John 13:5 web — Then he poured water into the basin, and began to wash the disciples' feet, and to wipe them with the towel that was wr…

World English Bible

"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."

— John 13:5, World English Bible

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John 13 — Context

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During supper, the devil having already put into the heart of Judas Iscariot, Simon's son, to betray him,

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

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

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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.

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

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

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Peter said to him, "You will never wash my feet!" Jesus answered him, "If I don't wash you, you have no part with me."

John 13:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does John 13:5 say?
John 13:5 in the World English Bible reads: “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.”
Where is John 13:5 in the Bible?
John 13:5 is found in the New Testament, in the book of John, chapter 13, verse 5.
Who wrote John?
John is traditionally attributed to John the Apostle, son of Zebedee. It was written c. AD 85–95.
What is the book of John about?
John's Gospel opens not in Bethlehem but "in the beginning," declaring Jesus to be the eternal Word made flesh. Through seven sign-miracles and seven "I AM" sayings, it presents Jesus as the bread, the light, the way, and the resurrection — that we might believe and have life in his name.
What are the major themes of John?
John explores themes including Word Made Flesh, Belief, Eternal Life, I AM, Love. These themes shape the meaning and context of John 13:5.
What translation should I read John 13:5 in?
John 13:5 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize John 13:5?
John 13:5 reads (WEB): “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.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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