Definition

A passage or excerpt from a text, often used in religious services, that is read aloud.

Example

The priest read a pericope from the Bible during the service.

Conversation

I found this interesting pericope in the book I was reading.

Oh really? What was it about?

It was a selection that discussed forgiveness and kindness.

That sounds like a meaningful pericope to reflect on.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pericope → It is formed from "peri-" (meaning around) and "kopē" (from Greek "kopē", meaning cutting). The word refers to a passage or section that is cut out from a larger text, often used in religious contexts to denote a specific reading or excerpt.

Memory Tip

Think of a passage that is 'cut out' ('kopē') from a larger text, and 'around' ('peri-') indicates its surrounding context. This helps you remember that a pericope is a selected reading from a larger work.

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