scripture
//ˈskrɪp.tʃər//
Noun
scriptureSingular
scripturesPlural
1
The sacred writings of a religion, especially the Bible.
She reads scripture every morning before breakfast.
2
A passage or text from a sacred book.
The priest read a scripture from the Bible during the ceremony.
3
Any writing or book regarded as authoritative.
For many scientists, Darwin's works are considered scripture in the field of evolutionary biology.