Overview
The Bible addresses scriptures across 4 verses, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments. These passages cluster most in John, Jeremiah and 2 Timothy. Closely related themes include Word of God, Nicodemus, Scriptures, the and Life. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Jesus.
Key Bible verses about scriptures
Old Testament
New Testament
John
People in the Bible and scriptures
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying scriptures for yourself
- Begin with Jeremiah 30:2, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how John, Jeremiah and 2 Timothy each treat the theme.
- Consider the lives of Jesus and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Word of God, Nicodemus, Scriptures, the and Life.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about scriptures?
The Bible addresses scriptures across 4 verses, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments. These passages cluster most in John, Jeremiah and 2 Timothy. Closely related themes include Word of God, Nicodemus, Scriptures, the and Life. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Jesus.
How many Bible verses are about scriptures?
The Bible references scriptures in 4 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention scriptures?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Jeremiah 30:2: “Thus speaketh the LORD God of Israel, saying, Write thee all the words that I have spoken unto thee in a book.”
Which people in the Bible are associated with scriptures?
Jesus.
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