Anil Deo Poet Didactic

Maundy Money and Foot Washing

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The Last Supper and Intimacy with Jesus
His humility in foot-washing, even of Judas
The Pope still does that for ordinary 12
Like communion for other few Protestants
But largely ignored for Friday and Sunday
What and why, Thursday as "Maundy"?

II
Maundy as in Commandment, from the LORD
As he set the example, before His arrest
Betrayed by Judas and my sins (John 3:16)
What precisely? To wash feet in humility?
Or to Love as he loved? Maybe both today?
But the Monarchs of England had warm traditions
To give Maundy money, often special coins minted
To as many citizens as there are years in age
Of the "ruling monarch" of Britain (till 1689)
Even foot washing by the King or Queen
It is fun and sad and wonderful: Maundy Thursday
Thank you LORD, shalom shalom, Peace to YOU

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Joseph P. DiMino April 15, 2022 at 2:43 AM He came to serve humanity, to redeem; His ultimate sacrifice, that of himself on the cross -- His purpose was not rule Himself, alone as monarch, but to raise us up to rule with Him. In Christ's name I seek to serve in all matters~may I have strength and courage. Wonderful lesson in History, Anil. Great reminder...thank you. Blessings to all!

Valsa George April 14, 2022 at 6:26 AM Maundy Thursday appeals to all of us for the very act of Jesus lowering Himself to wash the feet of His Disciples .... the biggest act of humility! A timely write Anil brother.... ! Happy Easter to you and yours