Bible Verses About "What Is Sola Scriptura"
Sola Scriptura means 'Scripture alone,' the Reformation doctrine that the Bible is the sole infallible authority for Christian faith and practice.
Sola Scriptura means 'Scripture alone,' the Reformation doctrine that the Bible is the sole infallible authority for Christian faith and practice.
"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, throughly furnished unto all good works." — 2 Timothy 3:16-17 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Is Sola Scriptura?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"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, throughly furnished unto all good works."
"And he said unto them, Full well ye reject the commandment of God, that ye may keep your own tradition."
"Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path."
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