MAUNDY Meaning and
Definition
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The name applied to the office appointed to be read during the ceremony of washing the feet of poor persons, in imitation of our Lord when he washed his disciples feet after supper, saying, "Mandatum novum do vobis"-a new commandment I give to you; Maundy Thursday, in Eng., the day kept in memory of the Maundy by the distribution of small silver coins and clothes by the Royal Almoner; the Thursday before Good Friday.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for MAUNDY
Etymology of MAUNDY
The word "maundy" originated from the Latin term "mandatum", which means "commandment". In the Christian context, it refers specifically to Jesus Christ's commandment to his disciples during the Last Supper: "A new commandment I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another" (John 13:34). The word "mandatum" eventually evolved into "mande" in Old French, and later became "maundy" in Middle English. Today, "Maundy Thursday" is the name given to the day before Good Friday, commemorating the Last Supper.
Similar spelling words for MAUNDY
- manidae,
- mundy,
- Mandi,
- Mandie,
- maund,
- manet,
- mahound,
- manhood,
- manda,
- manat,
- Manthey,
- Mandy,
- mande,
- Manthe,
- mantua,
- manned,
- manta,
- maenad.
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