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Lektionar

lectionary

noun lek-tsio-NAHR Rare
Arts & Culture Religion

Origin: from Latin lectionarium

Usage Note

Lektionar is the liturgical book containing the scripture passages (Lesungen) to be read at services throughout the church year. Both Catholic and Protestant churches use structured lectionaries. The three-year cycle (Lesejahr A, B, C) is widely followed.

Examples

"Der Lektor schlug das Lektionar auf und las die vorgesehene Bibelstelle vor."

Natural Translation

The lector opened the lectionary and read the designated Bible passage.

Literal Translation

The lector opened the lectionary and read the prescribed Bible-passage.

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