bibliolatry

[ bib-lee-ol-uh-tree ]

noun

1. excessive reverence for the Bible as literally interpreted.
2. extravagant devotion to or dependence upon books.

bibliolatry

/ ˌbɪblɪˈɒlətrɪ /

noun

1. excessive devotion to or reliance on the Bible
2. extreme fondness for books

Other Words From

• bibli·ola·ter bibli·ola·trist noun
• bibli·ola·trous adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of bibliolatry¹

First recorded in 1755–65; biblio- + -latry

Example Sentences

Wherever bibliolatry has prevailed, bigotry and cruelty have accompanied it.

From Project Gutenberg

Bibliolatry, the worship of the Bible, is responsible for the lack of the reasonable reverence these sacred writings merit.

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Bibliolatry, bib-li-ol′at-ri, n. superstitious reverence for the Bible.

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He was emasculated mentally as well as bodily through his bibliolatry.

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