Rather than beginning with the main course, the event begins by reading through the traditional Hagaddah service {you can get free hagaddahs from Maxwell House!} which takes you through the story of the exodus, has you partake of some of the symbolic elements, and includes several cups of wine/grape juice. Then, you eat the main meal, which is followed by a little more reading and some traditional songs. Typically, the Seder meal includes matza ball soup {yum!} and gefilte fish {yuck!} along with whatever other food is served.
How does Passover point to Jesus?
* Right before the main course of the meal, you eat something called a ‘Hillel sandwich,’ which is a combination of matzah, charoset, and horseradish {ick}. Many scholars believe that this is what Jesus gave to Judas when He said that the one who would betray Him was the one to whom He would give the bread He had dipped {presumably in the charoset}.
*After the afikomen has been found {and redeemed for a piece of silver}, the service moves on to reciting the Hallel, a collection of Psalms of praise. Part of this text includes saying, “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord,” and, “The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone.” Scripture tells us that Jesus and the disciples were singing the Hallel on the way from the upper room to the Garden of Gethsemene.
If you have any other questions about why we celebrate Passover or how to do it in your own home, please feel free to email me and I’d love to share more.
Happy Crafting!
Ami Allison says
WOW! I didn’t know. I’m a bit new in my Christian walk. I talked a lil about in a post I did. I was searching for ideas to teach my 3 yr old about the true meaning of Easter. http://alililly.blogspot.com/2012/03/10-faith-based-kids-crafts-for-easter.html
Thanks for sharing this. It really blesses people like me. I was hoping over from Happy Go Lucky to mention that I’m an excited new follower. 🙂
Pollyanna says
Thanks for sharing this detailed post. I am also Christian, but once attended a passover dinner which was demonstrated by a professor of Religion and found it so interesting.
Our family has celebrated Chanukah for years, without the prayers, of course. I love the miracle of the the 8 days of light. I have pinned this post and hope to expand my Jewish celebrations next year.
Christians share so much with Jewish tradition. Thanks again.
quiverfullofblessings.com says
Thank you so much for sharing this. I agree that most of us Christians tend to gloss over the fact that Jesus was Jewish and Passover and other Jewish traditions and holidays would have been a big part of his life on Earth. Very well written!
The mum of all trades says
Really enjoyed reading this. I knew Passover was celebrated by Our Lord but I did not know any of the details of the celebration. Thanks for sharing this.
Ashley says
Thanks for posting this! My family might just have to start some new traditions next year!
Brit says
So awesome that you shared this! As a believer I did not grow up celebrating Passover in the manner you blogged about today, but as an adult my husband and I have discussed incorporating some of the traditions in our home. I am forever thankful for the sacrifice that Jesus made on the cross. Ready to celebrate in the morning!
Audra @ Once a Mom Always a Cook says
My family also celebrates Passover each year! I have taught my children a Christian Hebraic view for many years and it is an eye opening and a refreshing experience! So happy to see you post and your pictures are precious 🙂
Melinda Peraza says
I’m so glad I found your pin! I’ve been wanting to start celebrating pass over but didn’t know how to incorporate it into my Christian teachings. Thanks for the ideas!
Melinda Peraza says
I’m so glad I found your pin! I’ve been wanting to start celebrating pass over but didn’t know how to incorporate it into my Christian teachings. Thanks for the ideas!
Grandma says
I love taking part in the celebrations Jesus would have done…so much meaning in the meal…I also love the children’s version which makes it easier for the little guys to understand…Nice post… 🙂