Daily 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, 23 August
Jesus asked his disciples: “Who do people say I am?” “Some say John the Baptist,” they answered, “some Elijah, and others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” “But you,” he said, “who do you say I am?” Peter spoke up and said, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.”
Matthew 16:13-16
Mon, 24 August
Jesus said: I did not come to judge the world, but to save it.
John 12:47
Tue, 25 August
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every kind of spiritual blessing.
Ephesians 1:3
Wed, 26 August
I have loved God’s wisdom more than health or beauty — even preferring her to the light, for her radiance will never cease.
Wisdom 7:10
Thu, 27 August
Jesus said: It is by your love for one another that everyone will recognize you as my disciples.
John 13:35
Fri, 28 August
Jesus prayed: My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass me by. Yet not as I will, but as you will.
Matthew 26:39
Sat, 29 August
Whoever loves their brother or sister lives in the light and need not be afraid of stumbling.
1 John 2:10
SUN, 30 August
Jesus said: Whoever tries to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for my sake will find it.
Matthew 16:25
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