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And the disciples did as Jesus appointed to them, and they prepared the pasch.
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In his desire to offer the Lord a fitting reception, he dismisses those former gains as worthless vanity, or perhaps meaningless refuse."},{"author-name":"Cyrill of Alexandria","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c88a8ea5c988a4fc073480_Cyrill%20of%20Alexandria.png","category":"Holy Fathers and Teachers","century":5,"exegesis-text":"When the Lord refers to \\"such and such a one,\\" He does not mention a specific name but rather alludes to one of the saints. This expression applies to every saint, who initially welcomes the Lord's disciples, evangelists, and apostles, thereby transforming their spirit. In this manner, Christ Himself arrives, unbidden yet independently, accompanied by the Holy Spirit, to inhabit the individual who has received the holy baptism. This is symbolized by the person bearing the pitcher of water, as noted in Mark 14:13 and Luke 22:10."},{"author-name":"Isaiah the Hermit","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c88d84ba9f49624b317355_Isaiah%20the%20Hermit.png","category":"Holy Fathers and Teachers","century":5,"exegesis-text":"In the end, the Lord appointed Peter and John to arrange the Passover. This symbolizes the reality that when the soul recognizes its lack of worldly possessions, it readies itself for eternal life by uniting its thoughts and senses, nurturing them through communion with the Lord."},{"author-name":"Euthymios Zigabenos","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c96d263b8c22d9c467bdab_no-pic-theosis.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":11,"exegesis-text":"What was essential for the Passover celebration has already been mentioned. Thus, it is clear that Jesus Christ partook of the proper Passover meal; otherwise, all the preparations would have been pointless."},{"author-name":"Gladkow B.I.","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c88bf0ceef8c96e09a6521_Gladkow%20B.I..png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"Peter and John traveled to Jerusalem where they encountered a man carrying a jug at the gate. They shared with him the instructions that Jesus had given them, ensuring that they organized everything necessary in accordance with the Law of Moses. After fulfilling their task, they likely journeyed to Bethany to report back to Jesus."},{"author-name":"Philaret (Gumilevski)","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c896f4b6fd32caa244b5d7_Philaret%20(Gumilevski).png","category":"Holy Fathers and Teachers","century":19,"exegesis-text":"They went and discovered everything as He had instructed them, and made arrangements for the Passover (Luke 22:13). All transpired precisely as the Lord had spoken: the man they encountered at the city entrance was just as the Lord had described, and the homeowner graciously complied with the Master's requirements; the room was exactly as the Lord had foretold. How could the disciples not recognize in their hearts that their Master was indeed a great prophet! They went on to prepare the Passover, which included purchasing and preparing the Passover lamb in accordance with the law, along with all the necessary items for the celebration."},{"author-name":"Abbot Panteleimon about the Trinity","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c96d263b8c22d9c467bdab_no-pic-theosis.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"The apostles Peter and John followed the instructions given by Jesus and made arrangements for the Passover celebration. They traveled to Jerusalem, where events unfolded precisely as the Lord had foretold: “at the Water Gate, through which those coming from Olion entered the city,” as Innocent, Archbishop of Kherson, describes, “they encountered a man carrying a water jug. They followed him to a house and informed the owner about the words of their Teacher. He promptly directed them to a large room that was prepared for their use, and they set to work organizing the Passover. This involved procuring a paschal lamb within the temple grounds, presenting it to the priest for slaughter, or, with his blessing, performing the ritual themselves in a designated area of the temple. Upon their return to their dwelling, they cooked the lamb properly, keeping it whole without dividing it or breaking any bones, while adhering to other customs of the feast. They also prepared unleavened bread, bitter herbs, and other essential items for the celebration.” At the appointed time, which adhered to the legal and customary guidelines—neither too early nor beyond ten o'clock at night—Jesus Christ reclined with His twelve disciples."},{"author-name":"Michail (Lusin)","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c89550c567e172d15b3055_Michail%20(Lusin).png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"They arranged the Passover, fulfilling all that was mandated by tradition and scripture for the observance of this sacred event. They prepared the lamb in a customary way, along with unleavened bread, bitter herbs, wine, and other elements associated with the celebration."},{"author-name":"Lopuchin A.P.","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c891400ee1341634d2276d_Lopuchin%20A.P..png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"They discovered everything as Jesus Christ had foretold, \\"and apparently on the same day they prepared the Passover.\\" When Christ and the remaining disciples arrived at the designated house, the meal was ready, the table was set, and the traditional triclinium for reclining was arranged. The practice of eating the Passover while standing had long been set aside. Reclining was viewed as the most fitting and comfortable position, especially since it symbolized the status of free individuals. Each guest reclined fully, resting on their left arm, allowing their right arm to remain free. Positioned on Jesus' right was the beloved disciple, whose head could easily rest against the breast of his Master and Lord. In Eastern households, the center of the floor was typically adorned with carpets or mats, and it was customary for everyone to remove their sandals at the entrance to avoid soiling the clean mats with dust and dirt from the road. All the disciples followed this practice before taking their places at the table; however, another cherished tradition, which Jesus valued, was overlooked. Their feet must have been caked with dust from their journey on the hot, rocky path from Bethany to Jerusalem, making it a refreshing gesture to wash them before the meal. Yet, foot washing was the duty of servants, and since no one stepped forward to perform this humble task, the Lord Jesus, in His profound humility and selflessness, arose from the table to undertake the service that none of His disciples offered to perform for Him. He removed His outer garment, filled a basin with water, and with a towel in hand, began to wash their feet quietly."},{"author-name":"Paul Matwejewski","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c8969f5be0d592d5a10576_Paul%20Matwejewski.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"Peter and John made their way to Jerusalem, discovering everything as it had been shared with them, and they made arrangements for the Passover. As evening fell, at the appointed time established by the law (Deuteronomy 16:6) for the celebration of the Passover, Jesus Christ arrived in the city, accompanied by His disciples. Amidst the bustling festivities and throngs of worshipers, the sacred group approached the home where a beautifully adorned room awaited them. Once the hour for the meal arrived, the Lord reclined at the table, joined by the twelve apostles."},{"author-name":"Alexander Gorsky","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c8884037c1e1c51e1332e2_Alexander%20Gorsky.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"Although the other followers were unaware of these events, the Lord was fully aware and patiently awaited His appointed time. He anticipated departing from His disciples before the upcoming feast, wishing to imbue His final meal with them with special meaning, aligning it with the Jewish Passover meal, or more fittingly, with the Christian Communion that supersedes the Old Covenant feast. On the thirteenth of Nisan, He likely found Himself in Bethany, dedicating His final moments to His disciples. However, on that morning, He sent Peter and John to Jerusalem to inform the owner of the location where He intended to hold this Last Supper, instructing him to prepare for the Passover observance. By sending His two most devoted followers, He refrained from disclosing the name of the homeowner, likely to prevent Judas from identifying it and relaying the information to the religious leaders. The Lord deemed it essential that this Supper occur in a tranquil atmosphere."}]}
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