Lectionary Calendar
Sunday, December 22nd, 2024
the Fourth Week of Advent
the Fourth Week of Advent
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ਬਾਇਬਲ
ਪੁਰਾਣਾ ਨੇਮ
ਪੈਦਾਇਸ਼
The creation, humanity's fall, the flood, and God's covenant with Abraham and his descendants.ਖ਼ਰੋਜ
Israel's escape from Egypt, receiving the Law, and covenant formation at Mount Sinai.ਅਹਬਾਰ
Laws on sacrifices, purity, and holiness, guiding Israel's worship and community life.ਗਿਣਤੀ
Israel's wilderness journey, census data, and preparations for entering the Promised Land.ਅਸਤਸਨਾ
Moses' final speeches reiterating the Law and renewing Israel's covenant before entering Canaan.ਯਸ਼ਵਾ
Israel's conquest, division of Canaan, and Joshua's leadership in settling the Promised Land.ਕਜ਼ਾૃ
Israel's cycle of sin, oppression, and deliverance by judges, highlighting moral decline.ਰੁੱਤ
A story of loyalty and redemption, leading to Ruth becoming an ancestor of King David.੧ ਸਮੋਈਲ
Samuel's leadership, Saul's reign, and David's rise as Israel's future king.੨ ਸਮੋਈਲ
Focuses on King David's reign, his successes, personal failings, and the establishment of a united Israel.੧ ਸਲਾਤੀਨ
Solomon's reign, the temple's construction, and the kingdom's division after his death.੨ ਸਲਾਤੀਨ
Chronicles the history of Israel and Judah, detailing the reigns of their kings and the fall of Jerusalem.੧ ਤਵਾਰੀਖ਼
A retelling of Israel's history, focusing on David's reign and temple preparations.੨ ਤਵਾਰੀਖ਼
The history of Judah's kings, emphasizing temple worship, leading to Babylonian exile.ਅਜ਼ਰਾ
The return from exile, rebuilding the temple, and reestablishing the Law in Jerusalem.ਨਹਮਿਆਹ
Nehemiah's efforts to rebuild Jerusalem's walls and restore the community's faithfulness.ਆ ਸਤਰ
A Jewish queen's courage saves her people from a plot of genocide in Persia.ਅੱਯੂਬ
A righteous man's suffering, his dialogues on justice, and God's ultimate sovereignty.ਜ਼ਬੂਰ
A collection of songs and prayers expressing worship, lament, thanksgiving, and praise to God.ਅਮਸਾਲ
Wisdom sayings offering guidance on moral living, relationships, and the fear of God.ਵਾਈਜ਼
Reflects on the meaning of life, exploring the futility of human endeavors and the pursuit of wisdom.ਗ਼ਜ਼ਲ ਅਲਗ਼ਜ਼ਲਾਤ
A poetic celebration of love, expressing deep romantic and spiritual devotion between lovers.ਯਸਈਆਹ
Prophecies of judgment and redemption, foretelling the Messiah's coming and Israel's restoration.ਯਰਮਿਆਹ
Warnings of Jerusalem's destruction, calls for repentance, and promises of a new covenant.ਨੂਹ
Poems mourning Jerusalem's destruction and expressing deep sorrow, yet hope in God's mercy.ਹਿਜ਼ ਕੀ ਐਲ
Visions and prophecies of Jerusalem's fall, Israel's restoration, and a future temple.ਦਾਨੀ ਐਲ
Stories of faithfulness in exile and visions of future kingdoms and God's ultimate victory.ਹੋ ਸੀਅ
A prophet's marriage symbolizes God's steadfast love for unfaithful Israel, calling for repentance.ਯਵਾਐਲ
Prophecies of a locust plague, judgment, and the outpouring of God's Spirit.ਆਮੋਸ
A call for social justice, condemning Israel's complacency and predicting divine judgment.ਅਬਦ ਯਾਹ
Prophecy against Edom for its betrayal of Israel, foretelling its destruction.ਯਵਨਾਹ
A reluctant prophet's mission to Nineveh, highlighting God's mercy towards repentance.ਮੀਕਾਹ
Warnings of judgment, calls for justice, and prophecies of a future ruler from Bethlehem.ਨਾ ਹੋਮ
The impending fall of Nineveh as God's judgment against Assyrian cruelty.ਹਬਕੋਕ
A prophet questions God's justice, leading to a vision of divine sovereignty and faith.ਸਫ਼ਨਿਆਹ
Prophecies of judgment on Judah and surrounding nations, with promises of restoration.ਹਜਿ
Encouragement to rebuild the temple after the Babylonian exile, emphasizing God's presence.ਜ਼ਿਕਰ ਯਾਹ
Visions and prophecies encouraging the returned exiles, foretelling the Messiah's coming.ਮਲਾਕੀ
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.ਖ਼ਰੋਜ
Israel's escape from Egypt, receiving the Law, and covenant formation at Mount Sinai.ਅਹਬਾਰ
Laws on sacrifices, purity, and holiness, guiding Israel's worship and community life.ਗਿਣਤੀ
Israel's wilderness journey, census data, and preparations for entering the Promised Land.ਅਸਤਸਨਾ
Moses' final speeches reiterating the Law and renewing Israel's covenant before entering Canaan.ਯਸ਼ਵਾ
Israel's conquest, division of Canaan, and Joshua's leadership in settling the Promised Land.ਕਜ਼ਾૃ
Israel's cycle of sin, oppression, and deliverance by judges, highlighting moral decline.ਰੁੱਤ
A story of loyalty and redemption, leading to Ruth becoming an ancestor of King David.੧ ਸਮੋਈਲ
Samuel's leadership, Saul's reign, and David's rise as Israel's future king.੨ ਸਮੋਈਲ
Focuses on King David's reign, his successes, personal failings, and the establishment of a united Israel.੧ ਸਲਾਤੀਨ
Solomon's reign, the temple's construction, and the kingdom's division after his death.੨ ਸਲਾਤੀਨ
Chronicles the history of Israel and Judah, detailing the reigns of their kings and the fall of Jerusalem.੧ ਤਵਾਰੀਖ਼
A retelling of Israel's history, focusing on David's reign and temple preparations.੨ ਤਵਾਰੀਖ਼
The history of Judah's kings, emphasizing temple worship, leading to Babylonian exile.ਅਜ਼ਰਾ
The return from exile, rebuilding the temple, and reestablishing the Law in Jerusalem.ਨਹਮਿਆਹ
Nehemiah's efforts to rebuild Jerusalem's walls and restore the community's faithfulness.ਆ ਸਤਰ
A Jewish queen's courage saves her people from a plot of genocide in Persia.ਅੱਯੂਬ
A righteous man's suffering, his dialogues on justice, and God's ultimate sovereignty.ਜ਼ਬੂਰ
A collection of songs and prayers expressing worship, lament, thanksgiving, and praise to God.ਅਮਸਾਲ
Wisdom sayings offering guidance on moral living, relationships, and the fear of God.ਵਾਈਜ਼
Reflects on the meaning of life, exploring the futility of human endeavors and the pursuit of wisdom.ਗ਼ਜ਼ਲ ਅਲਗ਼ਜ਼ਲਾਤ
A poetic celebration of love, expressing deep romantic and spiritual devotion between lovers.ਯਸਈਆਹ
Prophecies of judgment and redemption, foretelling the Messiah's coming and Israel's restoration.ਯਰਮਿਆਹ
Warnings of Jerusalem's destruction, calls for repentance, and promises of a new covenant.ਨੂਹ
Poems mourning Jerusalem's destruction and expressing deep sorrow, yet hope in God's mercy.ਹਿਜ਼ ਕੀ ਐਲ
Visions and prophecies of Jerusalem's fall, Israel's restoration, and a future temple.ਦਾਨੀ ਐਲ
Stories of faithfulness in exile and visions of future kingdoms and God's ultimate victory.ਹੋ ਸੀਅ
A prophet's marriage symbolizes God's steadfast love for unfaithful Israel, calling for repentance.ਯਵਾਐਲ
Prophecies of a locust plague, judgment, and the outpouring of God's Spirit.ਆਮੋਸ
A call for social justice, condemning Israel's complacency and predicting divine judgment.ਅਬਦ ਯਾਹ
Prophecy against Edom for its betrayal of Israel, foretelling its destruction.ਯਵਨਾਹ
A reluctant prophet's mission to Nineveh, highlighting God's mercy towards repentance.ਮੀਕਾਹ
Warnings of judgment, calls for justice, and prophecies of a future ruler from Bethlehem.ਨਾ ਹੋਮ
The impending fall of Nineveh as God's judgment against Assyrian cruelty.ਹਬਕੋਕ
A prophet questions God's justice, leading to a vision of divine sovereignty and faith.ਸਫ਼ਨਿਆਹ
Prophecies of judgment on Judah and surrounding nations, with promises of restoration.ਹਜਿ
Encouragement to rebuild the temple after the Babylonian exile, emphasizing God's presence.ਜ਼ਿਕਰ ਯਾਹ
Visions and prophecies encouraging the returned exiles, foretelling the Messiah's coming.ਮਲਾਕੀ
A call to covenant faithfulness, addressing Israel's spiritual apathy, and predicting Elijah's return.
ਨਵਾਂ ਨੇਮ
ਮੱਤੀ
Jesus' life, teachings, and fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies as the Messiah.ਮਰਕੁਸ
A fast-paced account of Jesus' ministry, focusing on his actions and sacrificial death.ਲੋਕਾ
Jesus' life, emphasizing compassion for the marginalized and the universal scope of salvation.ਯੂਹੰਨਾ
Theological reflections on Jesus as the Word of God, focusing on his divine nature and mission.ਰਸੂਲਾਂ ਦੇ ਕਰਤੱਬ
The early church's growth, the apostles' ministry, and the spread of the Gospel.ਰੋਮੀਆਂ
A theological treatise on salvation, grace, faith, and righteousness through Jesus Christ for all.੧ ਕੁਰਿੰਥੀਆਂ
Paul addresses divisions, immorality, and spiritual gifts in the Corinthian church.੨ ਕੁਰਿੰਥੀਆਂ
Paul's defense of his apostleship, his sufferings, and the power of God's grace.ਗਲਾਤੀਆਂ
Paul's defense of the Gospel of grace against legalism, emphasizing faith in Christ alone.ਅਫ਼ਸੀਆਂ
Paul's teachings on the church's unity, spiritual blessings in Christ, and Christian conduct.ਫ਼ਿਲਿੱਪੀਆਂ
A letter of joy and encouragement, urging humility and faithfulness amid persecution.ਕੁਲੁੱਸੀਆਂ
Paul's emphasis on Christ's supremacy and warnings against false teachings.੧ ਥੱਸਲੁਨੀਕੀਆਂ
Encouragement to a young church, with teachings on holiness and Christ's return.੨ ਥੱਸਲੁਨੀਕੀਆਂ
Clarifications about Christ's return and exhortations to stand firm in faith.੧ ਤਿਮੋਥਿਉਸ
Guidance for church leadership, sound teaching, moral conduct, and defending the truth of the gospel.੨ ਤਿਮੋਥਿਉਸ
Paul's final exhortations to Timothy, emphasizing perseverance and faithfulness.ਤੀਤੁਸ
Instructions for establishing order in the church, promoting sound doctrine, and living with integrity.ਫ਼ਿਲੇਮੋਨ
A personal appeal for the forgiveness and restoration of a runaway slave, Onesimus.ਇਬਰਾਨੀਆਂ
An insightful look at Christ's supremacy, priesthood, and the fulfillment of prophecies.ਯਾਕੂਬ
Practical wisdom on living out one's faith through good works and righteous behavior.੧ ਪਤਰਸ
Encouragement for suffering Christians to remain faithful and hopeful in their trials.੨ ਪਤਰਸ
A reminder to grow in faith, resist false teachings, and remain steadfast awaiting His return.੧ ਯੂਹੰਨਾ
Teachings on love, obedience, and assurance of salvation through fellowship with God.੨ ਯੂਹੰਨਾ
A letter encouraging love, obedience to God's commands, caution against teachings that deny Christ's truth.੩ ਯੂਹੰਨਾ
A personal letter commending hospitality and warning against arrogance in church leadership.ਯਹੂ ਦਾਹ
A strong warning against false teachers and a passionate call to defend the faith and uphold the truth.ਪਰਕਾਸ਼ ਦੀ ਪੋਥੀ
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.ਮਰਕੁਸ
A fast-paced account of Jesus' ministry, focusing on his actions and sacrificial death.ਲੋਕਾ
Jesus' life, emphasizing compassion for the marginalized and the universal scope of salvation.ਯੂਹੰਨਾ
Theological reflections on Jesus as the Word of God, focusing on his divine nature and mission.ਰਸੂਲਾਂ ਦੇ ਕਰਤੱਬ
The early church's growth, the apostles' ministry, and the spread of the Gospel.ਰੋਮੀਆਂ
A theological treatise on salvation, grace, faith, and righteousness through Jesus Christ for all.੧ ਕੁਰਿੰਥੀਆਂ
Paul addresses divisions, immorality, and spiritual gifts in the Corinthian church.੨ ਕੁਰਿੰਥੀਆਂ
Paul's defense of his apostleship, his sufferings, and the power of God's grace.ਗਲਾਤੀਆਂ
Paul's defense of the Gospel of grace against legalism, emphasizing faith in Christ alone.ਅਫ਼ਸੀਆਂ
Paul's teachings on the church's unity, spiritual blessings in Christ, and Christian conduct.ਫ਼ਿਲਿੱਪੀਆਂ
A letter of joy and encouragement, urging humility and faithfulness amid persecution.ਕੁਲੁੱਸੀਆਂ
Paul's emphasis on Christ's supremacy and warnings against false teachings.੧ ਥੱਸਲੁਨੀਕੀਆਂ
Encouragement to a young church, with teachings on holiness and Christ's return.੨ ਥੱਸਲੁਨੀਕੀਆਂ
Clarifications about Christ's return and exhortations to stand firm in faith.੧ ਤਿਮੋਥਿਉਸ
Guidance for church leadership, sound teaching, moral conduct, and defending the truth of the gospel.੨ ਤਿਮੋਥਿਉਸ
Paul's final exhortations to Timothy, emphasizing perseverance and faithfulness.ਤੀਤੁਸ
Instructions for establishing order in the church, promoting sound doctrine, and living with integrity.ਫ਼ਿਲੇਮੋਨ
A personal appeal for the forgiveness and restoration of a runaway slave, Onesimus.ਇਬਰਾਨੀਆਂ
An insightful look at Christ's supremacy, priesthood, and the fulfillment of prophecies.ਯਾਕੂਬ
Practical wisdom on living out one's faith through good works and righteous behavior.੧ ਪਤਰਸ
Encouragement for suffering Christians to remain faithful and hopeful in their trials.੨ ਪਤਰਸ
A reminder to grow in faith, resist false teachings, and remain steadfast awaiting His return.੧ ਯੂਹੰਨਾ
Teachings on love, obedience, and assurance of salvation through fellowship with God.੨ ਯੂਹੰਨਾ
A letter encouraging love, obedience to God's commands, caution against teachings that deny Christ's truth.੩ ਯੂਹੰਨਾ
A personal letter commending hospitality and warning against arrogance in church leadership.ਯਹੂ ਦਾਹ
A strong warning against false teachers and a passionate call to defend the faith and uphold the truth.ਪਰਕਾਸ਼ ਦੀ ਪੋਥੀ
Apocalyptic visions of God's ultimate victory, Christ's return, and the new heaven and earth.
