Christ, in the Night He Was Betrayed

Verse 1

Christ, on the night he was betrayed, for us a plain example made. The Paschal feast had been prepared, and with his friends he freely shared.

Verse 2

Before he suffered, he desired to show us all what love required. The honored teacher left his seat and knelt to wash his servant’s feet.

Verse 3

Such gentle kindness did he show with towel and basin, stooping low! When all were washed, he stood to ask that they repeat this humble task.

Verse 4

“If I have done this unto you, you ought to serve each other, too. And if my servants you would be, obey my word and follow me.”