Episode 10: The Passover Seder: Bitter Herbs, Matzah, and the Passover Lamb

PassoverSpring Feasts
Written By Jon Horton

Summary

In this episode, Jon and James continue their conversation on the feast of Passover. They discuss the significance of the bitter herbs, such as parsley and horseradish, which represent the bitterness of the Israelites' slavery in Egypt. They also explore the meaning of matzah, the unleavened bread, and its connection to sin and redemption. The hidden afikomen, a piece of matzah, symbolizes the hidden nature of the Messiah. The lamb shank on the Seder plate represents the sacrificial lamb and the blood that protected the Israelites from the plague of the firstborn. Throughout the discussion, Jon and James emphasize the joy and celebration that should accompany the Passover Seder.

Chapters

00:00 — Introduction to the Feast of Passover

00:29 — Significance of the Bitter Herbs

02:48 — Significance of Matzah

08:01 — The Hidden Afikomen

23:02 — The Lamb Shank and Redemption

27:51 — The Joy of the Seder Meal

Takeaways

  • The bitter herbs in the Passover Seder represent the bitterness of slavery and the tears shed during difficult times in life.

  • Matzah, the unleavened bread, symbolizes the haste of the Israelites' departure from Egypt and the removal of sin from our lives.

  • The hidden afikomen represents the hidden nature of the Messiah and the joy of seeking and finding Him.

  • The lamb shank on the Seder plate symbolizes the sacrificial lamb and the blood that brings redemption and protection.

Jon Horton

Whether he’s working in ministry at a church or helping nonprofits with technology, Jon has a lifelong desire to pastor others, help them follow the way of Jesus, and equip them as they discover their purpose.

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