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Religious text
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<p>Religious texts, including scripture, are <a href="/facts/Text_(literary_theory)/GwYDS61T">texts</a> which various <a href="/facts/Religion/cxntrD0R">religions</a> consider to be of central importance to their religious tradition. They often feature a compilation or discussion of beliefs, ritual practices, moral commandments and <a href="/facts/Religious_law/CoYusVvr">laws</a>, ethical conduct, spiritual aspirations, and admonitions for fostering a religious community. </p><p>Within each religion, these sacred texts are revered as authoritative sources of guidance, wisdom, and <a href="/facts/Divine_revelation/xMygzvLv">divine revelation</a>. They are often regarded as sacred or holy, representing the core teachings and principles that their followers strive to uphold. </p>