read from scripture

Frequency: 7.512.3 per million words

To read aloud a passage from scripture, often in a religious service.

scriptureVERB + NOUN

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read from

Examples (10)

  • She read from the scriptures.
  • The pastor will read from the scriptures at the service.
  • Every Sunday, we read from the scriptures for guidance.
  • He was asked to read from scripture during the morning devotion.
  • Could you please read from the holy scriptures for us?
  • Many people find comfort when they read from the scriptures.
  • The sermon began after the minister had read from scripture.
  • It is customary to read from the scriptures at funerals.
  • Students learn to read from scripture in religious studies class.
  • Before the prayer, the leader always reads from the scriptures.