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Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist: Unlocking the Secrets of the Last Supper by Brant Pitre
Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist shines fresh light on the Last Supper by looking at it through Jewish eyes. Using his in-depth knowledge of the Bible and ancient Judaism, Dr. Brant Pitre answers questions such as: What was the Passover like at the time of Jesus? What were the Jewish hopes for the Messiah? What was Jesus' purpose in instituting the Eucharist during the feast of Passover? And, most important of all, what did Jesus mean when he said, "This is my body... This is my blood"?
To answer these questions, Pitre explores ancient Jewish beliefs about the Passover of the Messiah, the miraculous Manna from heaven, and the mysterious Bread of the Presence. As he shows, these three keys-the Passover, the Manna, and the Bread of the Presence-have the power to unlock the original meaning of the Eucharistic words of Jesus. Along the way, Pitre also explains how Jesus united the Last Supper to his death on Good Friday and his Resurrection on Easter Sunday.
Inspiring and informative, "Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist" is a groundbreaking work that is sure to illuminate one of the greatest mysteries of the Christian faith: the mystery of Jesus' presence in "the breaking of the bread."
Dr. Brant Pitre
Excellent book! The citations and explanations that Brant Pitre present are so compelling and enlightening that I have experienced a deeper understanding and more reverent appreciation of the gift of Jesus' real presence in the Most Holy Sacrament of Communion.
Have always valued using Dr. Pitre's DVD studies with my adult learners and this book is really such a fabulous supplementary resource.
Everyone should read this book. ESPECIALLY Eucharist Minister.
Great and powerful reading and learning so much about Jesus. This book brings one closer to Christ and gives a clear understanding as to who He is. Also, the book helped with our Eucharist Study.
