Lectionary Calendar
Sunday, December 22nd, 2024
the Fourth Week of Advent
the Fourth Week of Advent
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العهد القديم
اَلتَّكْوِينُ
The creation, humanity's fall, the flood, and God's covenant with Abraham and his descendants.اَلْخُرُوجُ
Israel's escape from Egypt, receiving the Law, and covenant formation at Mount Sinai.اَللَّاوِيِّينَ
Laws on sacrifices, purity, and holiness, guiding Israel's worship and community life.اَلْعَدَد
Israel's wilderness journey, census data, and preparations for entering the Promised Land.اَلتَّثْنِيَة
Moses' final speeches reiterating the Law and renewing Israel's covenant before entering Canaan.يَشُوع
Israel's conquest, division of Canaan, and Joshua's leadership in settling the Promised Land.اَلْقُضَاة
Israel's cycle of sin, oppression, and deliverance by judges, highlighting moral decline.رَاعُوث
A story of loyalty and redemption, leading to Ruth becoming an ancestor of King David.صَمُوئِيلَ ٱلْأَوَّلُ
Samuel's leadership, Saul's reign, and David's rise as Israel's future king.صَمُوئِيلَ ٱلثَّانِي
Focuses on King David's reign, his successes, personal failings, and the establishment of a united Israel.اَلْمُلُوكِ ٱلْأَوَّلُ
Solomon's reign, the temple's construction, and the kingdom's division after his death.اَلْمُلُوكِ ٱلثَّانِي
Chronicles the history of Israel and Judah, detailing the reigns of their kings and the fall of Jerusalem.أَخْبَارِ ٱلْأَوَّلُ
A retelling of Israel's history, focusing on David's reign and temple preparations.أَخْبَارِ ٱلثَّانِي
The history of Judah's kings, emphasizing temple worship, leading to Babylonian exile.عَزْرَا
The return from exile, rebuilding the temple, and reestablishing the Law in Jerusalem.نَحَمْيَا
Nehemiah's efforts to rebuild Jerusalem's walls and restore the community's faithfulness.أَسْتِير
A Jewish queen's courage saves her people from a plot of genocide in Persia.أَيُّوبَ
A righteous man's suffering, his dialogues on justice, and God's ultimate sovereignty.اَلْمَزَامِيرُ
A collection of songs and prayers expressing worship, lament, thanksgiving, and praise to God.أَمْثَالٌ
Wisdom sayings offering guidance on moral living, relationships, and the fear of God.اَلْجَامِعَةِ
Reflects on the meaning of life, exploring the futility of human endeavors and the pursuit of wisdom.نَشِيدُ ٱلْأَنْشَادِ
A poetic celebration of love, expressing deep romantic and spiritual devotion between lovers.إِشَعْيَاءَ
Prophecies of judgment and redemption, foretelling the Messiah's coming and Israel's restoration.إِرْمِيَا
Warnings of Jerusalem's destruction, calls for repentance, and promises of a new covenant.مَرَاثِي إِرْمِيَا
Poems mourning Jerusalem's destruction and expressing deep sorrow, yet hope in God's mercy.حِزْقِيَال
Visions and prophecies of Jerusalem's fall, Israel's restoration, and a future temple.دَانِيآل
Stories of faithfulness in exile and visions of future kingdoms and God's ultimate victory.هُوشَع
A prophet's marriage symbolizes God's steadfast love for unfaithful Israel, calling for repentance.يُوئِيل
Prophecies of a locust plague, judgment, and the outpouring of God's Spirit.عَامُوس
A call for social justice, condemning Israel's complacency and predicting divine judgment.عُوبَدْيَا
Prophecy against Edom for its betrayal of Israel, foretelling its destruction.يُونَان
A reluctant prophet's mission to Nineveh, highlighting God's mercy towards repentance.مِيخَا
Warnings of judgment, calls for justice, and prophecies of a future ruler from Bethlehem.نَاحُوم
The impending fall of Nineveh as God's judgment against Assyrian cruelty.حَبَقُّوق
A prophet questions God's justice, leading to a vision of divine sovereignty and faith.صَفَنْيَا
Prophecies of judgment on Judah and surrounding nations, with promises of restoration.حَجَّي
Encouragement to rebuild the temple after the Babylonian exile, emphasizing God's presence.زَكَريَّا
Visions and prophecies encouraging the returned exiles, foretelling the Messiah's coming.مَلَاخِي
A call to covenant faithfulness, addressing Israel's spiritual apathy, and predicting Elijah's return.
The creation, humanity's fall, the flood, and God's covenant with Abraham and his descendants.اَلْخُرُوجُ
Israel's escape from Egypt, receiving the Law, and covenant formation at Mount Sinai.اَللَّاوِيِّينَ
Laws on sacrifices, purity, and holiness, guiding Israel's worship and community life.اَلْعَدَد
Israel's wilderness journey, census data, and preparations for entering the Promised Land.اَلتَّثْنِيَة
Moses' final speeches reiterating the Law and renewing Israel's covenant before entering Canaan.يَشُوع
Israel's conquest, division of Canaan, and Joshua's leadership in settling the Promised Land.اَلْقُضَاة
Israel's cycle of sin, oppression, and deliverance by judges, highlighting moral decline.رَاعُوث
A story of loyalty and redemption, leading to Ruth becoming an ancestor of King David.صَمُوئِيلَ ٱلْأَوَّلُ
Samuel's leadership, Saul's reign, and David's rise as Israel's future king.صَمُوئِيلَ ٱلثَّانِي
Focuses on King David's reign, his successes, personal failings, and the establishment of a united Israel.اَلْمُلُوكِ ٱلْأَوَّلُ
Solomon's reign, the temple's construction, and the kingdom's division after his death.اَلْمُلُوكِ ٱلثَّانِي
Chronicles the history of Israel and Judah, detailing the reigns of their kings and the fall of Jerusalem.أَخْبَارِ ٱلْأَوَّلُ
A retelling of Israel's history, focusing on David's reign and temple preparations.أَخْبَارِ ٱلثَّانِي
The history of Judah's kings, emphasizing temple worship, leading to Babylonian exile.عَزْرَا
The return from exile, rebuilding the temple, and reestablishing the Law in Jerusalem.نَحَمْيَا
Nehemiah's efforts to rebuild Jerusalem's walls and restore the community's faithfulness.أَسْتِير
A Jewish queen's courage saves her people from a plot of genocide in Persia.أَيُّوبَ
A righteous man's suffering, his dialogues on justice, and God's ultimate sovereignty.اَلْمَزَامِيرُ
A collection of songs and prayers expressing worship, lament, thanksgiving, and praise to God.أَمْثَالٌ
Wisdom sayings offering guidance on moral living, relationships, and the fear of God.اَلْجَامِعَةِ
Reflects on the meaning of life, exploring the futility of human endeavors and the pursuit of wisdom.نَشِيدُ ٱلْأَنْشَادِ
A poetic celebration of love, expressing deep romantic and spiritual devotion between lovers.إِشَعْيَاءَ
Prophecies of judgment and redemption, foretelling the Messiah's coming and Israel's restoration.إِرْمِيَا
Warnings of Jerusalem's destruction, calls for repentance, and promises of a new covenant.مَرَاثِي إِرْمِيَا
Poems mourning Jerusalem's destruction and expressing deep sorrow, yet hope in God's mercy.حِزْقِيَال
Visions and prophecies of Jerusalem's fall, Israel's restoration, and a future temple.دَانِيآل
Stories of faithfulness in exile and visions of future kingdoms and God's ultimate victory.هُوشَع
A prophet's marriage symbolizes God's steadfast love for unfaithful Israel, calling for repentance.يُوئِيل
Prophecies of a locust plague, judgment, and the outpouring of God's Spirit.عَامُوس
A call for social justice, condemning Israel's complacency and predicting divine judgment.عُوبَدْيَا
Prophecy against Edom for its betrayal of Israel, foretelling its destruction.يُونَان
A reluctant prophet's mission to Nineveh, highlighting God's mercy towards repentance.مِيخَا
Warnings of judgment, calls for justice, and prophecies of a future ruler from Bethlehem.نَاحُوم
The impending fall of Nineveh as God's judgment against Assyrian cruelty.حَبَقُّوق
A prophet questions God's justice, leading to a vision of divine sovereignty and faith.صَفَنْيَا
Prophecies of judgment on Judah and surrounding nations, with promises of restoration.حَجَّي
Encouragement to rebuild the temple after the Babylonian exile, emphasizing God's presence.زَكَريَّا
Visions and prophecies encouraging the returned exiles, foretelling the Messiah's coming.مَلَاخِي
A call to covenant faithfulness, addressing Israel's spiritual apathy, and predicting Elijah's return.
لعهد الجديد
مَتَّى
Jesus' life, teachings, and fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies as the Messiah.مَرْقُسَ
A fast-paced account of Jesus' ministry, focusing on his actions and sacrificial death.لُوقَا
Jesus' life, emphasizing compassion for the marginalized and the universal scope of salvation.يُوحَنَّا
Theological reflections on Jesus as the Word of God, focusing on his divine nature and mission.أَعْمَالُ ٱلرُّسُلِ
The early church's growth, the apostles' ministry, and the spread of the Gospel.رُومِيَةَ
A theological treatise on salvation, grace, faith, and righteousness through Jesus Christ for all.كُورِنْثُوسَ ٱلأُولَى
Paul addresses divisions, immorality, and spiritual gifts in the Corinthian church.كُورِنْثُوسَ ٱلثَّانِيةُ
Paul's defense of his apostleship, his sufferings, and the power of God's grace.غَلَاطِيَّةَ
Paul's defense of the Gospel of grace against legalism, emphasizing faith in Christ alone.أَفَسُسَ
Paul's teachings on the church's unity, spiritual blessings in Christ, and Christian conduct.فِيلِبِّي
A letter of joy and encouragement, urging humility and faithfulness amid persecution.كُولُوسِّي
Paul's emphasis on Christ's supremacy and warnings against false teachings.تَسَالُونِيكِي ٱلأُولَى
Encouragement to a young church, with teachings on holiness and Christ's return.تَسَالُونِيكِي ٱلثَّانِيةُ
Clarifications about Christ's return and exhortations to stand firm in faith.تِيمُوثَاوُسَ ٱلْأُولَى
Guidance for church leadership, sound teaching, moral conduct, and defending the truth of the gospel.تِيمُوثَاوُسَ ٱلثَّانِيةُ
Paul's final exhortations to Timothy, emphasizing perseverance and faithfulness.تِيطُسَ
Instructions for establishing order in the church, promoting sound doctrine, and living with integrity.فِلِيمُونَ
A personal appeal for the forgiveness and restoration of a runaway slave, Onesimus.ٱلْعِبْرَانِيِّينَ
An insightful look at Christ's supremacy, priesthood, and the fulfillment of prophecies.يَعْقُوبَ
Practical wisdom on living out one's faith through good works and righteous behavior.بُطْرُسَ ٱلْأُولَى
Encouragement for suffering Christians to remain faithful and hopeful in their trials.بُطْرُسَ ٱلثَّانِيَةُ
A reminder to grow in faith, resist false teachings, and remain steadfast awaiting His return.يُوحَنَّا ٱلْأُولَى
Teachings on love, obedience, and assurance of salvation through fellowship with God.يُوحَنَّا ٱلثَّانِيَةُ
A letter encouraging love, obedience to God's commands, caution against teachings that deny Christ's truth.يُوحَنَّا ٱلثَّالِثَةُ
A personal letter commending hospitality and warning against arrogance in church leadership.يَهُوذَا
A strong warning against false teachers and a passionate call to defend the faith and uphold the truth.رُؤْيَا يُوحَنَّا
Apocalyptic visions of God's ultimate victory, Christ's return, and the new heaven and earth.
Jesus' life, teachings, and fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies as the Messiah.مَرْقُسَ
A fast-paced account of Jesus' ministry, focusing on his actions and sacrificial death.لُوقَا
Jesus' life, emphasizing compassion for the marginalized and the universal scope of salvation.يُوحَنَّا
Theological reflections on Jesus as the Word of God, focusing on his divine nature and mission.أَعْمَالُ ٱلرُّسُلِ
The early church's growth, the apostles' ministry, and the spread of the Gospel.رُومِيَةَ
A theological treatise on salvation, grace, faith, and righteousness through Jesus Christ for all.كُورِنْثُوسَ ٱلأُولَى
Paul addresses divisions, immorality, and spiritual gifts in the Corinthian church.كُورِنْثُوسَ ٱلثَّانِيةُ
Paul's defense of his apostleship, his sufferings, and the power of God's grace.غَلَاطِيَّةَ
Paul's defense of the Gospel of grace against legalism, emphasizing faith in Christ alone.أَفَسُسَ
Paul's teachings on the church's unity, spiritual blessings in Christ, and Christian conduct.فِيلِبِّي
A letter of joy and encouragement, urging humility and faithfulness amid persecution.كُولُوسِّي
Paul's emphasis on Christ's supremacy and warnings against false teachings.تَسَالُونِيكِي ٱلأُولَى
Encouragement to a young church, with teachings on holiness and Christ's return.تَسَالُونِيكِي ٱلثَّانِيةُ
Clarifications about Christ's return and exhortations to stand firm in faith.تِيمُوثَاوُسَ ٱلْأُولَى
Guidance for church leadership, sound teaching, moral conduct, and defending the truth of the gospel.تِيمُوثَاوُسَ ٱلثَّانِيةُ
Paul's final exhortations to Timothy, emphasizing perseverance and faithfulness.تِيطُسَ
Instructions for establishing order in the church, promoting sound doctrine, and living with integrity.فِلِيمُونَ
A personal appeal for the forgiveness and restoration of a runaway slave, Onesimus.ٱلْعِبْرَانِيِّينَ
An insightful look at Christ's supremacy, priesthood, and the fulfillment of prophecies.يَعْقُوبَ
Practical wisdom on living out one's faith through good works and righteous behavior.بُطْرُسَ ٱلْأُولَى
Encouragement for suffering Christians to remain faithful and hopeful in their trials.بُطْرُسَ ٱلثَّانِيَةُ
A reminder to grow in faith, resist false teachings, and remain steadfast awaiting His return.يُوحَنَّا ٱلْأُولَى
Teachings on love, obedience, and assurance of salvation through fellowship with God.يُوحَنَّا ٱلثَّانِيَةُ
A letter encouraging love, obedience to God's commands, caution against teachings that deny Christ's truth.يُوحَنَّا ٱلثَّالِثَةُ
A personal letter commending hospitality and warning against arrogance in church leadership.يَهُوذَا
A strong warning against false teachers and a passionate call to defend the faith and uphold the truth.رُؤْيَا يُوحَنَّا
Apocalyptic visions of God's ultimate victory, Christ's return, and the new heaven and earth.
