Maundy Thursday is also known as Holy Thursday and Covenant Thursday. It commemorates the Last Supper of Christ, the day before Good Friday signaling His crucifixion. The word Maundy comes from the Latin mandatum. Christ told his disciples (here in Latin) "Mandatum novum do vobis ut diligatis invicem sicut dilexi vos." ("A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you.") (John 13:34.) Maundy comes from the same root as the English words mandate, command, commandment, mandatory, etc. The holy day is often commemorated in religious services by the washing of feet, as Christ did for His disciples. The English monarchs also did this, apparently through King James II. The English kings and queens would also distribute purses of specially minted Maundy money, 1, 2, 3, and 4 pence coins to senior citizens, 1 pence for each year of the sovereign's age. Here's my Maundy set, from the last year of the reign of Queen Victoria. Post yours! Wishing you blessings on Maundy Thursday and Holy Week. Best Regards, George
Thank you! Glad you like it. It was an instant #1 PCGS Victoria Old Head Registry Set. Grades are: 1d PL67, 2d PL66+, 3d PL67, 4d PL66. Best Regards, George
