Luke 7:38

Verse 38. Stood at his feet behind him. They reclined, at their meals, on their left side, and their feet, therefore, were extended from the table, so that persons could easily approach them. See Barnes "Mt 23:6". Began to wash his feet. The Jews wore sandals. These were taken off when they entered a house. It was an act of hospitality and kindness to wash the feet of a guest. She therefore began to show her love for the Saviour, and at the same time her humility and penitence, by pouring forth a flood of tears, and washing his feet in the manner of a servant. Kissed his feet. The kiss was an emblem of love and affection.