Mysty Pfeffer“And when the hour came, he reclined at table, and the apostles with him. And he said
to them, “I have earnestly desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer. For I tell
you I will not eat it until it is fulfilled in the kingdom of God.”
Luke 22:14-16
The beauty of the Seder meal is the retelling of Israel’s flight from Egypt. As Judeo-Christian histories overlap this season, I have an opportunity to appreciate some of the things our Messiah, Jesus, may have enjoyed with his disciples before becoming the Passover lamb.
Traditionally, the story of the Exodus is retold with families of faith around the world. The bitterness of slavery, as well as God’s deliverance from the death angel are read. In addition to this, the plagues of judgment and preparing the unleavened bread for a hasty departure are retold to the next generation.
Therefore, each food item represents a part of the Israelite’s flight from Egypt.
Interestingly enough the symbols also represent Jesus as the suffering servant for new covenant believers as well. Prior to his betrayal and during the last supper together, he washed the disciples feet in preparation for the meal.
Jesus, The Suffering Servant
Although, this task was usually placed upon the lowest household servant, Jesus
demonstrates to the apostle’s humility in serving. He also gives a whole new meaning to loving our enemies. In fact, the thoughts of Judas were clear to Christ as he knelt before his betrayer to wash his feet.
Furthermore, celebrating the Seder meal with Jesus at the center brings depth to the celebration. A keen awareness of my slavery to sin and the tears of anguish for my slavery is revealed. The bread of life for my body, became the bread of life for my soul with the death, burial and resurrection of our risen Savior!
A lovely rendition of this meal, incorporating the last supper can be found on You Tube in “Shabbat in Your Home” here is the link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVHa_hDwAlM
Also, the site listing the representation of each dish and the order of which to take themeal can be found from the article “The Order and Meaning of the Passover Seder” the link is here: https://www.learnreligions.com/what-is-a-passover-seder-2076456
So, I hope you enjoy an easy and delicious Seder Meal with Jesus this week as you prepare your heart for our Lord. Personally, this meal will forever change the way I observe and practice the history of my faith.
Bitter Herbs and Vegetables
Cucumbers, Onions, Mint, & Celery
1 Chopped Organic English Cucumber
1 Tablespoon Finely Chopped Onion
2 Teaspoons Fresh Chopped Mint (I used Lemon balm)
3 Stalks of Celery Washed and Chop
1 Tablespoon Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Salt to taste
Wash and cut the celery for a tray. Combine the chopped cucumber, onion, and mint (a bitter herb) in a bowl, while seasoning with salt and the olive oil and set aside while you prepare the reminder of your meal. A small dish of salted water to dip the vegetables in is served alongside the the vegetables for dipping. The salted water represents the tears of the Israelites during their years of enslavement.
Jesus, The Bread of Life
Matzah
This recipe is very similar to the tortilla shells I make, the only difference is the amount of ingredients are different, they are baked, and the dough is pierced with a fork. This is a very simple and delicious reminder of the bread and body of Christ.
As they were eating, Jesus took bread, blessed and broke it, gave it to the disciples, and said, “Take and eat it; this is My body.” Then He took a cup, and after giving thanks, He gave it to them and said, “Drink from it, all of you.”
Matthew 26 HCSB – The Plot to Kill Jesus – When Jesus had – Bible Gateway
Mathew 26;25-27
Preheat oven to 425 and place a stone pizza pan into the oven to heat. Combine 1 cup of flour, ½ teaspoon of salt in a bowl and whisk until salt is combined. Add 1/3 cup of hot water to one teaspoon of olive oil then add the liquid until it is all
combined. Knead the bread lightly and divide into 8 balls. Roll out into squares
until very thin then use a fork to pierce the bread all over (As you can see above mine were too thick) Bake 2 min on first side, flip them over, bake 2 more minutes, then remove and brush with olive oil and salt.
Charoset
According to tradition, this side dish represents the brick and mortar the Israelites made for Pharaoh. I used:
1 Organic chopped Gala Apple
1/2 Teaspoon Cinnamon
1 Tablespoon of Honey
2 Tablespoons of Finely Chopped Pecans
Place all the ingredients in a bowl and serve with the Matzah
Lamb Chops and Roasted Potatoes & Parsley
4 Lamb Chops
2 Tablespoons Fresh Chopped Rosemary
2 Large Clove Minced Garlic Chopped and Salted
1 Lbs. Organic Small Golden Potatoes
1 Tablespoon Chopped Parsley
½ Teaspoon of Salt.
Preheat Oven to 450 Set the Lamb Chops on a paper towel to dry completely and set aside. Meanwhile, place an iron skillet on medium high heat on the stove.
Wash and prepare potatoes for a baking dish, toss them with 2 tablespoons of organic olive oil and 1 teaspoon of salt. Place in the heated oven for 20 minutes and bake until golden brown. Remove, stir and add the chopped parsley.
Make a rub with the finely minced then mashed garlic, ½ teaspoon of salt, and the chopped rosemary, rub the herbs on the meat. Place a table spoon of olive oil in the well heated skillet and sear the chops on one side 3 minutes (without turning). When browned turn over and heat the other side 3 minutes. I finish them off in the heated oven for three more minutes, then let them rest.
I have enjoyed reading the articles and watching the videos! For instance, it has inspired me to make the following recipes with the encouragement of Candice Reyes at Hooks2Crook! I did not know about the connection between Jesus and the Seder Passover meal until this week! I hope you have a blessed Resurrection Sunday and the eternal hope of our Lord, Jesus Christ!
