with preparing the room where Jesus had intended to prepare the Passover lamb. When all was ready, our Lord celebrated the Last Supper with his apostles of the Lamb, observing all the ceremonies of the Act, omitting nothing, while teaching his disciples. (1159) The Legal Supper being completed well educated and the apostles, Jesus proceeded to the washing of the feet while explaining that humility must first be obedient, if it is not true humility. He then gave the meaning of what he had done (1168-1175).

According to Mary of Agreda, the legal Supper was celebrated on a low table, the guests being half wide. "After He had finished the washing of feet, Jesus did bring another table from the height of those we serve to make our meals (Uspensky, 1967). He ordered unleavened bread He put in a dish, and pure wine He poured into a chalice. In his apostles he recommended peace and union of the He had to leave their charity in this sacred mystery that He was going to operate. He promised them that if they loved each other, the Lord would His Father's love which He ...