Wim François

The Diffused Story of the Footwashing in John 13

History & Biography

“The author is highlighting how the biblical narrative of the foot-washing was received by readers in late Ming and Qing dynasties through various genres which ranged from traditional (Western) books to follow the readings given at Mass to catechetical literature to spiritual exercises, and which addressed both Chinese Catholics and outsiders. The author develops the innovative insight that the biblical narratives were already available to Chinese readers, centuries before a complete (Catholic) Bible translation appeared.”