LookItUpscripture
Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /ˈskrɪptʃər/ · UK /ˈskrɪptʃə/
Forms: scriptures
scripture means: A book or piece of writing that a religion considers holy.
noun
A book or piece of writing that a religion considers holy.
- They study scripture every morning.
- Different religions have their own scriptures.
- The teacher explained a difficult passage from scripture.
A short section or verse from the Bible.
- She read a scripture aloud.
- The pastor chose a scripture about forgiveness.
- He quoted several scriptures during his sermon.
A holy Hindu text used in religious worship or ceremonies.
- The priest chanted scripture during worship.
- This Hindu scripture is used in temple ceremonies.
- They studied the Sanskrit words of the scripture before the ritual.
A statement treated as completely true and not open to question.
- His followers treated every opinion as scripture.
- The manager's words became scripture within the company.
- She refused to accept his advice as scripture.
Questions about scripture
What does scripture mean?
A book or piece of writing that a religion considers holy.
What is scripture in other languages?
Türkçe: kutsal kitap · Español: escritura sagrada · Français: Écriture sainte · Deutsch: heilige Schrift · Italiano: scrittura sacra · 日本語: 聖典
How do you pronounce scripture?
In American English /ˈskrɪptʃər/; in British English /ˈskrɪptʃə/.
How do you use scripture in a sentence?
They study scripture every morning. Different religions have their own scriptures.
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