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Maundy Thursday Quotes

The Last Supper and Christ's commandment of love.

Maundy Thursday recalls the Last Supper and Christ's commandment to love one another, and these quotes stay close to that scripture. For prayers to go with them, see Prayers.

At the Last Supper, Jesus took bread and wine and gave them to His disciples - a meal of love that we remember still, whenever we gather at the table together.

At the Last Supper, Jesus took bread and wine and gave them to His disciples - a meal of love that we remember still, whenever we gather at the table together.

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With a basin and a towel, Jesus knelt to wash His disciples' feet, showing that the greatest among us are those willing to kneel and serve.

With a basin and a towel, Jesus knelt to wash His disciples' feet, showing that the greatest among us are those willing to kneel and serve.

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Maundy Thursday teaches a simple, humbling truth: love is best shown not in words but in the quiet act of serving one another.

Maundy Thursday teaches a simple, humbling truth: love is best shown not in words but in the quiet act of serving one another.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maundy Thursday and why do people search for quotes about it?
Maundy Thursday, observed the Thursday before Easter, commemorates the Last Supper and Jesus washing his disciples' feet. Quotes for the day are shared to reflect on themes of humility, service, and love.
What does Maundy Thursday commemorate?
Maundy Thursday commemorates the Last Supper, the final meal Jesus shared with his apostles before his crucifixion, during which Christian tradition holds that he instituted the Eucharist and washed his disciples' feet as an act of humility and service.
What is the focus of the quotes here?
They draw on Christ's own words at the Last Supper, as in: "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you."
Where does the name "Maundy" come from?
The word derives from the Latin "mandatum," meaning commandment, referencing Jesus's words at the Last Supper: "A new commandment I give you, that you love one another." This "new commandment" theme gives the day its name.
Is there devotional content to pair with this?
Yes, our Prayers collection offers fuller reflections for Maundy Thursday.
When does Maundy Thursday fall, and what does it lead into?
It falls on the Thursday before Easter Sunday as part of Holy Week, immediately preceding Good Friday, and many use the occasion for quiet Prayers ahead of the Easter Triduum.
How is the day observed?
Observances often include a special evening Mass or service re-enacting the Last Supper, sometimes including a foot-washing ritual, along with shared Quotes reflecting on themes of service and sacrifice.

Whether you're observing the Holy Thursday liturgy or reflecting quietly, these quotes fit the day's tone of humility and love.