Passover has long been associated with Christianity and the celebration of Easter. The story of Jesus' last days before his crucifixion were during Passover. The meal that he had with his disciples appeared to be part of Passover, but with new meaning about Jesus, as the sacrificial lamb.

Symbolism of the First Passover

The symbolism of the first Passover has strong ties to the gospel of Jesus Christ. For example: just as Israel was held captive to Egypt, so we were held captive by sin; just as God sent a deliverer in Moses to set them free from Egypt, so God sent Jesus to deliver us from our sin; just as the Israelites were saved from the angel of death through the blood of the sacrificed lamb, so we are saved through the blood of Jesus, our sacrificial lamb. So the original events that led to the celebration of the Passover were a foreshadowing of what God had planned in his Son.

Symbolism of Current Passover Customs

Many hold that the current customs of the Passover meal are symbolic of Jesus' death and resurrection (see below).

Significance for Christians

Many Christians will prepare for Easter by attending a Passover Seder. It shows, for the Christian, the richness of their faith from its origins. Although Christianity is a faith that can stand on its own, it is good to remember that Christianity did not spring out of no where. It is the culmination of the Jewish faith.

External References

• The Meaning of Passover
• Passover—Why is this night different since Y'shua observed it?