the Bible

noun

: the book of sacred writings used in the Christian religion

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Forty days after Jesus’ birth, the Bible says, he was presented at the Temple in Jerusalem, in keeping with Jewish tradition. — Shushan Karapetian, The Conversation, 19 Oct. 2026 Something that truly was almost seen [as] conscious, which is very hard for someone like Olivia, who believes in Jesus and the Bible. — Senior Television, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026 Student walking across a grass field in front of the Bible building at Abilene Christian University. — Kevin Williams, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2026 Cota said Mercy Culture has candidates of choice based on how their morals align with the Bible but did not name them. — Rachel Royster. Produced With Ai Assistance, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the Bible

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“The Bible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20Bible. Accessed 26 Oct. 2026.

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