Religious Studies GCSE
Authority of scripture
What Authority of scripture means in Religious Studies GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Authority of scripture
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Scripture provides a more direct understanding of the divine by recording God's laws, teachings, and historical interactions with humanity.
Topics that use Authority of scripture
- Theme C: The existence of God and revelation (AQA GCSE)
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