scriptural

[ skrip-cher-uhl ]

adjective

1. (sometimes initial capital letter) of, relating to, or in accordance with sacred writings, especially the Scriptures.
2. rendered in or related to writing.

ˈscriptural

/ ˈskrɪptʃərəl /

adjective

1. often capital of, in accordance with, or based on Scripture
2. of or relating to writing

Derived Forms

• ˈscripturally, adverb

Other Words From

• scriptur·al·ly adverb
• scriptur·al·ness noun
• anti·scriptur·al adjective
• non·scriptur·al adjective
• pro-Scriptur·al adjective
• un·scriptur·al adjective
• un·scriptur·al·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of scriptural¹

From the Late Latin word scrīptūrālis, dating back to 1635–45. See Scripture, -al ¹

Example Sentences

Citing scriptural commands to seek justice, he said he was speaking out despite the risks to encourage compassion.

From New York Times

“He was a great pope, a marvellous pope. He was able to explain the scriptural matters of faith and also the traditional teachings of the Church,” said Father Callistus Kahale Kabindama, a priest from Zambia.

From Reuters

If the Bible was distorted to justify African enslavement, which I assume you reject, do you ever question the limits of scriptural interpretations to understand the state of affairs today?

From Salon

“But you also get a sharper outcome, and I believe our relationship has reflected that scriptural principle.”

From Seattle Times

Lee’s 2020 remarks comparing Trump to Captain Moroni, a scriptural hero in the Book of Mormon, alienated some members of the faith and is the subject of a recent McMullin attack ad.

From Seattle Times