Extrascripturality

/ˌɛkstrəˌskrɪptʃəˈræləti/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being outside or beyond the scope of sacred scripture.

Etymology

From 'extrascriptural' + '-ity' (suffix forming nouns denoting state or condition). Adds the abstract noun ending to the adjective form.

Kelly Says

When theologians debate whether church traditions have the same authority as the Bible, they're essentially arguing about the limits of scripturality and the legitimacy of extrascripturality in religious life.

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