Pope Francis washed the feet of a dozen prisoners, including young women, at a youth detention center in Rome as part of a Holy Thursday Mass ahead of Easter.
The pontiff poured water over the young offenders' feet, wiped them with a white towel and kissed them.
The act of foot-washing at the Mass of the Lord's Supper is part of the Christian tradition that mirrors Jesus' washing of his disciples' feet.
Francis' decision to celebrate the Mass with young offenders at the Casal del Marmo center represents a break with tradition but is in step with his record in embracing simplicity and humility.
Kissing one's feet is the ultimate respect; sign of subservience, reverence, acknowledging the holiness or honour of another person, and it is not regarded the same as podophilia (unless you didn't attend R.E. or failed your exams at school).
Can't you all keep the unnecessary comments and gifs to yourselves? You're coming at this thread with your replies as if today isn't Good Friday. Respect other people's religion please.
What's wrong with me saying cute ?