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Summary
- The Eucharist is the central symbol of Holy Thursday, representing Christ’s Body and Blood and His self-gift for humanity’s salvation.
- The washing of feet symbolizes Christ’s humble service and serves as a model for Christian leadership and community through self-giving love.
- The stripping of the altar visually represents Christ’s abandonment before crucifixion, marking the transition from the Last Supper to His Passion.
- Different Christian denominations interpret Holy Thursday symbols uniquely, emphasizing themes of service, humility, and Christ’s presence in the Eucharist.
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