Quote by Ambrose Bierce
Scriptures, n. The sacred books of our holy religion, as distinguished from the false and profane writings on which all other faiths are based.
Summary
This quote sarcastically defines "scriptures" as the sacred books of one's religion while dismissing all other religious texts as "false and profane writings." It suggests that followers of different faiths may hold their own holy books in high regard, but regard the texts of other religions as illegitimate or unworthy. The quote highlights the biased and exclusionary perspective that can arise from religious dogma, emphasizing the divisive nature of such beliefs.