World English Bible

John 13:5

“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.”

Verse in context — John 13

Jesus, knowing that the Father had given all things into his hands, and that he came forth from God, and was going to God,

arose from supper, and laid aside his outer garments. He took a towel, and wrapped a towel around his waist.

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.

Then he came to Simon Peter. He said to him, "Lord, do you wash my feet?

Jesus answered him, "You don't know what I am doing now, but you will understand later.

A theological portrait of Jesus as the Son of God who brings eternal life.