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In recent years, many Latter-day Saints have participated
in Passover observances. This has been done in seminary and
institute classes and in family and neighborhood gatherings.
Some have even shared the Passover observance with Jewish
friends and neighbors.
While participating in Passover meals
and observances is not a part of designated Latter-day Saint
rituals, many participants see the activity as a way to re-enact
the observance as it was structured in Old Testament times,
and tie it to their modern-day Easter celebrations of the
atoning sacrifice and glorious resurrection of our Lord and
Savior, Jesus Christ. With this in mind, many have expressed
a desire for more information on how to combine the two events
effectively.
To meet this need, Celebrating Passover recounts the
history of the Passover feast, including its importance, origins,
symbolism, and developments through time. Then, it correlates
the Passover observance with Christ's life and LDS beliefs
and prophecies, explaining differences in the emphasis and
showing how to prepare a modern Latter-day Saint Passover
observance that truly is Christ-centered.
Celebrating Passover provides all the
information needed for modern LDS families to hold a instructional
and inspirational gospel-oriented Passover celebration that
respects the Old Testament Passover instructions but still
focuses on the mission and gospel-centered message of salvation
through Jesus Christ. This well-written, highly informative
book provides a complete script, recipes, music, and all the
instructions needed for a meaningful, joyous celebration. |
| Dedication
and Acknowledgments, 9
Glossary and Pronunciation Guide for Hebrew Terms, 10
Pronunciation Key, 10
Preface, by Dr. Victor L. Ludlow, 11
Introduction, by the Author, 15
Part One: UNDERSTANDING PASSOVER
1. Why Would a Latter-day Saint Celebrate Passover?, 21
A Christ-centered Easter, 24
Teach It to Your Children, 25
The Lord's Holy Day, 25
Throughout Gospel History, 26
2. What Is Passover?, 29
The First Passover in Egypt, 29
A Covenant For Ever, 34
Passover and Easter, 35
Passover Today, 36
The Modern Seder, 38
3. Evolution of the Passover: From Moses to the Present
Day, 41
The Time of Moses, 41
The Samaritans, 43
Reform under Josiah, 44
The Freedom Festival in Babylon, 46
Exiles Return Home, 48
Seder at the Time of Christ, 49
Destruction of the Temple, 53
Centuries after Christ, 54
Middle Ages, 55
Modern Era, 58
4. Symbols of Christ in Passover, 59
Truth Restored, 61
Symbols of the Seder Table, 62
5. Passover in the Life of Jesus, 69
Multiplying the Loaves, 71
Cleansing the Temple, 74
Anointed One, 74
Strife Among the Apostles, 75
The Last Seder, 76
Passover and the Sacrament, 80
Washing the Apostles' Feet, 83
Atonement: The Bitter Cup, 84
Crucifixion: The Blood of a Lamb, 86
Resurrection Morning: The Captives Shall
Go Free, 90
Development of Easter, 91
6. Passover and Latter-day Prophecy, 95
Passover in the Book of Mormon, 95
Elijah's Return and the Kirtland Temple, 98
Herald of the Second Coming, 100
Judah and Joseph Reunited, 104
Part Two: Celebrating a Latter-day
Saint Passover
7. Organizing Your Seder, 109
Follow the Leader, 109
Tailor the Script, 109
Plan the Service, 110
Prepare the Home, 111
Family Home Evening Ideas, 113
Passover Preparation Checklist, 115
8. Planning the Meal, 117
Matzah (Unleavened Bread), 117
Charoset (the Mortar), 118
Herb-rubbed Leg of Lamb, 118
Cucumber and Tomato Salad, 119
Vegetable Kugel, 120
Matzah Ball Soup, 121
Matzah Balls, 121
Gefilte Fish, 122
Potato Latkes, 122
Stuffed Zucchinis, 123
Acorn Squash with Apple Stuffing, 124
Passover Chocolate Nut Torte, 125
Apple Cake, 125
9. Preparing the Table and Passover Plate, 127
Preparing the Passover Plate, 128
The Five Food Symbols on the Passover
Plate, 128
Table Checklist, 131
10. A Latter-day Saint's Haggadah, 133
BEFORE THE MEAL
Introduction, 135
Lighting the Candles, 136
Historical Introduction, 136
First Cup of Grape Juice, 137
Eating Karpas: Parsley or Green Vegetable,
138
Hiding the Afikoman, 138
Telling of the Story, 139
It Would Have Been Enough, 141
Second Cup of Grape Juice, 142
Questions of a Child, 143
THE MEAL IS SERVED AND EATEN
THE SERVICE AFTER THE
MEAL
The Afikoman, 146
Praise the Lord, 148
Third Cup of Grape Juice, 148
Elijah's Cup, 150
Fourth Cup of Grape Juice, 151
The Easter Story, 152
Conclusion, 153
11. Passover Resources, 155
Seder Songs, 155
Suggestions for Using Passover in Gospel
Teaching, 159
Sources Consulted, 163
Books, 163
Web Sites, 165
Magazine Articles, 165
Index, 167
About the Author, 169 |
