“The marvelous example of his humility shone forth when, girt with a towel, the King of Glory diligently washed the feet of the fishermen and even of his betrayer.”
Jesus was less concerned about granting blessings and grace to those who “don’t deserve it” than we. We are always careful to make sure that cheaters don’t gain benefit and that the lazy get what they deserve. Jesus gave his grace to all, deserving or not. Honestly, it takes less energy that way.
The washing of feet represents two rituals: one, a ritual of regular purity, granted by Jesus. This is probably confession of sin.
Secondly, it is a ritual granted to each other, where the one serves the other. This is hospitality, the granting of charity and welcome from one disciple to another. This is how we show that we love each other.
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