Passover vs. Communion — What's the Difference?

A Jewish holiday commemorating the exodus from Egypt.

A Christian rite recognizing Jesus' Last Supper with his disciples.

A ritual meal during Passover that includes reading the Haggadah.

Another term for Communion, especially in Catholicism.

Unleavened bread eaten during Passover to symbolize haste in the exodus.

The practice of dipping the bread into the wine during Communion.

A text recited at the Seder detailing the exodus story.

The doctrinal belief that bread and wine become the actual body and blood of Christ.

A piece of matzah set aside during the Seder to be eaten as dessert.

The table in a church where Communion is prepared and administered.

Alternative case form of Passover

The act or an instance of sharing, as of thoughts or feelings.

A feast of the Jews, instituted to commemorate the sparing of the Hebrews in Egypt, when God, smiting the firstborn of the Egyptians, passed over the houses of the Israelites which were marked with the blood of a lamb.

Religious or spiritual fellowship.

Passover, also called Pesach (; Hebrew: פֶּסַח‎ Pesaḥ), is a major Jewish holiday that occurs on the 15th day of the Hebrew month of Nisan, the first month of Aviv, or spring. The word Pesach or Passover can also refer to the Korban Pesach, the paschal lamb that was offered when the Temple in Jerusalem stood, to the Passover Seder, the ritual meal on Passover night, or to the Feast of Unleavened Bread.

A body of Christians with a common religious faith who practice the same rites; a denomination.

A holiday beginning on the 14th of Nisan and traditionally continuing for eight days, commemorating the exodus of the Hebrews from Egypt. Also called Pesach.

The sacrament of the Eucharist received by a congregation.

(Judaism) a Jewish festival (traditionally 8 days) celebrating the exodus of the Israelites from Egypt

The consecrated elements of the Eucharist.

The part of the Mass or a liturgy in which the Eucharist is received.

A joining together of minds or spirits; a mental connection.

(Christianity) Holy Communion.

(Roman Catholicism) A form of ecclesiastical unity between the Roman Church and another, so that the latter is considered part of the former.

The act of sharing; community; participation.

Intercourse between two or more persons; esp., intimate association and intercourse implying sympathy and confidence; interchange of thoughts, purposes, etc.; agreement; fellowship; as, the communion of saints.

A body of Christians having one common faith and discipline; as, the Presbyterian communion.

The sacrament of the eucharist; the celebration of the Lord's supper; the act of partaking of the sacrament; as, to go to communion; to partake of the communion; called also Holy Communion.

The act of participating in the celebration of the Eucharist;

Sharing thoughts and feelings

(Christianity) a group of Christians with a common religious faith who practice the same rites

Depends on the denomination; could be weekly, monthly, or during special services.

While traditionally Jewish, many Seders welcome non-Jewish guests to learn and participate.

It symbolizes the haste in which the Israelites left Egypt, without time for bread to rise.

To celebrate the Jewish people's liberation from Egyptian bondage and their identity as a nation under God.

Most denominations use wine, but some use grape juice as an alternative.

Many Christians practice confession and repentance before taking Communion.

It starts on the 15th of Nissan in the Hebrew calendar.

Foods are symbolic, such as bitter herbs for the bitterness of slavery.

Gluten-free options are increasingly available.

Typically, baptized Christians, though specific requirements can vary by denomination.

"Do this in remembrance of me," words of Jesus from the Bible.

Yes, children ask questions and search for the Afikoman, engaging them in the ritual.

Dress varies by congregation but generally includes respectful attire.

It's a time of reflection on freedom and gratitude for divine intervention.

It extends to eight days outside of Israel in many Jewish traditions.