The answer is: Fish

Luke 24:36-43

In Luke 24:36-43, the resurrected Jesus not only demonstrates His living presence but also partakes of a simple meal of fish, which is rich in meaning. This event flows with memory; during His time with them, He often shared meals, symbolizing communion and connection. Isn't it fascinating how significant food is in many biblical narratives?

Fish appears notably throughout the Gospels, symbolizing abundance and life. For instance, Jesus performed miraculous feedings involving fish, like the miraculous catch in Luke 5, and also during the feeding of the 5,000, and later, after His resurrection, He reaffirms His identity and humanity by eating fish, emphasizing that He is not merely a ghost but flesh and blood with whom people can interact.

This moment also speaks of authority and familiarity. Jesus' action parallels a traditional practice of hospitality in the Jewish culture—a strong symbol of friendship and peace. It’s reminiscent of shared meals from the Old Testament, such as Abraham’s hospitality to the angels and the Passover celebration, where meals signify divine deliverance.

Interestingly, this moment stands as a gentle nudge to all of us to cultivate fellowship over shared meals. It encourages communities to gather, talk, and reflect, intricately weaving their stories into a larger narrative, much like how Jesus reminded His followers of their shared journey. So next time you share a meal, remember the simple yet profound thread carrying through humanity’s relationship with the divine!