The uniformity of expression across the first four authors
affirms the literalness. Belief in the real presence demands
faith--the basis of new life as called for by Christ throughout
scripture. But faith in signs conferring what they signify is the
basis also for the Incarnation--appearances belying true
meaning. The true significance of the real presence is sealed
in John's gospel. Five times in different expressions, Jesus
confirmed the reality of what he means.
affirms the literalness. Belief in the real presence demands
faith--the basis of new life as called for by Christ throughout
scripture. But faith in signs conferring what they signify is the
basis also for the Incarnation--appearances belying true
meaning. The true significance of the real presence is sealed
in John's gospel. Five times in different expressions, Jesus
confirmed the reality of what he means.
Hence Catholic Christian belief in the real presence
of Jesus
Christ in the Eucharist rests upon the literal
meaning of the
words of the Last Supper as recorded by the
Evangelists and Paul.
