the Bible

noun

: the book of sacred writings used in the Christian religion

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For them, God’s plan in history, revealed to humanity in the Bible, was now unfolding in the Holy Land. Shalom Goldman, The Conversation, 12 Mar. 2026 During the Last Supper of Jesus in the Bible, 13 people were seated at the table, which took place on a Thursday. Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 12 Mar. 2026 Stone said parts of the Bible instructs people how to shave. Idaho Statesman, 11 Mar. 2026 For those who teach their children about the Bible, this movie is a great way to introduce kids and tweens to the entertaining story of redemption and purpose. Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 9 Mar. 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 17 Mar. 2026.

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