Alfred Edersheim
The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah • Appendix IX
Passover lamb typology connected to Messianic redemption in Talmudic sources
Lesson 5Passion
The Passover Lamb
This lesson explores how Exodus 12:46 connects to Jesus.
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Old Testament
Exodus 12:46
It must be eaten inside the house; take none of the meat outside the house. Do not break any of the bones.
New Testament
John 19:36
These things happened so that the scripture would be fulfilled: "Not one of his bones will be broken."
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Quick Check
Part 1 - Multiple Choice
Which Old Testament reference connects to this lesson?
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Why This Matters
The Passover lamb's bones were never to be broken—a detail that seemed minor until the crucifixion. When soldiers came to break the legs of those crucified, Jesus had already died, and not one of his bones was broken. John saw this as direct fulfillment: Jesus is the true Passover Lamb whose sacrifice delivers God's people from death.
Reflection
Lord, as I meditate on Your Passion, make me patient in trials and faithful in love.