biblical
adjective
bib·li·cal
ˈbi-bli-kəl 
1
: of, relating to, or being in accord with the Bible (see bible sense 1)
a biblical passage
biblical references
2
: suggestive of the Bible or Bible times
his biblical beard
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This senseless act of violence is a stark reminder of the rising threats facing those who stand for biblical values.
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Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 July 2025
Inspire scores companies on a scale from -100 to +100 based on their adherence to biblical values.
—Sarah Cutler
updated July 22, Idaho Statesman, 22 July 2025
Like her biblical namesake, Ruth is loyal and steadfast to her friend, while Maria is independent and creative, often controlling the narrative of their relationship and even determining their future trajectories: Maria is an extrovert, so Ruth must be an introvert.
—Bekah Waalkes, The Atlantic, 22 July 2025
And in the process, millions of Christians were robbed of robust biblical teaching that speaks directly to the issues shaping our culture and elections.
—Lauren Cooley, Sun Sentinel, 21 July 2025
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Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 July 2025
Inspire scores companies on a scale from -100 to +100 based on their adherence to biblical values.
—Sarah Cutler
updated July 22, Idaho Statesman, 22 July 2025
Like her biblical namesake, Ruth is loyal and steadfast to her friend, while Maria is independent and creative, often controlling the narrative of their relationship and even determining their future trajectories: Maria is an extrovert, so Ruth must be an introvert.
—Bekah Waalkes, The Atlantic, 22 July 2025
And in the process, millions of Christians were robbed of robust biblical teaching that speaks directly to the issues shaping our culture and elections.
—Lauren Cooley, Sun Sentinel, 21 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for biblical
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“Biblical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/biblical. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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