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Then he began to wash the disciples’ feet, drying them with the towel he had around him. <a href="/esv/john/13.htm">English Standard Version</a> Then he poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples’ feet and to wipe them with the towel that was wrapped around him. <a href="/bsb/john/13.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> After that, He poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples’ feet and dry them with the towel that was around Him. <a href="/blb/john/13.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> After that, He pours water into the basin, and He began to wash the feet of the disciples and to wipe them with the towel with which He was girded. <a href="/kjv/john/13.htm">King James Bible</a> After that he poureth water into a bason, and began to wash the disciples' feet, and to wipe them with the towel wherewith he was girded. <a href="/nkjv/john/13.htm">New King James Version</a> After that, He poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples’ feet, and to wipe them with the towel with which He was girded. <a href="/nasb_/john/13.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Then He poured water into the basin, and began washing the disciples’ feet and wiping them with the towel which He had tied around Himself. <a href="/nasb/john/13.htm">NASB 1995</a> Then He poured water into the basin, and began to wash the disciples&#8217 feet and to wipe them with the towel with which He was girded. <a href="/nasb77/john/13.htm">NASB 1977 </a> Then He poured water into the basin, and began to wash the disciples’ feet, and to wipe them with the towel with which He was girded. <a href="/lsb/john/13.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Then He poured water into the washbasin, and began to wash the disciples’ feet and to wipe them with the towel which He had tied around Himself. <a href="/amp/john/13.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Then He poured water into the basin and began washing the disciples’ feet and wiping them with the towel which was tied around His waist. <a href="/csb/john/13.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Next, he poured water into a basin and began to wash his disciples’ feet and to dry them with the towel tied around him. <a href="/hcsb/john/13.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Next, He poured water into a basin and began to wash His disciples&#8217 feet and to dry them with the towel tied around Him. <a href="/asv/john/13.htm">American Standard Version</a> Then he poureth water into the basin, and began to wash the disciples' feet, and to wipe them with the towel wherewith he was girded. <a href="/cev/john/13.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> He put some water into a large bowl. Then he began washing his disciples' feet and drying them with the towel he was wearing. <a href="/erv/john/13.htm">English Revised Version</a> Then he poureth water into the bason, and began to wash the disciples' feet, and to wipe them with the towel wherewith he was girded. <a href="/gwt/john/13.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Then he poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples' feet and dry them with the towel that he had tied around his waist. <a href="/gnt/john/13.htm">Good News Translation</a> Then he poured some water into a washbasin and began to wash the disciples' feet and dry them with the towel around his waist. <a href="/isv/john/13.htm">International Standard Version</a> Then he poured some water into a basin and began to wash the disciples' feet and to dry them with the towel that was tied around his waist. <a href="/net/john/13.htm">NET Bible</a> He poured water into the washbasin and began to wash the disciples' feet and to dry them with the towel he had wrapped around himself. <a href="/nheb/john/13.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Then he poured water into the basin, and began to wash the disciples' feet, and to wipe them with the towel that was wrapped around him. <a href="/wbt/john/13.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> After that, he poured water into a basin, and began to wash the disciples feet, and to wipe them with the towel with which he was girded. <a href="/wey/john/13.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Then He poured water into a basin, and proceeded to wash the feet of the disciples and to wipe them with the towel which He had put round Him.<div class="vheading2">Majority Text Translations</div><a href="/msb/john/13.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> After that, He poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples’ feet and dry them with the towel that was around Him. <a href="/web/john/13.htm">World English Bible</a> Then he poured water into the basin, and began to wash the disciples’ feet and to wipe them with the towel that was wrapped around him. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/john/13.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> afterward He puts water into the basin, and began to wash the feet of His disciples, and to wipe with the towel with which He was being girded. <a href="/blb/john/13.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> After that, He pours water into the basin, and He began to wash the feet of the disciples and to wipe them with the towel with which He was girded. <a href="/ylt/john/13.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> afterward he putteth water into the basin, and began to wash the feet of his disciples, and to wipe with the towel with which he was being girded. <a href="/slt/john/13.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Then casts he water into a washing vessel, and began to wash the feet of the disciples, and to wipe with the linen cloth with which he was girded.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/john/13.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> After that, he putteth water into a basin, and began to wash the feet of the disciples, and to wipe them with the towel wherewith he was girded. <a href="/cpdv/john/13.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Next he put water into a shallow bowl, and he began to wash the feet of the disciples and to wipe them with the towel with which he was wrapped. <a href="/nabre/john/13.htm">New American Bible</a> Then he poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples’ feet and dry them with the towel around his waist. <a href="/nrsvce/john/13.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Then he poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples’ feet and to wipe them with the towel that was tied around him.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/john/13.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Then he poured water into a basin, and began to wash the feet of his disciples, and to wipe them with the apron which was tied around his loins. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/john/13.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> He took water in a wash basin and began to wash the feet of his disciples and he wiped them with a towel which he had tied around his waist.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/john/13.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> Then he poured water into a basin, and began to wash his disciples feet, and to wipe them with the towel with which he was girded.<CM> <a href="/godbey/john/13.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> then He pours water into a bowl, and began to wash the feet of the disciples, and to wipe them with the towel with which He was girded. <a href="/haweis/john/13.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Then he poureth water into a bason, and began to wash the disciples? feet, and to wipe them with the towel with which he was begirt. <a href="/mace/john/13.htm">Mace New Testament</a> after that, he poured water into a bason, and began to wash the disciples feet, and to wipe them with the towel wherewith he was girded. <a href="/wey/john/13.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Then He poured water into a basin, and proceeded to wash the feet of the disciples and to wipe them with the towel which He had put round Him. <a href="/worrell/john/13.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> Then He poureth water into the basin, and began to wash the disciples' feet, and to wipe them with the towel with which He was girded. <a href="/worsley/john/13.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> and then pouring water into a bason, began to wash the feet of his disciples, and to wipe them with the towel wherewith He was girded. <a href="/parallel/john/13-5.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ixy2bchmXZ0?start=4817" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/john/13.htm">Jesus Washes His Disciples' Feet</a> …4So He got up from the supper, laid aside His outer garments, and wrapped a towel around His waist. 5<a href="/greek/1534.htm" title="1534: eita (Adv) -- A particle of succession, then, moreover.">After that,</a> <a href="/greek/906.htm" title="906: ballei (V-PIA-3S) -- (a) I cast, throw, rush, (b) often, in the weaker sense: I place, put, drop. A primary verb; to throw.">He poured</a> <a href="/greek/5204.htm" title="5204: hydōr (N-ANS) -- Water. And genitive case, hudatos, etc. From the base of huetos; water literally or figuratively.">water</a> <a href="/greek/1519.htm" title="1519: eis (Prep) -- A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.">into</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3537.htm" title="3537: niptēra (N-AMS) -- A basin for washing hands or feet. From nipto; a ewer.">a basin</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/756.htm" title="756: ērxato (V-AIM-3S) -- To begin. Middle voice of archo; to commence.">began</a> <a href="/greek/3538.htm" title="3538: niptein (V-PNA) -- To wash; mid. I wash my own (hands, etc.). To cleanse; ceremonially, to perform ablution.">to wash</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tous (Art-AMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tōn (Art-GMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3101.htm" title="3101: mathētōn (N-GMP) -- A learner, disciple, pupil. From manthano; a learner, i.e. Pupil.">disciples’</a> <a href="/greek/4228.htm" title="4228: podas (N-AMP) -- The foot. A primary word; a foot.">feet</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/1591.htm" title="1591: ekmassein (V-PNA) -- To wipe, wipe (off) thoroughly. From ek and the base of massaomai; to knead out, i.e. to wipe dry.">dry them</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tō (Art-DNS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">with the</a> <a href="/greek/3012.htm" title="3012: lentiō (N-DNS) -- A towel, apron, coarse cloth. Of Latin origin; a linen cloth, i.e. Apron.">towel</a> <a href="/greek/3739.htm" title="3739: hō (RelPro-DNS) -- Who, which, what, that. ">that</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: ēn (V-IIA-3S) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">was</a> <a href="/greek/1241.htm" title="1241: diezōsmenos (V-RPM/P-NMS) -- To gird, tie around; mid: I gird round myself. From dia and zonnumi; to gird tightly.">around Him.</a> 6He came to Simon Peter, who asked Him, “Lord, are You going to wash my feet?”…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/philippians/2-7.htm">Philippians 2:7</a> but emptied Himself, taking the form of a servant, being made in human likeness. <a href="/matthew/20-28.htm">Matthew 20:28</a> just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.” <a href="/luke/22-27.htm">Luke 22:27</a> For who is greater, the one who reclines at the table or the one who serves? Is it not the one who reclines? But I am among you as one who serves. <a href="/mark/10-45.htm">Mark 10:45</a> For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.” <a href="/1_peter/5-5.htm">1 Peter 5:5</a> Young men, in the same way, submit yourselves to your elders. And all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” <a href="/1_john/3-16.htm">1 John 3:16</a> By this we know what love is: Jesus laid down His life for us, and we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers. <a href="/romans/12-10.htm">Romans 12:10</a> Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another. <a href="/ephesians/5-21.htm">Ephesians 5:21</a> Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. <a href="/galatians/5-13.htm">Galatians 5:13</a> For you, brothers, were called to freedom; but do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh. Rather, serve one another in love. <a href="/1_corinthians/9-19.htm">1 Corinthians 9:19</a> Though I am free of obligation to anyone, I make myself a slave to everyone, to win as many as possible. <a href="/matthew/23-11.htm">Matthew 23:11</a> The greatest among you shall be your servant. <a href="/james/4-10.htm">James 4:10</a> Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt you. <a href="/colossians/3-12.htm">Colossians 3:12</a> Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with hearts of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. <a href="/isaiah/53-12.htm">Isaiah 53:12</a> Therefore I will allot Him a portion with the great, and He will divide the spoils with the strong, because He has poured out His life unto death, and He was numbered with the transgressors. Yet He bore the sin of many and made intercession for the transgressors. <a href="/isaiah/42-1.htm">Isaiah 42:1</a> “Here is My Servant, whom I uphold, My Chosen One, in whom My soul delights. I will put My Spirit on Him, and He will bring justice to the nations.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>After that he pours water into a basin, and began to wash the disciples' feet, and to wipe them with the towel with which he was girded.poureth.<a href="/john/19-34.htm">John 19:34</a> But one of the soldiers with a spear pierced his side, and forthwith came there out blood and water.<a href="/2_kings/3-11.htm">2 Kings 3:11</a> But Jehoshaphat said, Is there not here a prophet of the LORD, that we may inquire of the LORD by him? And one of the king of Israel's servants answered and said, Here is Elisha the son of Shaphat, which poured water on the hands of Elijah.<a href="/ezekiel/36-25.htm">Ezekiel 36:25</a> Then will I sprinkle clean water upon you, and ye shall be clean: from all your filthiness, and from all your idols, will I cleanse you.to wash.<a href="/john/13-8.htm">John 13:8</a> Peter saith unto him, Thou shalt never wash my feet. Jesus answered him, If I wash thee not, thou hast no part with me.<a href="/exodus/29-4.htm">Exodus 29:4</a> And Aaron and his sons thou shalt bring unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation, and shalt wash them with water.<a href="/leviticus/14-8.htm">Leviticus 14:8</a> And he that is to be cleansed shall wash his clothes, and shave off all his hair, and wash himself in water, that he may be clean: and after that he shall come into the camp, and shall tarry abroad out of his tent seven days.feet.<a href="/john/13-10.htm">John 13:10,12-14</a> Jesus saith to him, He that is washed needeth not save to wash his feet, but is clean every whit: and ye are clean, but not all… <a href="/genesis/18-4.htm">Genesis 18:4</a> Let a little water, I pray you, be fetched, and wash your feet, and rest yourselves under the tree:<a href="/genesis/19-2.htm">Genesis 19:2</a> And he said, Behold now, my lords, turn in, I pray you, into your servant's house, and tarry all night, and wash your feet, and ye shall rise up early, and go on your ways. And they said, Nay; but we will abide in the street all night.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/john/5-14.htm">Afterward</a> <a href="/zechariah/9-15.htm">Basin</a> <a href="/exodus/12-22.htm">Bason</a> <a href="/john/13-4.htm">Cloth</a> <a href="/john/12-16.htm">Disciples</a> <a href="/nahum/1-4.htm">Drying</a> <a href="/john/12-3.htm">Feet</a> <a href="/john/13-4.htm">Girded</a> <a href="/luke/24-12.htm">Linen</a> <a href="/john/12-3.htm">Poured</a> <a href="/amos/9-6.htm">Poureth</a> <a href="/luke/5-37.htm">Pours</a> <a href="/john/8-42.htm">Proceeded</a> <a href="/john/10-4.htm">Putteth</a> <a href="/john/13-4.htm">Round</a> <a href="/john/13-4.htm">Towel</a> <a href="/john/9-15.htm">Wash</a> <a href="/john/9-11.htm">Washing</a> <a href="/john/9-11.htm">Water</a> <a href="/luke/17-8.htm">Wherewith</a> <a href="/john/11-2.htm">Wipe</a> <a href="/john/13-4.htm">Wrapped</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/john/13-7.htm">Afterward</a> <a href="/exodus/12-22.htm">Basin</a> <a href="/exodus/12-22.htm">Bason</a> <a href="/john/20-7.htm">Cloth</a> <a href="/john/13-10.htm">Disciples</a> <a href="/genesis/8-7.htm">Drying</a> <a href="/john/13-6.htm">Feet</a> <a href="/ephesians/6-14.htm">Girded</a> <a href="/john/19-40.htm">Linen</a> <a href="/acts/2-33.htm">Poured</a> <a href="/genesis/28-18.htm">Poureth</a> <a href="/revelation/11-5.htm">Pours</a> <a href="/acts/4-31.htm">Proceeded</a> <a href="/romans/5-5.htm">Putteth</a> <a href="/john/18-12.htm">Round</a> <a href="/john/20-7.htm">Towel</a> <a href="/john/13-6.htm">Wash</a> <a href="/john/13-12.htm">Washing</a> <a href="/john/19-34.htm">Water</a> <a href="/john/17-26.htm">Wherewith</a> <a href="/revelation/7-17.htm">Wipe</a> <a href="/john/19-40.htm">Wrapped</a><div class="vheading2">John 13</div>1. <a href="/john/13-1.htm">Jesus washes the disciples' feet, and exhorts them to humility and charity.</a> 18. <a href="/john/13-18.htm">He foretells and discovers to John by a token, that Judas should betray him;</a> 31. <a href="/john/13-31.htm">commands them to love one another;</a> 36. <a href="/john/13-36.htm">and forewarns Peter of his denials.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/john/13.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/john/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/john/13.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>After that, He poured water into a basin This action takes place during the Last Supper, a significant event in the life of Jesus and His disciples. The pouring of water into a basin is a preparatory act for foot washing, a task typically performed by the lowest servant in a household. This act of humility by Jesus is a powerful demonstration of servant leadership, contrasting with the cultural norms of the time where leaders were served rather than serving others. The use of water is symbolic of cleansing, which is a recurring theme in Scripture, pointing to spiritual purification and renewal.and began to wash the disciples’ feet Foot washing was a common practice in ancient Near Eastern culture due to the dusty roads and the wearing of sandals. By washing the disciples' feet, Jesus exemplifies humility and service, setting an example for His followers to emulate. This act foreshadows His ultimate act of service and sacrifice on the cross. It also fulfills the role of a servant, highlighting the reversal of roles that Jesus often taught about in His ministry. This act is a physical manifestation of the spiritual cleansing that Jesus offers to all believers.and dry them with the towel that was around Him The use of the towel signifies Jesus' readiness to serve and His personal involvement in the act of cleansing. By drying the disciples' feet with the towel, Jesus completes the task with care and attention, emphasizing the thoroughness of His service. This act can be seen as a type of the atonement, where Jesus not only cleanses but also restores and comforts. The towel, being around Him, symbolizes His willingness to take on the role of a servant, further illustrating the humility and love that characterize His ministry. This action is a call to His followers to serve one another in love and humility, as He has demonstrated.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a> The central figure in this passage, demonstrating humility and servanthood by washing His disciples' feet. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_disciples.htm">The Disciples</a> The followers of Jesus who are present at the Last Supper, receiving this act of service from their Master. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_upper_room.htm">The Upper Room</a> The location where the Last Supper takes place, a setting for intimate teaching and fellowship. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_basin_and_towel.htm">The Basin and Towel</a> Symbols of servitude and humility, used by Jesus to perform the foot-washing. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_last_supper.htm">The Last Supper</a> The event during which this act of foot-washing occurs, marking the beginning of Jesus' final teachings before His crucifixion.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/h/humility_in_leadership.htm">Humility in Leadership</a> Jesus, the Master and Teacher, humbles Himself to serve His disciples, setting an example for all leaders to follow. <a href="/topical/s/servanthood_as_a_mark_of_discipleship.htm">Servanthood as a Mark of Discipleship</a> True discipleship involves serving others selflessly, as Jesus demonstrated. <a href="/topical/s/symbolism_of_cleansing.htm">Symbolism of Cleansing</a> The act of washing feet symbolizes spiritual cleansing and the forgiveness of sins. <a href="/topical/b/breaking_social_norms.htm">Breaking Social Norms</a> Jesus challenges cultural expectations by performing a task typically reserved for the lowest servant, teaching us to transcend societal norms in service to others. <a href="/topical/p/preparation_for_ministry.htm">Preparation for Ministry</a> Jesus prepares His disciples for their future ministry by modeling the heart of a servant, emphasizing that service is foundational to Christian life.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_john_13.htm">Top 10 Lessons from John 13</a> <a href="/q/why_did_jesus_wash_the_disciples'_feet.htm">What was Jesus' purpose in washing the disciples' feet?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_jewelry.htm">How do you show honor to others?</a> <a href="/q/why_is_judas's_possession_unique_to_john.htm">In John 13:27, how can Judas be possessed by Satan, and why is this scenario omitted in other Gospels? </a> <a href="/q/what_about_those_without_revelation.htm">What does 'Love One Another as I Have Loved You' mean?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/john/13.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(5) After that he poureth water into a bason.--Better, . . . into the bason. It was the bason in the room, commonly used, and now ready for suck purposes. The water was at hand. All suggested then that one of the disciples might have performed this act which the Lord now performs. That it was commonly regarded as an act of reverence from an inferior to a superior is made clear by the Rabbinical passages quoted here by Schottgen and Lightfoot. (Comp. Note on <a href="/luke/7-44.htm" title="And he turned to the woman, and said to Simon, See you this woman? I entered into your house, you gave me no water for my feet: but she has washed my feet with tears, and wiped them with the hairs of her head.">Luke 7:44</a>.)And began to wash the disciples' feet.--The exactness of the narrative notes that the act was only begun, and was interrupted by the objection of Peter. This word "began" is frequent in the earlier Gospels, but it is only in this touch of accuracy that St. John uses it. <a href="/commentaries/john/13-5.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>After that, εἶτα (eita) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_1534.htm">Strong's 1534: </a> A particle of succession, then, moreover. He poured βάλλει (ballei) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_906.htm">Strong's 906: </a> (a) I cast, throw, rush, (b) often, in the weaker sense: I place, put, drop. A primary verb; to throw. water ὕδωρ (hydōr) Noun - Accusative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5204.htm">Strong's 5204: </a> Water. And genitive case, hudatos, etc. From the base of huetos; water literally or figuratively. into εἰς (eis) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1519.htm">Strong's 1519: </a> A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. a basin νιπτῆρα (niptēra) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3537.htm">Strong's 3537: </a> A basin for washing hands or feet. From nipto; a ewer. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. began ἤρξατο (ērxato) Verb - Aorist Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_756.htm">Strong's 756: </a> To begin. Middle voice of archo; to commence. to wash νίπτειν (niptein) Verb - Present Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_3538.htm">Strong's 3538: </a> To wash; mid. I wash my own (hands, etc.). To cleanse; ceremonially, to perform ablution. the τοὺς (tous) Article - Accusative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. disciples’ μαθητῶν (mathētōn) Noun - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3101.htm">Strong's 3101: </a> A learner, disciple, pupil. From manthano; a learner, i.e. Pupil. feet πόδας (podas) Noun - Accusative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4228.htm">Strong's 4228: </a> The foot. A primary word; a 'foot'. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. dry [them] ἐκμάσσειν (ekmassein) Verb - Present Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_1591.htm">Strong's 1591: </a> To wipe, wipe (off) thoroughly. From ek and the base of massaomai; to knead out, i.e. to wipe dry. with the τῷ (tō) Article - Dative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. towel λεντίῳ (lentiō) Noun - Dative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3012.htm">Strong's 3012: </a> A towel, apron, coarse cloth. Of Latin origin; a 'linen' cloth, i.e. Apron. that ᾧ (hō) Personal / Relative Pronoun - Dative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3739.htm">Strong's 3739: </a> Who, which, what, that. was ἦν (ēn) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. around Him. διεζωσμένος (diezōsmenos) Verb - Perfect Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1241.htm">Strong's 1241: </a> To gird, tie around; mid: I gird round myself. 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