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holy writ

/ˈhəʊli rɪt/

翻译: 指神圣的经文或宗教经典,常特指《圣经》或其他被视为神启的权威著作;也可比喻任何被视为不容置疑的权威文本或教义。

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/ˈhəʊli rɪt/C1formal
  • zh指神圣的经文或宗教经典,常特指《圣经》或其他被视为神启的权威著作;也可比喻任何被视为不容置疑的权威文本或教义。

A term referring to sacred scriptures or religious texts, often used to describe the Bible or other authoritative writings considered divinely inspired. It can also be used metaphorically to describe any text or doctrine regarded as unquestionably authoritative.

  1. Sacred religious textB2formal

    A term used to refer to the Bible or other sacred scriptures considered authoritative in a religion.

    zh圣经

    • The preacher quoted from Holy Writ during the sermon.
    • Many believers study Holy Writ for spiritual guidance.
    • Holy Writ is considered the foundation of Christian theology.
  2. Authoritative statementC1informal

    Used metaphorically to describe a statement or rule that is treated as unquestionably true or authoritative.

    zh金科玉律

    • He treats the company handbook as holy writ.
    • Some people regard the economist's theories as holy writ.
    • The manager's decision was accepted as holy writ by the team.