Holy Thursday

On Thursday of Holy Week four events are commemorated: the washing of the disciples' feet,

The institution of the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist at the Last Supper,

The agony in the garden of Gethsemane, and the betrayal of Christ by Judas.

Hymns of Holy Thursday

Troparion (Plagal Fourth Tone)

When the glorious disciples were enlightened at the washing of their feet before the supper, the impious Judas was darkened by the disease of avarice, and to the lawless judges he betrayed You, the Righteous Judge. Behold, this man because of avarice hanged himself. Flee from the insatiable desire which dared such things against the Master! O Lord Who deals righteously with all, glory to You!

Communion Hymn
Receive me today, Son of God, as a partaker of Your mystical Supper. I will not reveal Your mystery to Your adversaries. Nor will I give You a kiss as did Judas. But as the thief I confess to You: Lord, remember me in Your Kingdom.