Topical Encyclopedia The concept of the Paschal Lamb as a type of Christ is deeply rooted in the narrative of the Old Testament and finds its ultimate fulfillment in the New Testament. The Paschal Lamb, or Passover Lamb, is a central figure in the Jewish Passover celebration, commemorating the Israelites' deliverance from slavery in Egypt. This typology is a profound illustration of Christ's sacrificial role in the redemption of humanity.Old Testament Background The origin of the Paschal Lamb is found in the book of Exodus. As God prepared to deliver the Israelites from Egyptian bondage, He instituted the Passover. Each household was instructed to select a lamb without blemish, a male of the first year, and to sacrifice it at twilight. The blood of the lamb was to be applied to the doorposts and lintels of their homes as a sign for the Lord to "pass over" and spare the firstborn of Israel during the final plague (Exodus 12:3-13). The lamb was to be roasted and eaten with unleavened bread and bitter herbs, and none of it was to remain until morning (Exodus 12:8-10). The Paschal Lamb served as a substitutionary sacrifice, its blood providing protection and deliverance from death. This event was to be commemorated annually as a lasting ordinance (Exodus 12:14). Typology of Christ The New Testament writers, particularly the Apostle Paul, explicitly identify Christ as the fulfillment of the Paschal Lamb typology. In 1 Corinthians 5:7 , Paul states, "For Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed." This identification underscores the belief that Jesus' sacrificial death on the cross fulfills the symbolism of the Passover Lamb, providing deliverance from sin and death. The Gospel of John further emphasizes this typology. John the Baptist, upon seeing Jesus, declares, "Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!" (John 1:29). This proclamation aligns Jesus with the sacrificial lamb, whose purpose is to atone for sin. Characteristics and Fulfillment Several characteristics of the Paschal Lamb find their fulfillment in Christ: 1. Without Blemish: The lamb was to be without defect, symbolizing purity and perfection (Exodus 12:5). Similarly, Christ is described as sinless and perfect, the "spotless lamb" (1 Peter 1:19). 2. Sacrificial Death: The lamb's death was necessary for the deliverance of the Israelites. Christ's death on the cross is the ultimate sacrifice for the sins of humanity, providing eternal redemption (Hebrews 9:12). 3. Blood as Protection: The blood of the lamb marked the Israelites' homes, sparing them from judgment. Christ's blood, shed on the cross, offers protection and salvation to all who believe (Romans 5:9). 4. Commemoration: The Passover was to be remembered annually. The Lord's Supper, instituted by Christ, serves as a continual remembrance of His sacrificial death (Luke 22:19-20). Conclusion The typology of the Paschal Lamb as a representation of Christ is a profound theological theme that bridges the Old and New Testaments. It highlights the continuity of God's redemptive plan and the fulfillment of prophecy through Jesus Christ, the ultimate sacrificial Lamb. Torrey's Topical Textbook Exodus 12:3-6,46Speak you to all the congregation of Israel, saying, In the tenth day of this month they shall take to them every man a lamb, according to the house of their fathers, a lamb for an house: Torrey's Topical Textbook John 19:36 1 Corinthians 5:7 Library Scriptural Types. Christ Our Passover Faustus is Willing to Admit that Christ May have Said that He came ... Typology Christ Crucified and Buried. Interpretation of Holy Scripture. --Inspired Interpretation. --The ... Book ii. --Of the Harmony of the Old and New Laws. The First Disciples. 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