What Is the Passover? - JW.ORG
The Passover is the Jewish celebration of God’s liberating the Israelites from Egyptian slavery in 1513 B.C.E. God commanded the Israelites to remember that important event each year on the 14th day of the Jewish month Abib, which was later called Nisan. — Exodus 12:42; Leviticus 23:5.
The Passover —‘This Is to Be a Memorial for You’ | Study - JW.ORG
Dec 15, 2013 · God told them: “This day must serve as a memorial for you, and you must celebrate it as a festival to Jehovah throughout your generations. As a statute to time indefinite you should celebrate it.”. The celebration on the 14th was to be followed by a seven-day festival. Nisan 14 was the day of the actual Passover, but the name Passover could ...
The Lord’s Supper—Why Do Jehovah’s Witnesses Observe It …
The Scriptures compare Jesus’ sacrifice to that of the Passover lamb. ( 1 Corinthians 5: 7, 8 ) The Passover was observed once each year. ( Exodus 12: 1-6; Leviticus 23:5 ) Likewise, the Memorial of Jesus’ death was observed once each year by the early Christians, c and Jehovah’s Witnesses follow that Bible-based pattern.
Jesus and His Family Travel to Jerusalem | Life of Jesus - JW.ORG
JESUS REFERS TO JEHOVAH AS “MY FATHER”. It is springtime. Thus, it is the time for Joseph’s family, along with friends and relatives, to make their yearly trip to Jerusalem. They go there to celebrate the Passover, as the Law directs. (Deuteronomy 16:16) From Nazareth down to Jerusalem is a trip of about 75 miles (120 km).
Jesus Teaches Humility at the Last Passover | Life of Jesus - JW.ORG
Teaching Humility at the Last Passover. MATTHEW 26:20 MARK 14:17 LUKE 22:14-18 JOHN 13:1-17. At Jesus’ direction, Peter and John have already arrived in Jerusalem to prepare for the Passover. Later Jesus and the ten other apostles head there. It is afternoon, and the sun is sinking in the western sky as Jesus and his party descend the Mount ...
Jesus’ Final Passover Approaches | Life of Jesus - JW.ORG
Jesus’ Final Passover Approaches. MATTHEW 26:1-5, 14-19 MARK 14:1, 2, 10-16 LUKE 22:1-13. JUDAS ISCARIOT IS PAID TO BETRAY JESUS. TWO APOSTLES PREPARE FOR THE PASSOVER. Jesus finishes teaching the four apostles on the Mount of Olives, answering their question about his future presence and the conclusion of the system of things.
Memorial of Jesus’ Death—April 12, 2025 - JW.ORG
Saturday, April 12, 2025. Once each year, Jehovah’s Witnesses commemorate the death of Jesus just as he commanded when he said: “Keep doing this in remembrance of me.”—. Luke 22:19.
The Lord’s Evening Meal —An Observance That Honors God
The Passover was a celebration held just once a year, on the 14th day of the Jewish month Nisan. To calculate that date, the Jews evidently waited for the spring equinox. This is the day when there are approximately 12 hours of daylight and 12 hours of darkness.
Matthew 26 | Online Bible | New World Translation
Online Bible. New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures (Study Edition) According to Matthew 26:1-75. 26 Now when Jesus had finished saying all these things, he said to his disciples: 2 “You know that two days from now the Passover takes place, + and the Son of man will be handed over to be executed on the stake.” + 3 Then the chief ...
Holidays and Celebrations | Bible Questions & Answers - JW.ORG
What Is the Passover? What does it commemorate? Why did Jesus celebrate it, while Christians today do not? Answers to some of the most common questions about popular holidays and celebrations. The clear explanations found in God’s Word may surprise you.