Holy Thursday – Tension in the Upper Room

Step into Holy Thursday as Jesus shares His final meal with His disciples and foretells betrayal. Explore the meaning of the Last Supper in this powerful reflection.

Holy Thursday – Tension in the Upper Room

Date: Thursday Evening, Jerusalem, 33 A.D.

On this sacred evening, something profound unfolded in a quiet upper room in Jerusalem. Jesus of Nazareth—a teacher known for His miracles, parables, and growing influence—gathered with His twelve closest disciples for what would become His final meal with them.

Eyewitness accounts describe the scene as deeply personal and somber. During the meal, Jesus broke bread and shared a cup of wine, offering words that would echo through centuries:

“This is my body, given for you… Do this in remembrance of me.” – Luke 22:19

He then revealed that one among them would soon betray Him.

The room fell silent. Faces tensed. Whispers of confusion and grief rippled through the group. Outside, the city stirred with tension and growing speculation. Something bigger is unfolding—and tonight, the story of Easter begins in earnest.

Watch the Last Supper Unfold

Experience a dramatized portrayal of this pivotal moment in the Easter story from the Jesus Film Project:

Stay tuned as we continue reporting through the events of Easter weekend: from the cross to the empty tomb.