Tag: Bible

Not Anglican Enough

Earlier this summer I applied to study Theology (as an auditor; that is, as a non-accredited student) with a local Anglican seminary. For various reasons I was rejected which both surprised and disappointed me. I realise I am probably leaving it too late to 'appeal' in any way, but it has remained on my mind … Continue reading Not Anglican Enough

Serendipity!

I just thought I would share that I bought this 1959 Children’s Bible from e-bay which I found quite by chance while I was looking for something else. It is the "Children's Bible: God's Word to our Young Folk", first published in German as "Bilderbibel". The text is by W. Hillman OFM, and the illustrations … Continue reading Serendipity!

Shemini – Eighth

Shemini - Eighth Readings Torah: Leviticus 9:1-11:47 Haftarah: II Samuel 6:1 - 7:17 Gospel: Mark 14:1-72, Acts 10:9-22, 34-35 Outline The First Offerings of Aaron The Sin of Nadab and Abihu Restrictions for the Priesthood Laws of Kashrut Notes Parsha Shemini begins "And it came to pass on the eighth day..." as Aaron and his … Continue reading Shemini – Eighth

Vayikra – And He Called

Vayikra - And He Called Readings Torah: Leviticus 1:1-6:7 (5:26) Haftarah: Isaiah 43:21-44:23 Gospel: Mark 11:1-12:44, Hebrews 10:1-18 (suggested) Summary The Law of Burnt Offerings The Law of Meat Offerings The Law of Peace Offerings The Law of Sin Offerings Laws for the Congregation The Law of Trespass Offerings Notes I am posting now out … Continue reading Vayikra – And He Called

Pekudei – Accountings

Pekudei - Accountings Readings Torah: Exodus 38:21-40:38 Haftarah: 1 Kings 7:51-8:21 Gospel: Mark 10:1-52, II Corinthians 3:7-18 Outline Sum of the Offerings The Priestly Vestments The Tabernacle Articles Completed The Setting Up of the Tabernacle Consecration of Aaron and His Sons The Glory of the Lord Notes Pekudei is a much shorter portion than Vayakhel, … Continue reading Pekudei – Accountings

Vayakhel – And He Assembled

Vayakhel- And He Assembled Readings Torah: Exodus 35:1-38:20 Haftarah: 1 Kings 7:13-36, 40-50 Gospel: Mark 9:1-50, II Corinthians 9:6-11 Outline Regulations for the Sabbath Israel to Bring an Offering The Tabernacle Articles The People Bring Their Offering The Workmen Are Ready The People are Restrained from Bringing Any More Offerings The Making of the Tabernacle … Continue reading Vayakhel – And He Assembled

Ki Tisa – When You Raise (the Head)

Ki Tisa - When You Raise (the Head) Readings Torah: Exodus 30:11-34:35 Haftarah: 1 Kings 18:1-39 Gospel: Mark 7:1-8:38, 1 Corinthians 8:4-13 Outline Census The Laver The Anointing Oil and the Incense Craftsment to be Employed The Sabbath as a Sign Two Tablets of Stone The Golden Calf Moses Intercedes for Israel Moses breaks the … Continue reading Ki Tisa – When You Raise (the Head)

Tetzaveh – You Shall Command

Readings Torah: Exodus 27:20-30:10 Haftarah: Ezra 43:10-27 Gospel: Mark 5:1-6:56 Outline Summary The Tending of the Lamp The Garments for the Priesthood The Breastplate The Sacred Vestments The Consecration of Aaron and His Sons The Order of the Sacrifices The Daily Offerings God's Promise of His Presence The Altar of Incense Notes Tetzaveh begins with … Continue reading Tetzaveh – You Shall Command

Mishpatim – Judgements

Readings Torah: Exodus 21:1-24:18 Haftarah: Jeremiah 34:8-22, 33:25-26 Gospel: Mark 1:1-2:28 Outline Summary The Treatment of Servants Laws Concerning Violence Laws Concerning Responsibility of Owners Laws Concerning Restitution Laws of Human Relations Judgments Concluded The Three Appointed Feasts The Lord's Angel Sent to Lead Israel Moses and the Elders on Mount Sinai Notes Now we … Continue reading Mishpatim – Judgements

Yitro – Jethro

Readings Torah: Exodus 18:1-20:26 Haftarah: Isaiah 6:1-7:6, 9:5-6 Gospel: Matthew 27:1-28:20 Outline Summary Jethro visits Moses The Appointment of Judges Israel at Mount Sinai The Ten Commandments The People's Fear God Demands Exclusive Worship Notes Who is Yitro (Jethro)? Well, he is Moses' father-in-law, Zipporah's father, and a 'Priest of Midian'. There is some confusion … Continue reading Yitro – Jethro