What Every Christian Needs to Know About Passover: What It Means and Why It Matters - Hardcover

The Passover was celebrated by Jesus and the disciples the last timethey were together. Now popular speaker and writer Rabbi Evan Mofficbrings an understanding to the Last Supper that will forever change howChristians celebrate Communion and prepare for Easter.Beginning with the Hebrew Bible and Jewish history, Rabbi Moffic showshow these inform the roots of Christianity as he weaves togetherhistory, theology, Jewish practice and observances. Then he providesthe background and resources for Christians seeking to experience anauthentic Jewish Passover Seder and integrate it into their ownpreparation for Easter.Rabbi Moffic brings an informed and ancient perspective, explaining andbringing to life the source of so many of our modern Christianpractices.

By exploring and explaining the ritual and story surrounding theJewish Passover, Rabbi Moffic shares with Christians the wisdom andinspiration of the Hebrew Bible—what Christians call the Old Testament—ina way that increases appreciation and understanding of the culture inwhich Jesus lived and taught.For contemporary Christians desiring to enrich their understanding ofthe faith they practice today, this book offers deeper understanding oftheir spiritual heritage shared with Judaism.