scriptural
adjective/ˈskrɪptʃərəl/
Frequency rank: #15,339 most common English word
Meaning
relating to or based on sacred writings, especially the Bible.
Example sentence
The pastor supported his argument with scriptural references from both the Old and New Testaments.
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