Contrascriptural

/ˌkɑːntrəˈskrɪptʃərəl/ adjective

Definition

Opposed to or contradicting the teachings, texts, or principles found in scripture.

Etymology

From Latin 'contra-' (against) plus 'scriptural' (relating to sacred texts). A theological term combining the prefix with religious vocabulary to describe anti-biblical or unbiblical positions.

Kelly Says

Medieval theologians used 'contrascriptural' to identify heretical beliefs—any doctrine that directly contradicted biblical text was immediately condemned as contrascriptural.

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