The Last Supper & The Agony In Gethsemane
In a borrowed Upper Room, Jesus shared His final Passover meal with the Twelve. Here, He washed their feet, instituted the New Covenant in His blood, and gave them the new commandment to love one another. The shadow of betrayal hung heavy, culminating in Judas leaving to finalize his dark transaction.
Following the supper, the Master retreated to the olive press of Gethsemane. The weight of the world’s sin became a physical burden, causing Him to sweat drops of blood. As He submitted entirely to the Father's will, the silence of the garden was shattered by the torches and swords of the temple guard. With a kiss, the betrayal was complete.
"And He went a little beyond them, and fell on His face and prayed, saying, 'My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from Me; yet not as I will, but as You will.'"
— Matthew 26:39
— Matthew 26:39
Timeline Box:
Maundy Thursday covers the preparation of the Passover meal, the Last Supper, the High Priestly Prayer, and the arrest in Gethsemane.
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