pericope (Meaning)
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pericope (n.)
A selection or extract from a book; especially (Theol.), a selection from the Bible, appointed to be read in the churches or used as a text for a sermon.
Synonyms & Antonyms of pericope
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pericope Sentence Examples
- The pericope from John 15:1-11 reads, "I am the vine; you are the branches.
- Whoever abides in me and I in him bears much fruit."
- The pericope in Matthew 28:18-20 relates Jesus' command to his disciples to preach and baptize all nations.
- The pericope of Mark 1:14-15 describes Jesus' proclamation of the Kingdom of God's arrival and his call for repentance.
- The pericope in Luke 10:25-37 teaches about loving one's neighbor through the parable of the Good Samaritan.
- The pericope from Acts 2:1-4 recounts the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the disciples and their subsequent speaking in other languages.
- The pericope in Romans 3:21-26 explains the doctrine of justification by faith apart from works of the law.
- The pericope in Galatians 5:16-26 contrasts the works of the flesh and the fruit of the Spirit.
- The pericope from Ephesians 2:1-10 reveals the grace of God's salvation and our new life in Christ.
- The pericope in 1 Peter 2:9-12 describes the role of believers as a holy priesthood and a chosen people.
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A selection or extract from a book; especially (Theol.), a selection from the Bible, appointed to be read in the churches or used as a text for a sermon.
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No antonyms found.
The pericope from John 15:1-11 reads, "I am the vine; you are the branches.
Whoever abides in me and I in him bears much fruit."
The pericope in Matthew 28:18-20 relates Jesus' command to his disciples to preach and baptize all nations.
The pericope of Mark 1:14-15 describes Jesus' proclamation of the Kingdom of God's arrival and his call for repentance.
