scriptures

Meanings

• noun

  Sacred texts or writings of a religion, containing teachings, laws, and historical records.

  - "The Bible is a collection of scriptures for Christians."
  - "The Koran is the holy scripture of Islam."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with scriptures
script , scriptureless , prescribe

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Variants

List of all variants of scriptures that leads to same result
scripture , scriptures

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Latin scriptura meaning 'writing', from scribere 'to write'.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The Bible is the best-selling book of all time, with over 5 billion copies sold.

2. The oldest known surviving scripture is the Dead Sea Scrolls, dating back to around 250 BC.

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Related Concepts

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1. religion: Scriptures are closely related to religion, as they often contain the teachings and beliefs of a particular faith.

2. text: Scriptures are a type of text, containing written information and meaning.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Scriptures have played a significant role in various cultures and religions throughout history. They have been used for teaching moral values, preserving history, and providing spiritual guidance. In literature, scriptures have been referenced and alluded to in countless works, from Dante's Inferno to Shakespeare's plays. In art, they have been depicted in paintings, sculptures, and other forms of visual art. In music, they have been the subject of hymns, spirituals, and other religious music.

How to Memorize "scriptures"

1. visualize
   

   - To memorize scriptures, visualize the scenes and stories described in them.
   - Close your eyes and imagine yourself in the setting of a scripture, such as the Garden of Eden or the Last Supper.

2. associate
   

   - Associate scriptures with memorable phrases or verses to help remember their contents.
   - For example, associate the Lord's Prayer with the mnemonic 'Please use these words.'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use acronyms or other mnemonic devices to help remember the contents of scriptures.
   - For example, use the acronym 'HOMES' to remember the books of the Old Testament: History, Overview, Major Prophets, Minor Prophets, and Esther.

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