Holy Scripture

American

Or Holy Scriptures

noun

Scripture.

Holy Scripture British

noun

another term for Scripture

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A service of Holy Eucharist with prayers, readings from Holy Scripture and a short sermon will be held in the Great Choir at noon.

From Washington Post • Feb. 24, 2017

Readings from Holy Scripture, congregational hymns, choral anthems and instrumental music.

From Washington Post • Dec. 16, 2016

I can quote the Holy Scripture chapter and verse to prove it.

From Salon • Jul. 19, 2015

Quran is the Muslim Holy Scripture -- like the New Testament for Christians or the Old Testament for the Jews.

From Salon • Feb. 26, 2011

A thoughtful and practical commentary on a book of Holy Scripture which needs much spiritual wisdom for its exposition....

From Our Journey to the Hebrides by Pennell, Elizabeth Robins

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