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The Holy Bible never refers to itself as the Holy Bible, unlike the Quran which explicitly names itself.
Quick answer
The term 'Bible' is derived from the Greek word 'biblia', which means 'the books', and it is used in the Scriptures to refer to the sacred writings. While the word 'Bible' may not appear in the text, the concept of the Scriptures as a singular holy collection is well established.
Full argument
Muslims argue that the Bible does not call itself by that name, claiming that this absence undermines its authority. However, the term 'Bible' originates from the Greek word 'biblia', which means 'the books'. This term reflects the understanding that the collection of writings is regarded as a singular unit authored by the Holy Spirit of God. Furthermore, various forms of the word 'biblos' are used in the Scriptures to refer to the sacred texts, indicating their significance and unity. For example, in Luke 4:17, Jesus reads from 'the book' of Isaiah, showing that the term was indeed used in reference to the Scriptures. Additionally, other passages like John 20:30 and Acts 1:20 further affirm the use of 'book' to describe the sacred writings, reinforcing the idea that the Bible is a cohesive collection of divine revelation.
Key verses
Luke 4:17bible
And He was handed the book of the prophet Isaiah...
John 20:30bible
And truly Jesus did many other signs in the presence of His disciples, which are not written in this book...
Acts 1:20bible
For it is written in the Book of Psalms...
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