Definition of "bibliolatry" [bib•li•ol•a•try]

• Excessive adherence to a literal interpretation of the Bible. (noun)
• Extreme devotion to or concern with books. (noun)

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• "(In fact, some modernist critics would say that Evangelicals and other biblical literalists engage in "bibliolatry" or text worship.)"
• "The conservative strand of black religion is evident in what Harvard professor Peter Gomes calls "bibliolatry" -- the practice of worshiping the"
• "The conservative strand of black religion is evident in what Harvard professor Peter Gomes calls "bibliolatry" - the practice of worshiping the Bible rather than worshiping God."