Scripture

Famous quotes containing the word scripture:

    All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: that the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.
    —Bible: New Testament 2 Timothy 3:16-17.

    The Scripture was written to shew unto men the kingdom of God; and to prepare their minds to become his obedient subjects; leaving the world, and the Philosophy thereof, to the disputation of men, for the exercising of their natural Reason.
    Thomas Hobbes (1579–1688)

    The devil can cite Scripture for his purpose.
    William Shakespeare (1564–1616)