Jesus Washing The Disciples Feet, Byzantine Icon

Description

Jesus Christ Washing His Disciples Feet Iconography The written source of the Icon of "Jesus Washes the Disciples' Feet" is in John 13:1-17. When Jesus washes the feet of His Apostles, he was reminding us by the symbolism of the baptism and teaching us an example of service and humility. In this icon Jesus is standing in front of his Apostles. The Christ is wearing red, sign of his crucifixion. Jerusalem and the temple are on the background they are linked with a red canvas that reflecting the symbolism of Jesus whom linked the old to the New Testament, The Apostles are in surprise, receiving the teaching with wondering and acceptance. This liturgical sermon also called Maundy. Now a day this liturgical celebration is celebrated in the majority of the Christian Churches and Rites. Usually the celebration of this icon is on the Thursday of the Holy Week.