The washing of feet demonstrates which social virtue?

• A. Humility
• B. Courage
• C. Hospitality
• D. Piety

Answer: (C)

Hospitality is shown by the washing of feet because it centers on welcoming and caring for guests. In biblical culture, hosting with warmth and service meant making a guest comfortable, even performing a humble act like washing feet to honor them. This gesture embodies putting another’s needs first in a social setting, which is the essence of hospitality. While humility is present in Jesus’ act, the social virtue being demonstrated is hospitality—to receive and serve others graciously. Courage and piety don’t capture this hosting and welcoming behavior.