Scriptures

Example Sentences

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By 1534, Henry’s bishops were urging the king to authorize a new English translation of the Scriptures to help unify his realm.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

And while Mr. Johnston applauds the rise of digital Scriptures, he hasn’t abandoned print outside of the pulpit.

From Washington Times • Dec. 7, 2023

Scriptures and other forms of writing now became more accessible, spreading ideas from the elites to the masses.

From Textbooks • Apr. 19, 2023

Mr. Richmond wrote, “I have a meager knowledge of the Holy Scriptures, but am aware of the all-important injunction to remember.”

From New York Times • Oct. 4, 2022

“It has the ring of the Scriptures about it, Jeth,” she said.

From "Across Five Aprils" by Irene Hunt