The Second Book of Chronicles
Translation in British English (The Second Book of the Chronicles) 1:1 Solomon, David’s son, found his reign fortified, the LORD his God by his side, elevating him to great heights. 1:2 Solomon addressed all Israel: the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, the judges, and every leader in all Israel, the patriarchs. 1:3 Together with […]
The General Epistle of Jude
Translation in British English 1:1 Jude, a bondsman of Jesus Christ and brother of James, addresses those consecrated by God the Father, shielded in Jesus Christ, and summoned: 1:2 May mercy, tranquility, and love be abundantly bestowed upon you. 1:3 Dear friends, while I was wholly dedicated to writing to you about our shared salvation, […]
The Third Epistle General of John
Translation in British English 1:1 The elder to the dearly beloved Gaius, whom I cherish in the truth. 1:2 Beloved, my foremost desire is that you may thrive and enjoy good health, just as your soul flourishes. 1:3 Great was my joy when brethren arrived bearing witness to your fidelity to the truth, living as […]
The First Epistle of John
Translation in British English 1:1 From the outset, that which we have intimately heard, beheld with our own eyes, gazed upon, and our hands have touched, concerning the Word of life; 1:2 For indeed, the life was revealed, and we have seen, testified, and proclaimed to you the eternal life, which was with the Father […]
The Second Epistle of Peter
Translation in British English 1:1 Simon Peter, servant and apostle of Jesus Christ, to those who have attained a faith of equal value to ours, through the righteousness of God and our Redeemer, Jesus Christ: 1:2 May grace and peace be richly multiplied to you, through your knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord. […]
The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to Philemon | Philemon Translation
Translation in British English 1:1 Paul, a captive for Christ Jesus, alongside Timothy our brother, to Philemon, our cherished friend and fellow worker, 1:2 and to our dear Apphia, and to Archippus, our comrade in arms, and to the congregation meeting in your home: 1:3 Wishing you grace and peace from God our Father and […]
The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Colossians, Colossians Translation
Translation in British English 1:1 Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the decree of God, alongside Timotheus, our brother, 1:2 To the devout and loyal brethren in Christ at Colosse: May grace and peace be bestowed upon you, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 1:3 We express our gratitude to God, […]
The Ladder of Divine Ascent: An Examination of Spiritual Journey
“The Ladder of Divine Ascent” by St. John Climacus, translated by Archimandrite Lazarus Moore, is a profound spiritual treatise that guides the reader on an ascetic journey towards divine enlightenment. St. John, an Abbot of Mount Sinai, originally composed this work for Abba John of Raithu, offering insights into the complexities of the human soul […]
Mark, Gospel of | Bishop Maximos Pafilis translation
The Gospel According to Saint Mark 1:1 At the outset, the good news of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, began; 1:2 As foretold by the prophets, “Behold, I send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way.” 1:3 A voice cries in the wilderness, “Prepare the way for the Lord, make his […]
Leviticus Translation
Leviticus 1:1 And the LORD addressed Moses, speaking from the tabernacle of meeting, thus: 1:2 “Convey to the children of Israel and say: If anyone among you wishes to present an offering to the LORD, let them bring cattle, either from the herds or the flocks. 1:3 Should the offering be a burnt sacrifice from […]
Genesis, Book of | Its Origins and Themes
The Book of Genesis, the first book of the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament, stands as a monumental work in religious literature. Traditionally ascribed to Moses, its exact authorship remains a topic of scholarly debate. Genesis, dated from the 6th to the 5th century BCE, forms the foundation of both Jewish and Christian […]
Gospel of Mark | A Comprehensive Analysis
The Gospel of Mark, believed to be the earliest of the four canonical gospels, presents a vivid and concise account of Jesus Christ’s ministry. Though its exact date of composition remains debated among scholars, most estimates place it between AD 65 and 75. Unlike other gospels, Mark’s narrative is notably more action-oriented, emphasizing deeds over […]
Gospel of John | Its Themes and Authorship
The Gospel of John, revered as a cornerstone of Christian theology, stands distinct among the four canonical Gospels in the New Testament. Its authorship, traditionally attributed to John the Apostle, remains a subject of scholarly debate. Unlike its synoptic counterparts – Matthew, Mark, and Luke – John’s Gospel delves deeply into theological concepts, emphasizing the […]