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(τὸ ποτηÌÏιον τῆς εὐλογιÌας, toÌ poteÌ„Ìrion teÌ„Ìs eulogıÌas, “the consecrated cup,†): A technical term from the Jewish liturgy transferred to the Lord's Supper, and signifying the cup of wine upon which a blessing was pronounced. The suggestion that it carries with it a higher significance, as a cup that brings blessing, is not without force. The succeeding words, “we bless,†are equivalent to “for which we give thanks.†It was consecrated by thanksgiving and prayer. See also CUP.