The History of Holy Week (5): Maundy Thursday - The Night of the New Commandment

Maundy Thursday stands among the most sacred days in the Christian calendar, commemorating the final night Jesus spent with His disciples before the crucifixion. Rooted in the Gospel accounts of the Last Supper, this day gave birth to enduring Christian traditions: the Eucharist, the commandment to love, and the call to serve. The name “Maundy” comes from the Latin mandatum, meaning “commandment,” drawn from Jesus’ words: “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another” (John 13:34).