Lectionary Calendar
Sunday, December 22nd, 2024
the Fourth Week of Advent
the Fourth Week of Advent
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Hebrew Modern Translation
תנ 'ך
בראשית
The creation, humanity's fall, the flood, and God's covenant with Abraham and his descendants.שמות
Israel's escape from Egypt, receiving the Law, and covenant formation at Mount Sinai.ויקרא
Laws on sacrifices, purity, and holiness, guiding Israel's worship and community life.במדבר
Israel's wilderness journey, census data, and preparations for entering the Promised Land.דברים
Moses' final speeches reiterating the Law and renewing Israel's covenant before entering Canaan.יהושע
Israel's conquest, division of Canaan, and Joshua's leadership in settling the Promised Land.שפטים
Israel's cycle of sin, oppression, and deliverance by judges, highlighting moral decline.רות
A story of loyalty and redemption, leading to Ruth becoming an ancestor of King David.שמואל א
Samuel's leadership, Saul's reign, and David's rise as Israel's future king.שמואל ב
Focuses on King David's reign, his successes, personal failings, and the establishment of a united Israel.מלכים א
Solomon's reign, the temple's construction, and the kingdom's division after his death.מלכים ב
Chronicles the history of Israel and Judah, detailing the reigns of their kings and the fall of Jerusalem.דברי הימים א
A retelling of Israel's history, focusing on David's reign and temple preparations.דברי הימים ב
The history of Judah's kings, emphasizing temple worship, leading to Babylonian exile.עזרא
The return from exile, rebuilding the temple, and reestablishing the Law in Jerusalem.נחמיה
Nehemiah's efforts to rebuild Jerusalem's walls and restore the community's faithfulness.אסתר
A Jewish queen's courage saves her people from a plot of genocide in Persia.איוב
A righteous man's suffering, his dialogues on justice, and God's ultimate sovereignty.תהלים
A collection of songs and prayers expressing worship, lament, thanksgiving, and praise to God.משלי
Wisdom sayings offering guidance on moral living, relationships, and the fear of God.קהלת
Reflects on the meaning of life, exploring the futility of human endeavors and the pursuit of wisdom.שיר השירים
A poetic celebration of love, expressing deep romantic and spiritual devotion between lovers.ישעיה
Prophecies of judgment and redemption, foretelling the Messiah's coming and Israel's restoration.ירמיה
Warnings of Jerusalem's destruction, calls for repentance, and promises of a new covenant.איכה
Poems mourning Jerusalem's destruction and expressing deep sorrow, yet hope in God's mercy.יחזקאל
Visions and prophecies of Jerusalem's fall, Israel's restoration, and a future temple.דניאל
Stories of faithfulness in exile and visions of future kingdoms and God's ultimate victory.הושע
A prophet's marriage symbolizes God's steadfast love for unfaithful Israel, calling for repentance.יואל
Prophecies of a locust plague, judgment, and the outpouring of God's Spirit.עמוס
A call for social justice, condemning Israel's complacency and predicting divine judgment.עבדיה
Prophecy against Edom for its betrayal of Israel, foretelling its destruction.יונה
A reluctant prophet's mission to Nineveh, highlighting God's mercy towards repentance.מיכה
Warnings of judgment, calls for justice, and prophecies of a future ruler from Bethlehem.נחום
The impending fall of Nineveh as God's judgment against Assyrian cruelty.חבקוק
A prophet questions God's justice, leading to a vision of divine sovereignty and faith.צפניה
Prophecies of judgment on Judah and surrounding nations, with promises of restoration.חגי
Encouragement to rebuild the temple after the Babylonian exile, emphasizing God's presence.זכריה
Visions and prophecies encouraging the returned exiles, foretelling the Messiah's coming.מלאכי
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.שמות
Israel's escape from Egypt, receiving the Law, and covenant formation at Mount Sinai.ויקרא
Laws on sacrifices, purity, and holiness, guiding Israel's worship and community life.במדבר
Israel's wilderness journey, census data, and preparations for entering the Promised Land.דברים
Moses' final speeches reiterating the Law and renewing Israel's covenant before entering Canaan.יהושע
Israel's conquest, division of Canaan, and Joshua's leadership in settling the Promised Land.שפטים
Israel's cycle of sin, oppression, and deliverance by judges, highlighting moral decline.רות
A story of loyalty and redemption, leading to Ruth becoming an ancestor of King David.שמואל א
Samuel's leadership, Saul's reign, and David's rise as Israel's future king.שמואל ב
Focuses on King David's reign, his successes, personal failings, and the establishment of a united Israel.מלכים א
Solomon's reign, the temple's construction, and the kingdom's division after his death.מלכים ב
Chronicles the history of Israel and Judah, detailing the reigns of their kings and the fall of Jerusalem.דברי הימים א
A retelling of Israel's history, focusing on David's reign and temple preparations.דברי הימים ב
The history of Judah's kings, emphasizing temple worship, leading to Babylonian exile.עזרא
The return from exile, rebuilding the temple, and reestablishing the Law in Jerusalem.נחמיה
Nehemiah's efforts to rebuild Jerusalem's walls and restore the community's faithfulness.אסתר
A Jewish queen's courage saves her people from a plot of genocide in Persia.איוב
A righteous man's suffering, his dialogues on justice, and God's ultimate sovereignty.תהלים
A collection of songs and prayers expressing worship, lament, thanksgiving, and praise to God.משלי
Wisdom sayings offering guidance on moral living, relationships, and the fear of God.קהלת
Reflects on the meaning of life, exploring the futility of human endeavors and the pursuit of wisdom.שיר השירים
A poetic celebration of love, expressing deep romantic and spiritual devotion between lovers.ישעיה
Prophecies of judgment and redemption, foretelling the Messiah's coming and Israel's restoration.ירמיה
Warnings of Jerusalem's destruction, calls for repentance, and promises of a new covenant.איכה
Poems mourning Jerusalem's destruction and expressing deep sorrow, yet hope in God's mercy.יחזקאל
Visions and prophecies of Jerusalem's fall, Israel's restoration, and a future temple.דניאל
Stories of faithfulness in exile and visions of future kingdoms and God's ultimate victory.הושע
A prophet's marriage symbolizes God's steadfast love for unfaithful Israel, calling for repentance.יואל
Prophecies of a locust plague, judgment, and the outpouring of God's Spirit.עמוס
A call for social justice, condemning Israel's complacency and predicting divine judgment.עבדיה
Prophecy against Edom for its betrayal of Israel, foretelling its destruction.יונה
A reluctant prophet's mission to Nineveh, highlighting God's mercy towards repentance.מיכה
Warnings of judgment, calls for justice, and prophecies of a future ruler from Bethlehem.נחום
The impending fall of Nineveh as God's judgment against Assyrian cruelty.חבקוק
A prophet questions God's justice, leading to a vision of divine sovereignty and faith.צפניה
Prophecies of judgment on Judah and surrounding nations, with promises of restoration.חגי
Encouragement to rebuild the temple after the Babylonian exile, emphasizing God's presence.זכריה
Visions and prophecies encouraging the returned exiles, foretelling the Messiah's coming.מלאכי
A call to covenant faithfulness, addressing Israel's spiritual apathy, and predicting Elijah's return.
ברית חדשה
מַתָּי
Jesus' life, teachings, and fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies as the Messiah.מרקוםי
A fast-paced account of Jesus' ministry, focusing on his actions and sacrificial death.לוקם
Jesus' life, emphasizing compassion for the marginalized and the universal scope of salvation.יוחנן
Theological reflections on Jesus as the Word of God, focusing on his divine nature and mission.מעשי השליחים
The early church's growth, the apostles' ministry, and the spread of the Gospel.אל־הרומיים
A theological treatise on salvation, grace, faith, and righteousness through Jesus Christ for all.הראשונה אל־הקורינתים
Paul addresses divisions, immorality, and spiritual gifts in the Corinthian church.השנייה אל־הקורינתים
Paul's defense of his apostleship, his sufferings, and the power of God's grace.אל־הגלטים
Paul's defense of the Gospel of grace against legalism, emphasizing faith in Christ alone.אל־האפסיים
Paul's teachings on the church's unity, spiritual blessings in Christ, and Christian conduct.אל־הפיליפיים
A letter of joy and encouragement, urging humility and faithfulness amid persecution.אל־הקולומים
Paul's emphasis on Christ's supremacy and warnings against false teachings.הראשונה אל־התסלוניקים
Encouragement to a young church, with teachings on holiness and Christ's return.השנייה אל־התסלוניקים
Clarifications about Christ's return and exhortations to stand firm in faith.הראשונה אל־טימותיום
Guidance for church leadership, sound teaching, moral conduct, and defending the truth of the gospel.השנייה אל־טימותיום
Paul's final exhortations to Timothy, emphasizing perseverance and faithfulness.אל־טיטום
Instructions for establishing order in the church, promoting sound doctrine, and living with integrity.אל־פילימון
A personal appeal for the forgiveness and restoration of a runaway slave, Onesimus.אל־העברים
An insightful look at Christ's supremacy, priesthood, and the fulfillment of prophecies.יעקב
Practical wisdom on living out one's faith through good works and righteous behavior.פטרום הראשונה
Encouragement for suffering Christians to remain faithful and hopeful in their trials.פטרום השנייה
A reminder to grow in faith, resist false teachings, and remain steadfast awaiting His return.יוחנן הראשונה
Teachings on love, obedience, and assurance of salvation through fellowship with God.יוחנן השנייה
A letter encouraging love, obedience to God's commands, caution against teachings that deny Christ's truth.יוחנן השלישית
A personal letter commending hospitality and warning against arrogance in church leadership.יהודה
A strong warning against false teachers and a passionate call to defend the faith and uphold the truth.התגלות
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.מרקוםי
A fast-paced account of Jesus' ministry, focusing on his actions and sacrificial death.לוקם
Jesus' life, emphasizing compassion for the marginalized and the universal scope of salvation.יוחנן
Theological reflections on Jesus as the Word of God, focusing on his divine nature and mission.מעשי השליחים
The early church's growth, the apostles' ministry, and the spread of the Gospel.אל־הרומיים
A theological treatise on salvation, grace, faith, and righteousness through Jesus Christ for all.הראשונה אל־הקורינתים
Paul addresses divisions, immorality, and spiritual gifts in the Corinthian church.השנייה אל־הקורינתים
Paul's defense of his apostleship, his sufferings, and the power of God's grace.אל־הגלטים
Paul's defense of the Gospel of grace against legalism, emphasizing faith in Christ alone.אל־האפסיים
Paul's teachings on the church's unity, spiritual blessings in Christ, and Christian conduct.אל־הפיליפיים
A letter of joy and encouragement, urging humility and faithfulness amid persecution.אל־הקולומים
Paul's emphasis on Christ's supremacy and warnings against false teachings.הראשונה אל־התסלוניקים
Encouragement to a young church, with teachings on holiness and Christ's return.השנייה אל־התסלוניקים
Clarifications about Christ's return and exhortations to stand firm in faith.הראשונה אל־טימותיום
Guidance for church leadership, sound teaching, moral conduct, and defending the truth of the gospel.השנייה אל־טימותיום
Paul's final exhortations to Timothy, emphasizing perseverance and faithfulness.אל־טיטום
Instructions for establishing order in the church, promoting sound doctrine, and living with integrity.אל־פילימון
A personal appeal for the forgiveness and restoration of a runaway slave, Onesimus.אל־העברים
An insightful look at Christ's supremacy, priesthood, and the fulfillment of prophecies.יעקב
Practical wisdom on living out one's faith through good works and righteous behavior.פטרום הראשונה
Encouragement for suffering Christians to remain faithful and hopeful in their trials.פטרום השנייה
A reminder to grow in faith, resist false teachings, and remain steadfast awaiting His return.יוחנן הראשונה
Teachings on love, obedience, and assurance of salvation through fellowship with God.יוחנן השנייה
A letter encouraging love, obedience to God's commands, caution against teachings that deny Christ's truth.יוחנן השלישית
A personal letter commending hospitality and warning against arrogance in church leadership.יהודה
A strong warning against false teachers and a passionate call to defend the faith and uphold the truth.התגלות
Apocalyptic visions of God's ultimate victory, Christ's return, and the new heaven and earth.
