Lectionary Calendar
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Gamla Testamentið
Fyrsta Mósebók
The creation, humanity's fall, the flood, and God's covenant with Abraham and his descendants.Önnur Mósebók
Israel's escape from Egypt, receiving the Law, and covenant formation at Mount Sinai.Þriðja Mósebók
Laws on sacrifices, purity, and holiness, guiding Israel's worship and community life.Fjórða Mósebók
Israel's wilderness journey, census data, and preparations for entering the Promised Land.Fimmta Mósebók
Moses' final speeches reiterating the Law and renewing Israel's covenant before entering Canaan.Jósúabók
Israel's conquest, division of Canaan, and Joshua's leadership in settling the Promised Land.Dómarabókin
Israel's cycle of sin, oppression, and deliverance by judges, highlighting moral decline.Rutarbók
A story of loyalty and redemption, leading to Ruth becoming an ancestor of King David.Fyrri Samúelsbók
Samuel's leadership, Saul's reign, and David's rise as Israel's future king.Síðari Samúelsbók
Focuses on King David's reign, his successes, personal failings, and the establishment of a united Israel.Fyrri konungabók
Solomon's reign, the temple's construction, and the kingdom's division after his death.Síðari konungabók
Chronicles the history of Israel and Judah, detailing the reigns of their kings and the fall of Jerusalem.Fyrri kroníkubók
A retelling of Israel's history, focusing on David's reign and temple preparations.Síðari kroníkubók
The history of Judah's kings, emphasizing temple worship, leading to Babylonian exile.Esrabók
The return from exile, rebuilding the temple, and reestablishing the Law in Jerusalem.Nehemíabók
Nehemiah's efforts to rebuild Jerusalem's walls and restore the community's faithfulness.Esterarbók
A Jewish queen's courage saves her people from a plot of genocide in Persia.Jobsbók
A righteous man's suffering, his dialogues on justice, and God's ultimate sovereignty.Sálmarnir
A collection of songs and prayers expressing worship, lament, thanksgiving, and praise to God.Orðskviðirnir
Wisdom sayings offering guidance on moral living, relationships, and the fear of God.Prédikarinn
Reflects on the meaning of life, exploring the futility of human endeavors and the pursuit of wisdom.Ljóðaljóðin
A poetic celebration of love, expressing deep romantic and spiritual devotion between lovers.Jesaja
Prophecies of judgment and redemption, foretelling the Messiah's coming and Israel's restoration.Jeremía
Warnings of Jerusalem's destruction, calls for repentance, and promises of a new covenant.Harmljóðin
Poems mourning Jerusalem's destruction and expressing deep sorrow, yet hope in God's mercy.Esekíel
Visions and prophecies of Jerusalem's fall, Israel's restoration, and a future temple.Daníel
Stories of faithfulness in exile and visions of future kingdoms and God's ultimate victory.Hósea
A prophet's marriage symbolizes God's steadfast love for unfaithful Israel, calling for repentance.Jóel
Prophecies of a locust plague, judgment, and the outpouring of God's Spirit.Amos
A call for social justice, condemning Israel's complacency and predicting divine judgment.Óbadía
Prophecy against Edom for its betrayal of Israel, foretelling its destruction.Jónas
A reluctant prophet's mission to Nineveh, highlighting God's mercy towards repentance.Míka
Warnings of judgment, calls for justice, and prophecies of a future ruler from Bethlehem.Nahúm
The impending fall of Nineveh as God's judgment against Assyrian cruelty.Habakkuk
A prophet questions God's justice, leading to a vision of divine sovereignty and faith.Sefanía
Prophecies of judgment on Judah and surrounding nations, with promises of restoration.Haggaí
Encouragement to rebuild the temple after the Babylonian exile, emphasizing God's presence.Sakaría
Visions and prophecies encouraging the returned exiles, foretelling the Messiah's coming.Malakí
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.Önnur Mósebók
Israel's escape from Egypt, receiving the Law, and covenant formation at Mount Sinai.Þriðja Mósebók
Laws on sacrifices, purity, and holiness, guiding Israel's worship and community life.Fjórða Mósebók
Israel's wilderness journey, census data, and preparations for entering the Promised Land.Fimmta Mósebók
Moses' final speeches reiterating the Law and renewing Israel's covenant before entering Canaan.Jósúabók
Israel's conquest, division of Canaan, and Joshua's leadership in settling the Promised Land.Dómarabókin
Israel's cycle of sin, oppression, and deliverance by judges, highlighting moral decline.Rutarbók
A story of loyalty and redemption, leading to Ruth becoming an ancestor of King David.Fyrri Samúelsbók
Samuel's leadership, Saul's reign, and David's rise as Israel's future king.Síðari Samúelsbók
Focuses on King David's reign, his successes, personal failings, and the establishment of a united Israel.Fyrri konungabók
Solomon's reign, the temple's construction, and the kingdom's division after his death.Síðari konungabók
Chronicles the history of Israel and Judah, detailing the reigns of their kings and the fall of Jerusalem.Fyrri kroníkubók
A retelling of Israel's history, focusing on David's reign and temple preparations.Síðari kroníkubók
The history of Judah's kings, emphasizing temple worship, leading to Babylonian exile.Esrabók
The return from exile, rebuilding the temple, and reestablishing the Law in Jerusalem.Nehemíabók
Nehemiah's efforts to rebuild Jerusalem's walls and restore the community's faithfulness.Esterarbók
A Jewish queen's courage saves her people from a plot of genocide in Persia.Jobsbók
A righteous man's suffering, his dialogues on justice, and God's ultimate sovereignty.Sálmarnir
A collection of songs and prayers expressing worship, lament, thanksgiving, and praise to God.Orðskviðirnir
Wisdom sayings offering guidance on moral living, relationships, and the fear of God.Prédikarinn
Reflects on the meaning of life, exploring the futility of human endeavors and the pursuit of wisdom.Ljóðaljóðin
A poetic celebration of love, expressing deep romantic and spiritual devotion between lovers.Jesaja
Prophecies of judgment and redemption, foretelling the Messiah's coming and Israel's restoration.Jeremía
Warnings of Jerusalem's destruction, calls for repentance, and promises of a new covenant.Harmljóðin
Poems mourning Jerusalem's destruction and expressing deep sorrow, yet hope in God's mercy.Esekíel
Visions and prophecies of Jerusalem's fall, Israel's restoration, and a future temple.Daníel
Stories of faithfulness in exile and visions of future kingdoms and God's ultimate victory.Hósea
A prophet's marriage symbolizes God's steadfast love for unfaithful Israel, calling for repentance.Jóel
Prophecies of a locust plague, judgment, and the outpouring of God's Spirit.Amos
A call for social justice, condemning Israel's complacency and predicting divine judgment.Óbadía
Prophecy against Edom for its betrayal of Israel, foretelling its destruction.Jónas
A reluctant prophet's mission to Nineveh, highlighting God's mercy towards repentance.Míka
Warnings of judgment, calls for justice, and prophecies of a future ruler from Bethlehem.Nahúm
The impending fall of Nineveh as God's judgment against Assyrian cruelty.Habakkuk
A prophet questions God's justice, leading to a vision of divine sovereignty and faith.Sefanía
Prophecies of judgment on Judah and surrounding nations, with promises of restoration.Haggaí
Encouragement to rebuild the temple after the Babylonian exile, emphasizing God's presence.Sakaría
Visions and prophecies encouraging the returned exiles, foretelling the Messiah's coming.Malakí
A call to covenant faithfulness, addressing Israel's spiritual apathy, and predicting Elijah's return.
Nýja Testamentið
Matteusarguðspjall
Jesus' life, teachings, and fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies as the Messiah.Markúsarguðspjall
A fast-paced account of Jesus' ministry, focusing on his actions and sacrificial death.Lúkasarguðspjall
Jesus' life, emphasizing compassion for the marginalized and the universal scope of salvation.Jóhannesarguðspjall
Theological reflections on Jesus as the Word of God, focusing on his divine nature and mission.Postulasagan
The early church's growth, the apostles' ministry, and the spread of the Gospel.Rómverjabréfið
A theological treatise on salvation, grace, faith, and righteousness through Jesus Christ for all.Fyrra Korintubréf
Paul addresses divisions, immorality, and spiritual gifts in the Corinthian church.Síðara Korintubréf
Paul's defense of his apostleship, his sufferings, and the power of God's grace.Galatabréfið
Paul's defense of the Gospel of grace against legalism, emphasizing faith in Christ alone.Efesusbréfið
Paul's teachings on the church's unity, spiritual blessings in Christ, and Christian conduct.Filippíbréfið
A letter of joy and encouragement, urging humility and faithfulness amid persecution.Kólussubréfið
Paul's emphasis on Christ's supremacy and warnings against false teachings.Fyrra Þessaloníkubréf
Encouragement to a young church, with teachings on holiness and Christ's return.Síðara Þessaloníkubréf
Clarifications about Christ's return and exhortations to stand firm in faith.Fyrra Tímóteusarbréf
Guidance for church leadership, sound teaching, moral conduct, and defending the truth of the gospel.Síðara Tímóteusarbréf
Paul's final exhortations to Timothy, emphasizing perseverance and faithfulness.Títusarbréf
Instructions for establishing order in the church, promoting sound doctrine, and living with integrity.Fílemonsbréfið
A personal appeal for the forgiveness and restoration of a runaway slave, Onesimus.Hebreabréfið
An insightful look at Christ's supremacy, priesthood, and the fulfillment of prophecies.Jakobsbréfið
Practical wisdom on living out one's faith through good works and righteous behavior.Fyrra Pétursbréf
Encouragement for suffering Christians to remain faithful and hopeful in their trials.Síðara Pétursbréf
A reminder to grow in faith, resist false teachings, and remain steadfast awaiting His return.Fyrsta Jóhannesarbréf
Teachings on love, obedience, and assurance of salvation through fellowship with God.Annað Jóhannesarbréf
A letter encouraging love, obedience to God's commands, caution against teachings that deny Christ's truth.Þriðja Jóhannesarbréf
A personal letter commending hospitality and warning against arrogance in church leadership.Júdasarbréfið
A strong warning against false teachers and a passionate call to defend the faith and uphold the truth.Opinberunarbókin
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.Markúsarguðspjall
A fast-paced account of Jesus' ministry, focusing on his actions and sacrificial death.Lúkasarguðspjall
Jesus' life, emphasizing compassion for the marginalized and the universal scope of salvation.Jóhannesarguðspjall
Theological reflections on Jesus as the Word of God, focusing on his divine nature and mission.Postulasagan
The early church's growth, the apostles' ministry, and the spread of the Gospel.Rómverjabréfið
A theological treatise on salvation, grace, faith, and righteousness through Jesus Christ for all.Fyrra Korintubréf
Paul addresses divisions, immorality, and spiritual gifts in the Corinthian church.Síðara Korintubréf
Paul's defense of his apostleship, his sufferings, and the power of God's grace.Galatabréfið
Paul's defense of the Gospel of grace against legalism, emphasizing faith in Christ alone.Efesusbréfið
Paul's teachings on the church's unity, spiritual blessings in Christ, and Christian conduct.Filippíbréfið
A letter of joy and encouragement, urging humility and faithfulness amid persecution.Kólussubréfið
Paul's emphasis on Christ's supremacy and warnings against false teachings.Fyrra Þessaloníkubréf
Encouragement to a young church, with teachings on holiness and Christ's return.Síðara Þessaloníkubréf
Clarifications about Christ's return and exhortations to stand firm in faith.Fyrra Tímóteusarbréf
Guidance for church leadership, sound teaching, moral conduct, and defending the truth of the gospel.Síðara Tímóteusarbréf
Paul's final exhortations to Timothy, emphasizing perseverance and faithfulness.Títusarbréf
Instructions for establishing order in the church, promoting sound doctrine, and living with integrity.Fílemonsbréfið
A personal appeal for the forgiveness and restoration of a runaway slave, Onesimus.Hebreabréfið
An insightful look at Christ's supremacy, priesthood, and the fulfillment of prophecies.Jakobsbréfið
Practical wisdom on living out one's faith through good works and righteous behavior.Fyrra Pétursbréf
Encouragement for suffering Christians to remain faithful and hopeful in their trials.Síðara Pétursbréf
A reminder to grow in faith, resist false teachings, and remain steadfast awaiting His return.Fyrsta Jóhannesarbréf
Teachings on love, obedience, and assurance of salvation through fellowship with God.Annað Jóhannesarbréf
A letter encouraging love, obedience to God's commands, caution against teachings that deny Christ's truth.Þriðja Jóhannesarbréf
A personal letter commending hospitality and warning against arrogance in church leadership.Júdasarbréfið
A strong warning against false teachers and a passionate call to defend the faith and uphold the truth.Opinberunarbókin
Apocalyptic visions of God's ultimate victory, Christ's return, and the new heaven and earth.
