So he cometh (ερχετα ουν). Transitional use of ουν and dramatic present again (ερχετα).

Lord, dost thou wash my fee…

Dost thou wash my feet? Every word here is emphatic. Do you— the Son of God, the Messiah—perform the humble office of a serva…

Then cometh he to Simon Peter.—Men who have come to these words with minds full of opinions regarding the position of St.…

And began to wash the disciples' feet, and to wipe them with the towel wherewith he was girded. Then cometh he to Simon Peter: and Peter saith …

Origen of Alexandria: As a physician who has many sick people under his care begins with those who need his attention most, s…

(6–8a) The response of Simon Peter may have been representative of the common feeling that Jesus ought not to demean himself by washing their feet.…

Lord, do you wash my feet? This question expresses strong dislike of the action as foolish and unsuitable. By asking what Christ is doing,…

Then cometh he to Simon Peter
After having washed the feet of some of the disciples, as is thought by some interpret…

Our Lord Jesus has a people in the world that are His own; He has purchased them, and paid dearly for them, and He has set them apart for Himself. …

After showing the dignity of Christ, the Evangelist now commends His humility, which Christ showed by washing the feet of the disciples.