scriptural
/'skriptʃərəl/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Relating to, based on, or contained in the Bible: Describes something that originates from, is consistent with, or is found within the Christian or Jewish scriptures (the Holy Bible).
- Pertaining to sacred writings or scriptures: Can refer more broadly to the authoritative religious texts of a faith.
Examples of Usage
- Adjective:
- The priest gave a scriptural interpretation of the parable. (The priest explained the story using the Bible as the source.)
- Her argument was supported by scriptural evidence. (Her point was backed up by quotes or principles from the Bible.)
- They follow a scriptural diet based on Old Testament laws. (Their dietary rules come from texts in the Bible.)
Advanced Usage
- "scriptural authority": The power or validity derived from being based on scripture.
- The doctrine's scriptural authority is widely accepted within the church.
- "scriptural canon": The officially accepted collection of books that constitute the Bible.
- Scholars debate the development of the scriptural canon.
Variants and Related Words
- Scripture (n, often capitalized as or ): The sacred writings of a religion, most commonly the Bible.
- He reads from Scripture every morning.
- Scripturally (adv): In a manner that is based on or conforms to scripture.
- The practice is scripturally justified.
Synonyms
- Biblical: Of, relating to, or contained in the Bible. (Often used interchangeably with ).
- Canonical: Accepted as part of a canon of scriptures; authoritative.
Related Phrases
- "to be scripturally sound": To be correct or valid according to the teachings of the Bible.
- The theologian's teaching was considered scripturally sound.
- "scriptural basis": The foundation in scripture for a belief or practice.
- The sermon explored the scriptural basis for forgiveness.
Adjective
- written or relating to writing
- of or pertaining to or contained in or in accordance with the Bible
- biblical names
- biblical Hebrew