Usage Note
Bibelstunde is a Protestant meeting, often mid-week, where a passage of scripture is read, explained, and discussed by a group. It is a cornerstone of lay Protestant piety, especially in Pietist circles.
Examples
"Er besucht seit Jahren regelmäßig die Bibelstunde im Gemeindehaus."
Natural Translation
He has been attending the scripture study session in the parish hall regularly for years.
Literal Translation
He visits since years regularly the Bible-hour in the community-house.
Related Words
- Abendmahl Holy Communion; Lord's Supper
- Abendmahlsfeier Communion service, Lord's Supper celebration
- Allerheiligen All Saints' Day
- Altarraum chancel, sanctuary (area around the altar)
- Andachtsbild devotional image; prayer image
- Aschermittwoch Ash Wednesday
- Beichtgeheimnis seal of confession
- Bibelkreis Bible study group; Bible circle
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