Before they came with torch and sword
to charge our Lord with blasphemy,
Before He stood before the horde
as they demanded death's decree,
He took His followers aside
to bid them, "By My words abide --
through lives of love bring hate's defeat" --
then with such love, He washed their feet.
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Author Notes
Today is Maundy, or Holy, Thursday. Most scholars agree that Maundy is derived from Jesus' words to his Apostles at the last supper, as recorded in the Gospel of John 13:34. "Mandatum novum do vobis ut diligatis invicem sicut dilexi vos." A new commandment I give unto you, that ye love one another as I have loved you. He said this as he stooped to wash each of their feet, the ultimate act of love and humility.
Illustration note: The butterfly has long been a symbol of the resurrection.
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