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1324. Why is the Eucharist called Eucharist? (CCC 1328)
The Eucharist is called Eucharist because it is an action of thanksgiving to God.
The Greek word “eucharistein” means “to give thanks”.
The Greek word “eucharistein” means “to give thanks”.
2699. What shows the importance of the prayer of thanksgiving? (CCC 2637)
The fact that the Eucharist is a prayer of thanksgiving shows the importance of the prayer of thanksgiving.
Eucharist comes from Greek eucharistein which means “to give thanks”.
Eucharist comes from Greek eucharistein which means “to give thanks”.