Religious scripture (Media type)
Writings considered sacred and central to the teachings and beliefs of a particular religion.
The Collection of Divine Messages of the Cao Đài Religion of God
"The Collection of Divine Messages" (Thánh Ngôn Hiệp Tuyển), a key scripture of the Đạo Cao Đài religion, was compiled in 1926, encapsulating the divine teachings and revelations central to this Vietnamese religious movement. This collection is comprised of two volumes of messages, believed to be communicated by the Supreme Being and various Divine Spirits to the followers of Đạo Cao Đài. →
Tanakh
The Tanakh, also known as the Hebrew Bible, is the canonical collection of Jewish texts, which is also a significant part of Christian scriptures. It is divided into three sections: the Torah (Teaching or Law), the Nevi'im (Prophets), and the Ketuvim (Writings). The word Tanakh is an acronym derived from these three divisions. →
Kitáb-I-Aqdas
The Kitáb-i-Aqdas, known as "The Most Holy Book," is the central book of the Bahá'í Faith, written by Bahá’u’lláh, the founder of the faith. Composed in the 19th century, this sacred text lays down the laws, principles, and institutions for the Bahá'í community, and is considered the charter for a future global civilization. The Kitáb-i-Aqdas not only provides laws and ordinances for the spiritual … →
Divine Signposts
Divine Signposts (大本, Ōmoto) by Onisaburo Deguchi (出口王仁三郎) is a foundational text in the spiritual and religious tradition of Ōmoto (大本), a Japanese new religious movement. Written in 1904 when Onisaburo was 33 years old, this work is one of his earliest writings and consists of 14 volumes. It lays out the basis of Ōmoto's teachings, emphasizing the essence of faith and Onisaburo's mission of … →
Book of Mormon
The Book of Mormon, foundational to the Latter Day Saint movement, is a religious text published by Joseph Smith in 1830. Smith described it as a translation of golden plates shown to him by an angel, Moroni. The narrative details the history of ancient peoples in the Americas, focusing on their spiritual journey and teachings, with a pivotal event being the appearance of Jesus Christ … →
Book of Enoch
The Book of Enoch, also known as 1 Enoch, is an ancient Hebrew apocalyptic religious text traditionally attributed to the patriarch Enoch. It contains unique material on the origins of demons and Nephilim, the reasons why some angels fell from heaven, and a prophetic exposition of the thousand-year reign of the Messiah. The oldest sections are estimated to date from 300–200 BC, with the latest … →
Book of Abraham
The Book of Abraham is a work that is considered scripture by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). It is believed to be an inspired translation of writings attributed to Abraham. The book was first published in 1842 and later canonized as part of the LDS Church's Pearl of Great Price in 1880. →
Avesta
The Avesta is the holy scripture of Zoroastrianism, one of the world's oldest monotheistic religions. Composed over several centuries, its authorship is traditionally attributed to the prophet Zoroaster, but it likely includes contributions from many authors. The Avesta consists of various parts, including hymns, liturgical texts, mythological lore, moral guidance, and prayers. These texts are … →