Domine, tu mihi lavas pedes?

Manuel Cardoso, a significant figure in Iberian polyphony, composed this motet for SATB choir. Set to a Latin text from the Gospel of John, it explores the poignant moment when Jesus washes his disciples' feet. The dialogue between Jesus and Peter ('Domine, tu mihi lavas pedes?' – 'Lord, are you washing my feet?') is treated with profound sensitivity. Cardoso’s music masterfully captures the humility and spiritual significance of this act, offering a devotional reflection on service and discipleship. This motet is an excellent example of sacred polyphony from the Iberian tradition, suitable for liturgical settings or contemplative listening.