TAIZÉDaily Bible readings
These short readings are those read, day by day, at community prayer in Taizé. The Bible reference given indicates a slightly longer passage.
2026
SUN, 9 August
Jesus went up into the hills by himself to pray. When evening came he was there, alone.
Matthew 14:23
Mon, 10 August
The Lord says: I will cure my people of their disloyalty, I shall love them with all my heart. I hear them and watch over them.
Hosea 14:5-9
Tue, 11 August
God fashioned man from the soil of the ground, God breathed a breath of life into his nostrils and man became a living being.
Genesis 2:7
Wed, 12 August
May God be blessed for ever and ever. God reveals deep and hidden things and knows what lies in darkness. Light dwells with God.
Daniel 2:20-22
Thu, 13 August
It is God’s will that you should be made holy.
1 Thessalonians 4:3
Fri, 14 August
You guide me, Lord, on paths of righteousness. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will fear no evil, for you are with me.
Psalms 23:3-4
Sat, 15 August
When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, the child leapt in her womb. And Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit and exclaimed with a loud cry, “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb.”
Luke 1:41-42
SUN, 16 August
Jesus said to the Canaanite woman: Woman, you have great faith! May your wish be granted.
Matthew 15:28
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