Bible Verses About "What Is the Passover in the Bible"
The Passover commemorates God sparing the Israelite firstborn in Egypt when the blood of a lamb was applied to their doorposts—a powerful foreshadowing of Christ's sacrifice.
The Passover commemorates God sparing the Israelite firstborn in Egypt when the blood of a lamb was applied to their doorposts—a powerful foreshadowing of Christ's sacrifice.
"When I see the blood, I will pass over you, and the plague shall not be upon you to destroy you." — Exodus 12:13 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Is the Passover in the Bible?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"When I see the blood, I will pass over you, and the plague shall not be upon you to destroy you."
"For even Christ our passover is sacrificed for us."
"And this day shall be unto you for a memorial; and ye shall keep it a feast to the LORD throughout your generations."
Related Questions & Their Verses
What Were the Ten Plagues of Egypt?
Exodus 7:17 · Exodus 12:12 · Exodus 9:16
What Is the Story of the Exodus?
Exodus 14:13 · Exodus 12:13 · Exodus 15:2
What Happened at the Last Supper?
Luke 22:19 · Luke 22:20 · John 13:34
Did Jesus Really Rise from the Dead?
1 Corinthians 15:3-4 · Matthew 28:5-6 · 1 Corinthians 15:14
Is Jesus God?
John 1:1 · John 10:30 · Colossians 2:9
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