Date: August 6, 2017
New American Bible readings
Catholic Pastoral Edition readings
New American Bible readings
First reading (Daniel 7: 9–10 and 13–14)
A reading from the book of Daniel.
As I watched: Thrones were set up and the Ancient One took his throne. His clothing was bright as snow, and the hair on his head as white as wool; his throne was flames of fire, with wheels of burning fire. A surging stream of fire flowed out from where he sat. Thousands upon thousands were ministering to him, and myriads upon myriads attended him. The court was convened and the books were opened. As the visions during the night continued, I saw: One like a Son of man coming, on the clouds of heaven. When he reached the Ancient One and was presented before him, the one like a Son of man received dominion, glory, and kingship; all peoples, nations, and languages serve him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that shall not be taken away, his kingship shall not be destroyed.
Second reading (2 Peter 1: 16–19)
A reading from the second letter of Saint Peter.
Beloved: We did not follow cleverly devised myths when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we had been eyewitnesses of his majesty. For he received honor and glory from God the Father when that unique declaration came to him from the majestic glory, “This is my Son, my beloved, with whom I am well pleased.” We ourselves heard this voice come from heaven while we were with him on the holy mountain. Moreover, we possess the prophetic message that is altogether reliable. You will do well to be attentive to it, as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts.
Gospel (Matthew 17: 1–9)
A reading from the holy Gospel according to Matthew.
Jesus took Peter, James, and his brother, John, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. And he was transfigured before them; his face shone like the sun and his clothes became white as light. And behold, Moses and Elijah appeared to them, conversing with him. Then Peter said to Jesus in reply, “Lord, it is good that we are here. If you wish, I will make three tents here, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” While he was still speaking, behold, a bright cloud cast a shadow over them, then from the cloud came a voice that said, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him.” When the disciples heard this, they fell prostrate and were very much afraid. But Jesus came and touched them, saying, “Rise, and do not be afraid.” And when the disciples raised their eyes, they saw no one else but Jesus alone. As they were coming down from the mountain, Jesus charged them, “Do not tell the vision to anyone until the Son of Man has been raised from the dead.”
Jesus took Peter, James, and his brother, John, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. And he was transfigured before them; his face shone like the sun and his clothes became white as light. And behold, Moses and Elijah appeared to them, conversing with him. Then Peter said to Jesus in reply, “Lord, it is good that we are here. If you wish, I will make three tents here, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” While he was still speaking, behold, a bright cloud cast a shadow over them, then from the cloud came a voice that said, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him.” When the disciples heard this, they fell prostrate and were very much afraid. But Jesus came and touched them, saying, “Rise, and do not be afraid.” And when the disciples raised their eyes, they saw no one else but Jesus alone. As they were coming down from the mountain, Jesus charged them, “Do not tell the vision to anyone until the Son of Man has been raised from the dead.”
Catholic Pastoral Edition readings
First Reading (Daniel 7: 9–10 and 13–14)
A reading from the book of Daniel.
I looked at saw the following: Some thrones were set in place and One of Great Age took his seat. His robe was white as snow, his hair white as washed wool. His throne was flames of fire with wheels of blazing fire. A river of fire sprang forth and flowed before him. Thousands upon thousands served him and a countless multitude stood before him. Those in the tribunal took their seats and opened the book. I continued watching the nocturnal vision: One like a son of man came on the clouds of heaven. He faced the One of Great Age and was brought into his presence. Dominion, honor and kingship were given him, and all the peoples and nations of every language served him. His dominion is eternal and shall never pass away; his kingdom will never be destroyed.
Second Reading (2 Peter 1: 16–19)
A reading from the second letter of Saint Peter.
Indeed, what we taught you about the power and the return of Christ Jesus our Lord was not drawn from myths or formulated theories. We ourselves were eyewitnesses of his majesty, when he received glory and honor from God the Father, when from the magnificent Glory this most extraordinary word came upon him: "This is my believed Son, this is my Chosen One." We ourselves heard this voice from heaven when we were with him on the holy mountain. Therefore, we believe most firmly in the message of the prophets which you should consider rightly as a lamp shining in a dark place, until the break of day, when the Morning Star shines in your hearts.
Gospel (Matthew 17: 1–9)
A reading from the holy Gospel according to Matthew.
Six days later, Jesus took with him Peter and James and his brother John and led them up a high mountain where they were alone. Jesus' appearance was changed before them: his face shone like the sun and his clothes became bright as light. Just then Moses and Elijah appeared to them, talking with Jesus. Peter spoke and said to Jesus, "Master, it is good that we are here. If you so wish, I will make three tents: one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah." Peter was still speaking when a bright cloud covered them in its shadow, and a voice from the cloud said, "This is my Son, the Beloved, my Chosen One. Listen to him." One hearing the voice, the disciples fell to the ground, full of fear. But Jesus came, touched them and said, "Stand up, do not be afraid." When they raised their eyes, they no longer saw anyone except Jesus. And as they came down the mountain, Jesus commanded them not to tell anyone what they had just seen, until the Son of Man be raised from the dead.
Responsorial psalm (Psalm 97) (Verses 1–2, 5–6 and 9)
ReplyDeleteThe response is: The Lord is king, the Most High over all the earth.
• The LORD is king; let the earth rejoice; let the many islands be glad. Clouds and darkness are round about him, justice and judgment are the foundation of his throne.
• The mountains melt like wax before the LORD, before the LORD of all the earth. The heavens proclaim his justice, and all peoples see his glory.
• Because you, O LORD, are the Most High over all the earth, exalted far above all gods.
The responsorial psalm is taken from the New American Bible.
DeleteResponsorial psalm (Psalm 97) (Verses 1–2, 5–6 and 9)
ReplyDeleteThe response is: The Lord is king, the Most High over all the earth.
• The Lord reigns; let the earth rejoice; let the distant islands be glad. Clouds and darkness surround him; justice and right are his throne.
• The mountains melt like wax before the Lord, the Lord of all the earth. The heavens proclaim his justice, all peoples see his glory.
• For you are the Master of the universe, exalted far above all gods.
The responsorial psalm is taken from the Catholic Pastoral Edition Bible.
DeletePrimera lectura (Daniel 7: 9–10 y 13–14)
ReplyDeleteUna lectura del libro del profeta Daniel.
Yo estuve mirando hasta que fueron colocados unos tronos y un Anciano se sentó. Su vestidura era blanca como la nieve y los cabellos de su cabeza como la lana pura; su trono, llamas de fuego, con ruedas de fuego ardiente. Un río de fuego brotaba y corría delante de él. Miles de millares lo servían, y centenares de miles estaban de pie en su presencia. El tribunal se sentó y fueron abiertos unos libros. Yo estaba mirando, en las visiones nocturnas, y vi que venía sobre las nubes del cielo como un Hijo de hombre; él avanzó hacia el Anciano y lo hicieron acercar hasta él. Y le fue dado el dominio, la gloria y el reino, y lo sirvieron todos los pueblos, naciones y lenguas. Su dominio es un dominio eterno que no pasará, y su reino no será destruido.
Salmo responsorial (Salmo 97) (Versículos 1–2, 5–6 y 9)
La respuesta es: El Señor es rey, el Altísimo sobre toda la tierra.
• ¡El Señor reina! Alégrese la tierra, regocíjense las islas incontables. Nubes y Tinieblas lo rodean, la Justicia y el Derecho son la base de su trono.
• Las montañas se derriten como cera delante del Señor, que es el dueño de toda la tierra. Los cielos proclaman su justicia y todos los pueblos contemplan su gloria.
• Porque tú, Señor, eres el Altísimo: estás por encima de toda la tierra, mucho más alto que todos los dioses.
Segunda lectura (2 Pedro 1: 16–19)
Una lectura de la segunda carta de san Pedro.
En efecto, no hemos sacado de fábulas o de teorías inventadas lo que les hemos enseñado sobre el poder y la venida de Cristo Jesús, nuestro Señor. Con nuestros propios ojos hemos contemplado su majestad cuando recibió de Dios Padre gloria y honor. En efecto llegó sobre él la propia palabra de la gloriosa Majestad: “Este es mi Hijo muy querido, el que me agradó elegir.” Nosotros mismos escuchamos esa voz venida del cielo estando con él en el monte santo. A consecuencia de esto creemos más firmemente en el mensaje de los profetas, y deben tenerlo como una lámpara que luce en un lugar oscuro, hasta que se levante el día y el lucero de la mañana brille en sus corazones.
Evangelio (Mateo 17: 1–9)
Una lectura del Evangelio Santo según el san Mateo.
Seis días después, Jesús tomó consigo a Pedro, a Santiago y a su hermano Juan, y los llevó aparte a un monte alto. A la vista de ellos su aspecto cambió completamente: su cara brillaba como el sol y su ropa se volvió blanca como la luz. En seguida vieron a Moisés y Elías hablando con Jesús. Pedro tomó la palabra y dijo a Jesús: “Señor, ¡qué bueno es que estemos aquí! Si quieres, levantaré aquí tres tiendas: una para ti, otra para Moisés y otra para Elías.” Estaba Pedro todavía hablando cuando una nube luminosa los cubrió con su sombra y una voz que salía de la nube dijo: “¡Este es mi Hijo, el Amado; éste es mi Elegido, escúchenlo!” Al oír esto, los discípulos cayeron con el rostro en tierra, llenos de temor. Jesús se acercó a ellos, y tocándolos, les dijo: “Levántense, no tengan miedo.” Ellos levantaron los ojos, pero ya no vieron a nadie más que a Jesús. Mientras bajaban del monte, Jesús les ordenó: “No hablen a nadie de esta visión, hasta que el Hijo del hombre resucite de entre los muertos.”
This is the Gospel Acclamation for the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord.
ReplyDeleteAlleluia, alleluia, alleluia.
This is my Beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him.
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia.
The priest's homily lasted for 16'23"84.
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