Matthew 26:29

"for this is my blood of the new covenant, which is poured out for many for the remission of sins."

Key Reflection

In first-century Judea, the concept of a blood covenant was deeply rooted in both Jewish tradition and Near Eastern culture. For Jesus to declare that his shed blood establishes a new covenant, drawing on the Old Testament precedent of the blood of sacrificial animals marking covenants (such as Exodus 24:8), would have resonated powerfully with his audience. By saying, "for this is my blood of the new covenant," Jesus invoked the imagery of the Passover lamb’s blood that saved Israel from death in Egypt, signaling a radical transformation and renewal of God's relationship with humanity through his sacrifice.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 29. But I say unto you, etc. That is, the observance of the passover, and of the rites shadowing forth future things, here end. I am about to die. The design of all these types and shadows is about to be accomplished. This is the last time that I shall partake of them with you. Hereafter, when my Father's kingdom is established in heaven, we will partake together of the thing represented by these types and ceremonial observances; the blessings and triumphs of redemption. Fruit of the vine. Wine, the fruit or produce of the vine, made of the grapes of the vine. Until that day. Probably the time when they should be received to heaven.

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