Luke 22:19
And he took bread, and gave thanks, and brake it, and gave unto them, saying, This is my body which is given for you: this do in remembrance of me.
Luke 22:20
Likewise also the cup after supper, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood, which is shed for you.
1 Corinthians 11:23
For I have received of the Lord that which also I delivered unto you, That the Lord Jesus the same night in which he was betrayed took bread:
1 Corinthians 11:24
And when he had given thanks, he brake it, and said, Take, eat: this is my body, which is broken for you: this do in remembrance of me.
1 Corinthians 11:25
After the same manner also he took the cup, when he had supped, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood: this do ye, as oft as ye drink it, in remembrance of me.
1 Corinthians 11:26
For as often as ye eat this bread, and drink this cup, ye do shew the Lord’s death till he come.
Acts 2:42
And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.
Understanding this theme in its biblical setting
Instituted by Jesus during the Passover meal on the night before his crucifixion, the Lord's Supper (also called Communion or the Eucharist) gathers believers around bread and cup in grateful remembrance of Christ's self-giving love and in hope of his return. Rather than treating individual verses as isolated slogans, Scripture invites us to listen to how the Law, the Psalms, the Prophets, the Gospels, and the apostolic letters speak to one another across centuries of lived faith.
Key passages and their context
Luke 22:19–20 — Context and meaning
Recorded in the four Gospels, this teaching comes directly from the ministry of Jesus—inviting disciples not merely to admire his words, but to practice them in relationship with God and neighbor. You can read the surrounding chapter in Luke 22 to hear how these verses unfold in their full literary flow.
1 Corinthians 11:23–26 — Context and meaning
Written as pastoral correspondence to an early church community, this apostolic letter addresses real questions of faith, endurance, and love in everyday life. You can read the surrounding chapter in 1 Corinthians 11 to hear how these verses unfold in their full literary flow.
Acts 2:42 — Context and meaning
From the book of Acts, this passage shows how the earliest Christian communities lived out Jesus' teaching through shared prayer, witness, and the work of the Holy Spirit. You can read the surrounding chapter in Acts 2 to hear how these verses unfold in their full literary flow.
How to reflect on these passages in daily life
- Read slowly in context: Open the chapter surrounding at least one reference above so you hear the speaker's full argument or prayer before focusing on a single sentence.
- Notice what the text reveals about God: Before asking what you must do, observe how the passage describes God's patience, wisdom, mercy, or faithfulness.
- Carry one question into your day: Keep a single phrase or verse close—whether in a notebook, on your Lock Screen widget, or in evening prayer—and return to it when your attention is scattered.
Continue exploring on Versea
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Questions people ask
01Why should I read the full chapter around these verses on communion?
Every biblical verse was written within a specific letter, psalm, historical narrative, or Gospel conversation. Reading the surrounding chapter shows who is speaking, to whom, and what situation prompted the words, preventing isolated phrases from being misunderstood.
02Which translation does Versea quote on this page?
In English, Versea quotes the public-domain King James Version (KJV) directly from verified chapter sources so that no verse text is ever altered or generated by AI. You can also compare the full book context in the Bible library.
03How can I carry this passage into daily prayer and reflection?
Choose one verse from the list above, read it slowly in the morning and evening, and ask one honest question: what does this text show about God's character, and what small step of trust or kindness does it invite today?