Translation guide
The English word "Scripture" refers to sacred writings, especially the Bible. In Japanese, the most common equivalent is 聖書 (seisho), which specifically means the Bible. For other religious texts, different terms are used.
To refer to the Christian Bible as a whole or its contents.
The standard word for the Bible. It can refer to the entire book or specific passages.
I read Scripture every day.
The words of Scripture are powerful.
Literally "words of the Bible," used to refer to a specific verse or teaching.
Let's memorize this Scripture.
A specific verse or passage from the Bible. Often used in church contexts.
Today's Scripture is John 3:16.
To refer to holy texts of religions other than Christianity.
To describe a book or writing that is treated as an ultimate authority in a field.
In English, 'Scripture' is often capitalized when referring to the Bible. In Japanese, 聖書 is not capitalized, but context makes the meaning clear. When referring to non-Christian texts, avoid using 聖書, as it specifically means the Bible.
イスラム教の聖典はコーランです。
The scripture of Islam is the Quran.
This dictionary is like scripture to me.