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scripture

Meaning of “scripture”

The sacred writing or writings given by inspiration of God, whether taken collectively or as a particular passage.

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Direct Scripture definitionKJV context and cross-referencesCawdrey 1604Webster 1828
32 occurrences32 verses12 booksKJV PCE

First occurrence: Daniel 10:21

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Romans 9:17
For the scripture saith unto Pharaoh, Even for this same purpose have I raised thee up, that I might shew my power in thee, and that my name might be declared throughout all the earth.
1 word occurrence in this verse
The 1611 reading & marginal notes
1611 witness · Romans 9:17 · retained source text

For the Scripture saith vnto Pharaoh, Euen for this same purpose haue I raised thee vp, that I might shew my power in thee, and that my Name might bee declared throughout all the earth.

1611 marginal noteExod 9.16.

Romans 10:11
For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed.
1 word occurrence in this verse
The 1611 reading & marginal notes
1611 witness · Romans 10:11 · retained source text

For the Scripture saith, Whosoeuer beleeueth on him, shall not bee ashamed.

1611 marginal noteEsa. 28.16.

Romans 11:2
God hath not cast away his people which he foreknew. Wot ye not what the scripture saith of Elias? how he maketh intercession to God against Israel, saying,
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1611 witness · Romans 11:2 · retained source text

God hath not cast away his people which hee foreknew. Wote yee not what the Scripture saieth of Elias? how hee maketh intercession to God against Israel, saying,

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2 Timothy 3:16

All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:

Acts 1:16

Men and brethren, this scripture must needs have been fulfilled, which the Holy Ghost by the mouth of David spake before concerning Judas, which was guide to them that took Jesus.

John 10:35

If he called them gods, unto whom the word of God came, and the scripture cannot be broken;

Historical English dictionary sources

Historical definitions

In its primary sense, a writing; any thing written. Appropriately, and by way of distinction, the books of the Old and New Testament; the Bible.

volume 2, leaf 538, column 2 (noun entry, senses 1-2)