Luke 22:19
And He took the bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, "This is My body, given for you; do this in remembrance of Me."
And He took bread
In this phrase, "He" refers to Jesus Christ, who is central to the Christian faith as the Son of God and the Savior. The act of taking bread is significant in Jewish tradition, as bread is a staple of life and often symbolizes sustenance and provision. The Greek word for "bread" here is "ἄρτος" (artos), which can mean any kind of bread or food. In the context of the Last Supper, this bread becomes a profound symbol of Jesus' body, which He is about to offer for the salvation of humanity. This act of taking bread is a precursor to the institution of the Lord's Supper, a sacrament that has been observed by Christians throughout history.

gave thanks
The Greek word used here is "εὐχαριστήσας" (eucharistēsas), from which the term "Eucharist" is derived. This act of giving thanks is not merely a ritualistic gesture but a profound expression of gratitude to God. In Jewish tradition, giving thanks before a meal is a common practice, acknowledging God's provision. Jesus' act of giving thanks here sets a precedent for Christians to approach the Lord's Table with a heart of gratitude, recognizing the grace and mercy extended through His sacrifice.

broke it
The breaking of the bread is a significant action that symbolizes the breaking of Jesus' body on the cross. The Greek word "ἔκλασεν" (eklasen) indicates a physical breaking, which foreshadows the suffering and sacrifice that Jesus is about to endure. This act also signifies the sharing of His body among His disciples, emphasizing the communal aspect of the Lord's Supper. Historically, breaking bread was a common practice in Jewish meals, symbolizing fellowship and unity.

and gave it to them
In this phrase, Jesus distributes the bread to His disciples, symbolizing the giving of His life for the redemption of many. The Greek word "ἔδωκεν" (edōken) implies a deliberate and generous act of giving. This distribution signifies the inclusivity of Jesus' sacrifice, offered to all who would believe. It also highlights the role of the disciples as recipients of His grace and as future bearers of His message to the world.

saying, 'This is My body
Here, Jesus makes a profound declaration, identifying the bread as His body. The Greek word "σῶμά" (sōma) refers to the physical body, but in this context, it carries a deeper spiritual meaning. Jesus is instituting a new covenant, where His body, broken for humanity, becomes the means of spiritual nourishment and salvation. This statement has been theologically significant throughout Christian history, forming the basis for the doctrine of the Real Presence in the Eucharist.

given for you
The phrase "given for you" underscores the sacrificial nature of Jesus' mission. The Greek word "διδόμενον" (didomenon) indicates an offering or a gift. Jesus' body is given willingly, out of love, for the redemption of humanity. This sacrificial giving fulfills the Old Testament prophecies of a suffering servant and establishes a new covenant between God and His people. It is a personal and communal gift, offered to each believer and to the Church as a whole.

do this in remembrance of Me
This command from Jesus establishes the practice of the Lord's Supper as a memorial of His sacrifice. The Greek word "ἀνάμνησιν" (anamnēsin) means a remembrance or a memorial. This act of remembrance is not merely a recollection of past events but a living participation in the reality of Jesus' sacrifice. It calls believers to continually reflect on the significance of His death and resurrection, fostering a deeper relationship with Him and with one another. This command has been faithfully observed by Christians throughout the ages, serving as a central act of worship and a means of grace.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jesus Christ
The central figure in this passage, Jesus is instituting the Lord's Supper during the Last Supper with His disciples. He is the one who takes the bread, gives thanks, breaks it, and distributes it, symbolizing His impending sacrifice.

2. The Disciples
The immediate audience of Jesus' actions and words. They are the ones who receive the bread and are instructed to continue this practice in remembrance of Jesus.

3. The Upper Room
The location where the Last Supper takes place. It is a significant setting for this pivotal moment in Jesus' ministry, marking the institution of the New Covenant.

4. The Bread
Symbolizes the body of Christ, which is given for the disciples and, by extension, for all believers. It represents Jesus' sacrifice on the cross.

5. The Act of Giving Thanks
Jesus' act of giving thanks before breaking the bread highlights the importance of gratitude and acknowledgment of God's provision, even in the face of suffering.
Teaching Points
The Significance of Remembrance
Jesus commands His followers to "do this in remembrance of Me," highlighting the importance of continually recalling His sacrifice and its implications for our lives.

The Symbolism of the Bread
The bread represents Jesus' body, given for us. This act of breaking and sharing the bread is a powerful reminder of His sacrificial love and the unity it brings to believers.

Gratitude in Worship
Jesus gives thanks before breaking the bread, teaching us to approach God with gratitude, even in difficult circumstances, recognizing His sovereignty and provision.

The New Covenant
The institution of the Lord's Supper marks the beginning of the New Covenant, where Jesus' sacrifice fulfills the Old Testament prophecies and establishes a new relationship between God and humanity.

Communal Aspect of Faith
The sharing of the bread among the disciples emphasizes the communal nature of the Christian faith, encouraging believers to gather together in worship and remembrance.
Bible Study Questions
1. How does the act of Jesus giving thanks before breaking the bread influence our approach to prayer and gratitude in our daily lives?

2. In what ways does the symbolism of the bread as Jesus' body deepen your understanding of His sacrifice?

3. How can we ensure that our participation in the Lord's Supper remains a meaningful act of remembrance rather than a routine ritual?

4. What connections can you draw between the Passover in Exodus and the Last Supper in Luke 22:19, and how do these connections enhance your understanding of Jesus' role as the Lamb of God?

5. How does the communal aspect of the Lord's Supper challenge us to live out our faith in community with other believers?
Connections to Other Scriptures
1 Corinthians 11:23-26
Paul recounts the institution of the Lord's Supper, emphasizing the importance of remembering Jesus' sacrifice and proclaiming His death until He comes again.

Exodus 12:14
The Passover is instituted as a lasting ordinance for the Israelites. The Last Supper, occurring during Passover, connects Jesus' sacrifice to the deliverance of Israel from Egypt.

John 6:35
Jesus declares Himself the "bread of life," indicating that He is the spiritual sustenance for believers, which ties into the symbolism of the bread in the Lord's Supper.
The Duty of Constant Communion J.WJohn Wesley Luke 22:19
The Last Passover of Our LordR.M. Edgar Luke 22:1-23
Christ Wanting to be RememberedR. Tuck, B. A.Luke 22:14-20
Christ's Vicarious DeathLuke 22:14-20
Design of the Lord's SupperNational Baptist.Luke 22:14-20
Remembering JesusH. J. Wilmot Buxton, M. A.Luke 22:14-20
The Advantages of Remembering ChristC. Bradley, M. A.Luke 22:14-20
The Blood of the New CovenantThe Weekly PulpitLuke 22:14-20
The Cup of ReconciliationChristian AgeLuke 22:14-20
The Cup of Sneering and of CommunionR. Ferguson, LL. D.Luke 22:14-20
The Ends for Which the Holy Communion is AppointedJames Foote, M. A.Luke 22:14-20
The Happiness of Attending the CommunionAnon.Luke 22:14-20
The Holy CommunionC. J. Ridgeway, M. A.Luke 22:14-20
The Holy CommunionJ. Burns, D. D.Luke 22:14-20
The Holy FeastJ. B. Owen, M. A.Luke 22:14-20
The Last Passover -- Christ's Desire for ItJ. Ker, D. D.Luke 22:14-20
The Last SupperD. C. Hughes, M. A.Luke 22:14-20
The Lord's SupperA. E. Dunning.Luke 22:14-20
The Lord's SupperDean Vaughan.Luke 22:14-20
The Lord's SupperJ. Baylee, D. D.Luke 22:14-20
The Lord's Supper an Emblem and MemorialC. Bradley, M. A.Luke 22:14-20
The Memorial of JesusJ. R. Leifchild, M. A.Luke 22:14-20
The Ordained MemorialC. H. Spurgeon.Luke 22:14-20
The Sacrament Better than a SermonC. H. Spurgeon.Luke 22:14-20
The Sacrament of Holy CommunionR. M. Willcox.Luke 22:14-20
The Sacrament of Holy CommunionR. S. Brooke, M. A.Luke 22:14-20
The Lord's SupperW. Clarkson Luke 22:19, 20
People
Jesus, John, Judas, Peter, Simon
Places
Gethsemane, Jerusalem
Topics
Behalf, Biscuit, Body, Brake, Bread, Broke, Broken, Loaf, Memory, Passover, Praise, Remembrance, Saying, Taking, Thanks
Dictionary of Bible Themes
Luke 22:19

     4418   bread
     7110   body of Christ
     7328   ceremonies
     8644   commemoration
     8724   doubt, dealing with

Luke 22:14-20

     1680   types
     7021   church, OT anticipations

Luke 22:14-22

     4476   meals

Luke 22:15-20

     7957   sacraments

Luke 22:16-20

     7933   Lord's Supper

Luke 22:17-19

     2360   Christ, prayers of
     5573   table
     8352   thankfulness

Luke 22:17-20

     1346   covenants, nature of
     4418   bread
     4438   eating
     6755   union with Christ, nature of
     8670   remembering

Luke 22:19-20

     1670   symbols
     2411   cross, predictions
     4945   history
     6617   atonement, in NT
     6704   peace, divine NT
     8609   prayer, as praise and thanksgiving

Library
February 2 Morning
Oh that thou wouldest keep me from evil.--I CHR. 4:10. Why sleep ye? rise and pray, lest ye enter into temptation.--The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak. Two things have I required of thee; deny me them not before I die: remove far from me vanity and lies: give me neither poverty nor riches, feed me with food convenient for me: lest I be full and deny thee, and say, Who is the Lord? or lest I be poor, and steal, and take the name of my God in vain. The Lord shall preserve thee from
Anonymous—Daily Light on the Daily Path

July 28. "Not My Will, but Thine" (Luke xxii. 42).
"Not my will, but Thine" (Luke xxii. 42). He who once suffered in Gethsemane will be our strength and our victory, too. We may fear, we may also sink, but let us not be dismayed, and we shall yet praise Him, and look back from a finished course, and say, "Not one word hath failed of all that the Lord hath spoken." But in order to do this, we must, like Him, meet the conflict, not with a defiant, but with a submissive spirit. He had to say, "Not My will, but Thine be done"; but in saying it, He gained
Rev. A. B. Simpson—Days of Heaven Upon Earth

A Great Fall and a Great Recovery
'But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not; and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren.' --Luke xxii. 32. Our Lord has just been speaking words of large and cordial praise of the steadfastness with which His friends had continued with Him in His temptations, and it is the very contrast between that continuance and the prevision of the cowardly desertion of the Apostle which occasioned the abrupt transition to this solemn appeal to him, which indicates how the forecast pained Christ's
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions Of Holy Scripture

The Cross the victory and Defeat of Darkness
'This is your hour, and the power of darkness.' --Luke xxii. 53. The darkness was the right time for so dark a deed. The surface meaning of these pathetic and far-reaching words of our Lord's in the garden to His captors is to point the correspondence between the season and the act. As He has just said, 'He had been daily with them in the Temple,' but in the blaze of the noontide they laid no hands upon Him. They found a congenial hour in the midnight. But the words go a great deal deeper than allusive
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions Of Holy Scripture

Christ's Look
'And the Lord turned and looked upon Peter.' --Luke xxii. 61. All four Evangelists tell the story of Peter's threefold denial and swift repentance, but we owe the knowledge of this look of Christ's to Luke only. The other Evangelists connect the sudden change in the denier with his hearing the cock crow only, but according to Luke there were two causes co-operating to bring about that sudden repentance, for, he says, 'Immediately, while he yet spake, the cock crew. And the Lord turned and looked
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions Of Holy Scripture

The Lonely Christ
'Ye are they which have continued with Me in My temptations'--LUKE xxii 28. We wonder at the disciples when we read of the unseemly strife for precedence which jars on the tender solemnities of the Last Supper. We think them strangely unsympathetic and selfish; and so they were. But do not let us be too hard on them, nor forget that there was a very natural reason for the close connection which is found in the gospels between our Lord's announcements of His sufferings and this eager dispute as to
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions Of Holy Scripture

Parting Promises and Warnings
'And there was also a strife among them, which of them should be accounted the greatest. 25. And He said unto them, The kings of the Gentiles exercise lordship over them; and they that exercise authority upon them are called benefactors. 26. But ye shall not be so: but he that is greatest among you, let him be as the younger; and he that is chief, as he that doth serve. 27. For whether is greater, he that sitteth at meat, or he that serveth? is not he that sitteth at meat? but I am among you as He
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions Of Holy Scripture

Christ's Ideal of a Monarch
'And He said unto them, The kings of the Gentiles exercise lordship over them; and they that exercise authority upon them are called benefactors. 26. But ye shall not be so: but he that is greatest among you, let him be as the younger; and he that is chief, as he that doth serve.'--LUKE xxii. 25-26. [Footnote: Preached on the occasion of the death of Queen Victoria.] There have been sovereigns of England whose death was a relief. There have been others who were mourned with a certain tepid and decorous
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions Of Holy Scripture

Gethsemane
'And He came out, and went, as He was wont, to the mount of Olives; and His disciples also followed Him. 40. And when He was at the place, He said unto them, Pray that ye enter not into temptation. 41. And He was withdrawn from them about a stone's cast, and kneeled down, and prayed, 42. Saying, Father, If Thou be willing, remove this cup from Me; nevertheless, not My will, but Thine, be done. 43. And there appeared an angel unto Him from heaven, strengthening Him. 44. And, being in an agony, He
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions Of Holy Scripture

In the High Priest's Palace
'Then took they Him, and led Him, and brought Him into the high priest's house. And Peter followed afar off. 55. And when they had kindled a fire in the midst of the hall, and were set down together, Peter sat down among them. 56. But a certain maid beheld him as he sat by the fire, and earnestly looked upon him, and said, This man was also with Him. 57. And he denied Him, saying, Woman, I know Him not. 58. And, after a little while, another saw him, and said, Thou art also of them. And Peter said,
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions Of Holy Scripture

The Lord's Supper
'Then came the day of unleavened bread, when the passover must be killed. 8. And He sent Peter and John, saying, Go and prepare us the passover, that we may eat. 9. And they said unto Him, Where wilt thou that we prepare? 10. And He said unto them, Behold, when ye are entered into the city, there shall a man meet you, bearing a pitcher of water; follow him into the house where he entereth in. 11. And ye shall say unto the goodman of the house, The Master saith unto thee, Where is the guestchamber,
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions Of Holy Scripture

The Duty of Constant Communion J. W.
"Do this in remembrance of me." Luke 22:19. It is no wonder that men who have no fear of God should never think of doing this. But it is strange that it should be neglected by any that do fear God, and desire to save their souls; And yet nothing is more common. One reason why many neglect it is, they are so much afraid of "eating and drinking unworthily," that they never think how much greater the danger is when they do not eat or drink it at all. That I may do what I can to bring these well-meaning
John Wesley—Sermons on Several Occasions

Gethsemane
"And all the unknown joys he gives, Were bought with agonies unknown." Since it would not be possible for any believer, however experienced, to know for himself all that our Lord endured in the place of the olivepress, when he was crushed beneath the upper and the nether mill-stone of mental suffering and hellish malice, it is clearly far beyond the preacher's capacity to set it forth to you. Jesus himself must give you access to the wonders of Gethsemane: as for me, I can but invite you to enter
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 9: 1863

The Betrayal
Without further preface, let us advance to the subject of our Lord's betrayal. First, concentrate your thoughts upon Jesus, the betrayed one; and when ye have lingered awhile there, solemnly gaze into the villanous countenance of Judas, the betrayer--he may prove a beacon to warn us against the sin which gendereth apostacy. I. LET US TARRY AWHILE, AND SEE OUR LORD UNGRATEFULLY AND DASTARDLY BETRAYED. It is appointed that he must die, but how shall he fall into the hands of his adversaries? Shall
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 9: 1863

5Th Day. Restraining Grace.
"He is Faithful that Promised." "Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat; but I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not."--LUKE xxii. 31, 32. Restraining Grace. What a scene does this unfold! Satan tempting--Jesus praying! Satan sifting--Jesus pleading! "The strong man assailing"--"the stronger than the strong" beating him back! Believer? here is the past history and present secret of thy safety in the midst of temptation. An interceding Saviour was at thy side, saying
John Ross Macduff—The Faithful Promiser

Peter's Repentance
"And the Lord turned, and looked upon Peter. And Peter remembered the word of the Lord, how he had said unto him, Before the cock crow, thou shalt deny me thrice. And Peter went out, and wept bitterly" (Luke 22:61, 62). That was the turning-point in the history of Peter. Christ had said to him: "Thou canst not follow me now" (John 13:36). Peter was not in a fit state to follow Christ, because he had not been brought to an end of himself; he did not know himself, and he therefore could not follow
Andrew Murray—Absolute Surrender

Carnal or Spiritual?
"And Peter went out and wept bitterly." -- Luke 22:62. These words indicate the turning point in the life of Peter, --a crisis. There is often a question about the life of holiness. Do you grow into it? Or do you come into it by a crisis suddenly? Peter has been growing for three years under the training of Christ, but he had grown terribly downward, for the end of his growing was, he denied Jesus. And then there came a crisis. After the crisis he was a changed man, and then he began to grow aright.
Andrew Murray—The Deeper Christian Life

Penitence
"And the Lord turned, and looked upon Peter . . . .and Peter went out, and wept bitterly."--LUKE xxii. 61, 62. EVERY man at some time in his life has fallen. Many have fallen many times; few, few times. And the more a man knows his life and watches its critical flow from day to day, the larger seems to grow the number of these falls, and the oftener reaches out to God his penitential prayer, "Turn yet again, O Lord!" We have all shuddered before this as we read the tale of Peter's guilt. Many a time
Henry Drummond—The Ideal Life

The Last Supper
189. On Thursday Jesus and his disciples returned to Jerusalem for the last time. Knowing the temper of the leaders, and the danger of arrest at any time, Jesus was particularly eager to eat the Passover with his disciples (Luke xxii. 15), and he sent two of them--Luke names them as Peter and John--to prepare for the supper. In a way which would give no information to such a one as Judas, he directed them carefully how to find the house where a friend would provide them the upper room that was needed
Rush Rhees—The Life of Jesus of Nazareth

The Sinner Seriously Urged and Entreated to Accept of Salvation in this Way.
1. Since many who have been impressed with these things suffer the impression to wear off.--2. Strongly as the ease speaks for itself, sinners are to be entreated to accept this salvation.--3. Accordingly the reader is entreated--by the majesty and mercy of God.--4. By the dying love of our Lord Jesus Christ.--5. By the regard due to our fellow-creatures.--6. By the worth of his own immortal soul.--7. The matter is solemnly left with the reader, as before God. The sinner yielding to these entreaties,
Philip Doddridge—The Rise and Progress of Religion in the Soul

Twenty-Sixth Lesson. I have Prayed for Thee;'
I have prayed for thee;' Or, Christ the Intercessor. But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not.'--Luke xxii. 32. I say not unto you, that I will pray the Father for you.'--John xvi. 26. He ever liveth to make intercession.'--Heb. vii. 25. ALL growth in the spiritual life is connected with the clearer insight into what Jesus is to us. The more I realize that Christ must be all to me and in me, that all in Christ is indeed for me, the more I learn to live the real life of faith, which,
Andrew Murray—With Christ in the School of Prayer

Otho, Bishop of Bamberg.
As a new Christian revival distinguished the close of the eleventh century, missionaries were then sent forth from the reinvigorated Church. We will sketch a portrait of one of these, to whom Pomerania owes its Christianity. It was Otho, bishop of Bamberg, who had already in his pastoral office distinguished himself by his fidelity and his self-sacrificing love. He gladly imposed abstinences on self, in order to be able to give more to the poor. All that was presented to him by princes and nobles
Augustus Neander—Light in the Dark Places

General Introduction
In this volume we have sought to present the view taken by Thomas Aquinas of the moral and spiritual world in which we live, and of the conditions of man's self-realization which are consequent upon it. The final end of man lies in God, through whom alone he is and lives, and by whose help alone he can attain his end. The teaching of Aquinas concerning the moral and spiritual order stands in sharp contrast to all views, ancient or modern, which cannot do justice to the difference between the divine
Aquinas—Nature and Grace

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