remembrance
Anamnesis is a remembering expressed in repeated actions done in relation to Jesus, and in a reminder of sins.
The attested use chiefly marks repeated actions performed in relation to Jesus; in a separate occurrence it identifies the reminder of sins present in sacrifices.
Senses in use
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Remembrance in repeated observance · dominant
In 1 Corinthians 11:24 and 1 Corinthians 11:25, the accusative singular form occurs with the instruction to do this in relation to Jesus, following the breaking of bread and the drinking of the cup. Luke 22:19 likewise places it with the command after bread is given; the APB renders these clauses “do this in remembrance of me.”
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A reminder of sins · rare
In Hebrews 10:3, the nominative singular form occurs in the statement about sacrifices and sins; the APB renders the clause “there is a reminder of sins year after year.”
In the Anselm Project Bible: The APB renders the three meal-setting clauses “in remembrance of me” and renders Hebrews 10:3 “a reminder of sins.” These renderings confirm the clauses' presentation rather than establish separate English equivalents.