The Foot Washing

Peter was offended that His Lord Whom he adored Abased Himself to wash their feet. And he to Christ implored: Never shalt Thou wash my feet– That is a servant’s task! Thou art our Lord and Master. Omit me, Lord, I ask. Christ’s answer silenced Peter: If I don’t wash your feet You cannot be forgiven; I’m doing what is meet. Impulsive Peter then said: In that case, Jesus. Purge My hands, my head, my body. Oh, make me clean, I urge! Again our Lord corrected His loving, eager...