The Institution of the Eucharist: Exegesis of Mark 14:12-26
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https://doi.org/10.47814/ijssrr.v6i10.1726Keywords:
Atonement; Jesus; Lord’s SupperAbstract
The Eucharist is one of the two sacraments celebrated in most Protestant churches. Given the circumstances related to its institution (Mark 14:12-26 and its parallels), the Eucharistic meal can be considered as a symbol of the atoning death of Christ on the cross which was prefigured in the Passover lamb. Current scholarly debates surrounding the Christian doctrine of atonement has prompted this study which explores the nexus between the Eucharist and the atonement of Christ. This paper used the historical-critical approach to exegesis to study Mark 14:12-26, exploring the meaning of the text to its original audience and drawing some relevance for the contemporary church. In addition to its contribution to New Testament scholarship, the paper also contributes to the subject of atonement.
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