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relating to, taken from, or found in the Bible
a biblical passage The city was a center for trade in biblical times.
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Following through with the biblical reference, there will be just two of each animal.
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Maya Ibbitson, Architectural Digest, 21 Sep. 2024
This Arabic name means ‘of the night,’ and is also the name of a biblical demon.
—Taylor Grothe, Parents, 9 Oct. 2024
Instead, like most Christian nationalists, the two men speak about protecting Judeo-Christian values and promoting a biblical worldview.
—Ava Kofman, ProPublica, 2 Oct. 2024
The name is inspired by the biblical story of Isaac, who came to Sarah and Abraham later in life.
—Yasmeen Hamadeh, People.com, 28 Sep. 2024
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Maya Ibbitson, Architectural Digest, 21 Sep. 2024
This Arabic name means ‘of the night,’ and is also the name of a biblical demon.
—Taylor Grothe, Parents, 9 Oct. 2024
Instead, like most Christian nationalists, the two men speak about protecting Judeo-Christian values and promoting a biblical worldview.
—Ava Kofman, ProPublica, 2 Oct. 2024
The name is inspired by the biblical story of Isaac, who came to Sarah and Abraham later in life.
—Yasmeen Hamadeh, People.com, 28 Sep. 2024
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Many practices of reading and scriptural hermeneutics associated with mysticism arose within the context of medieval Christianity, particularly monasticism.Simon Critchley, Harper's Magazine, 23 Sep. 2024
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The letter, addressed directly to Muse, was stuffed in a large manila envelope along with three pages of scriptural references.John Blake, CNN, 15 July 2024
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On social media, the holy grail of Frye boot finds are the pairs that have been passed down over generations.Sam Reed, Glamour, 31 Oct. 2024
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In Hollywood's relentless pursuit of reliable box office returns, pre-existing intellectual property has become the holy grail.Damion Taylor, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
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However, the long-standing liturgical celebrations invoked to pick a new pope are fascinating to behold.Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2024
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The term is derived from the Latin word adventus, meaning coming or arrival, and is historically the beginning of the liturgical year for most Christian churches in the West.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
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No matter her economic, social, racial or religious background, every girl is welcome in Girl Scouts.Enquirer staff, The Enquirer, 29 Oct. 2024
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During a religious summit near Atlanta earlier in the day, Trump encouraged Christian voters — a critical part of his constituency — to head to the polls.Karissa Waddick, USA TODAY, 29 Oct. 2024
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One thing is for certain in all observing communities: The lively adornment of sacred spaces, including the home and one’s altar, is a big part of this celebration.Prinita Thevarajah, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2024
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Blending natural surroundings with therapeutic practices, Sana’s design evokes the sacred cenotes of the Yucatán, where Mayan communities would gather for ritualistic healing.Caroline Tell, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
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Chabot College Library and Learning Center held a ceremonial opening last week, but students have already gone so often that it’s quickly become a campus cornerstone.Chase Hunter, The Mercury News, 29 Oct. 2024
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The Celts lit a ceremonial fire to usher in a new season during the festival.Brittany Anas, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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“Biblical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/biblical. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.
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