scriptural

adjective

scrip·​tur·​al ˈskrip(t)-sh(ə-)rəl How to pronounce scriptural (audio)
Synonyms of scripturalnext
: of, relating to, contained in, or according to a sacred writing
especially : biblical
lengthy scriptural passages
scripturally adverb

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The My Faith Assistant app helps provide scriptural translations to tens of thousands of users. — Brian Unger, CBS News, 16 Dec. 2025 In his reading, scriptural commands to welcome the stranger and to obey authorities aren’t necessarily at odds. — Sophie Hills, Christian Science Monitor, 9 Feb. 2026 The ceremonies will include the singing of the scriptural prophecies concerning the passion and the crucifixion and the singing of the passion proper, followed by the veneration of the cross. — From Staff Reports, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 2 Apr. 2026 Some of this programming echoes apocalyptic ideas from American figures promoting the war, drawing on scriptural interpretations long present in evangelical teachings. — Febe Armanios, The Conversation, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for scriptural

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First Known Use

1578, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of scriptural was in 1578

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“Scriptural.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scriptural. Accessed 9 Jul. 2026.

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scriptural

adjective
scrip·​tur·​al ˈskrip-chə-rəl How to pronounce scriptural (audio)
ˈskrip-shrəl
: of, relating to, or agreeing with a sacred writing
especially : biblical
scripturally
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adverb

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