the Bible

noun

: the book of sacred writings used in the Christian religion

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But Father Steve Josoma, pastor of the parish, has so far refused to remove the Nativity, arguing at a recent news conference that the commentary is in keeping with the Bible. Chelsea Bailey, CNN Money, 15 Dec. 2025 In a video, she can be seen lifting the Bible from the ashes and flipping through its pages — which appear intact and unmarked despite the extensive damage to numerous objects around it. Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 14 Dec. 2025 According to Snyder's interview with The Christian Post, her uncle Rich Snyder was the first to incorporate the Bible verses on wrappers and cups. Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 12 Dec. 2025 After its account of Jesus’ birth, the Bible is almost entirely silent on his childhood. Mary Dzon, The Conversation, 12 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for the Bible

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