Jesus Christ as Lamb

Jesus Christ is referred to as the “Lamb of God”. This symbol points to Christ being a perfect sacrifice for sin. It also conveys his meekness and his willingness to submit to suffering and death.

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The imagery of the lamb An image of innocence and attraction Is 11:6 See also Le 23:12; 2 Sa 12:3 An image of submissiveness and vulnerability Je 11:19 See also Is 40:11; Lk 10:3; Jn 21:15 An image of quiet suffering Is 53:7 An image of sacrifice Ex 29:38 See also Ex 12:27; Le 3:7; Le 4:32; Le 14:13;…