Lija parish is once again organising a replica of the Last Supper table, according to Jewish custom, at the old parish church of Our Saviour. This is the 48th time that this replica is being presented; it is the first one of its kind and has not lost its original characteristics.
The opening and blessing ceremony, which will be held today at 7.30pm, will take the form of a prayer vigil, with hymn singing, reading of excerpts from the Bible and sharing of spiritual thoughts. At the end, wine and bread will be served to those present in memory of the real event which took place thousands of years ago.
The commentary will alternate between English and Maltese. Entrance, which is free, will be about every 15 minutes. Visitors are asked to remain inside until the end of the commentary so as not to disturb other visitors. The Last Supper table can also be visited tomorrow, Maundy Thursday between 8.30pm and 10.30pm and on Good Friday from 9am to 12.30pm.