Product Code: 044DV
This DVD last 35 minutes and is part one of a six part study
of the Feasts of the Passover. I ordered this DVD while studying the Jewish feasts
in the book of Deuteronomy.
Dr. Sam Nadler grew up in a Jewish home but did not
understand the meaning of the Feast of the Passover for Christians and the
fulfillment of the paschal lamb in Jesus Christ. After he came to believe in
Jesus as the Messiah, he uses his knowledge of the feasts to share with non-Jews
the history and symbolism of the Passover. Dr. Nadler is the president of Word
of Messiah Ministries.
In the DVD large poster photos behind
the speaker helps us understand some traditions in the Jewish life. The
Passover is also called the Feasts of Unleavened Bread. Preparation must take
place in the Jewish homes before the Seder meal by removing all products of
yeast from the home. There are two reasons for the use of unleavened bread or
Matza. The historical reason is the hasty retreat from Egypt when the
Israelites had no time for the bread to rise. In addition there are references
in the Old Testament that leaven is equated with sin. Jesus also told his
disciples to beware the leaven of the false teachers. A clean home and a clean
heart are needed for Passover.
Dr. Nadler walks us through a typical
Seder meal and explains each part of the ceremony. We see the table set up for
the Passover meal with four cups of wine, the special Seder plate and the
candles on the table. Each cup has a special meaning and a specific order in
the meal. The head of the house uses a book called Haggadah to lead the family
through the Seder.
The Matzah Tash or bread bag is the
most interesting to me. The Matzah Tash has three layers for three pieces of matzah.
Dr. Nadler tells how the Triune God of Israel is represented in this
demonstration. The middle piece that was broken, wrapped, and hidden represents
Christ.
The head of household has the privilege
of telling the Passover Story using various parts the book of Exodus. Dr. Nadler clearly and briefly explains the
plight of the Children of Israel in Egypt. The ten plagues God used to deliver
them out of the hands of the pharaoh.
Though I have attended at least three demonstration of the
Passover, Dr. Nadler gave many new facts and a more complete understanding of
the fulfillment through Jesus. The explanation of Christ’s movements the last
week before his crucifixion gave a clearer picture of his purpose as the
Passover Lamb.
This would be an excellent video for a small group. The video
can be paused and allow for more discussion. Online access to one PDF leader
guide and one PDF participant guide can be printed for the participants.
Rose Publishing has provided me with this advanced reader copy.
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