Bible Dictionary

Scribe

A scribe is a person skilled in writing, copying or recording documents.

Quick Reference

Total Entries

653

Entry Position

524 of 653

Letter

S

Meaning

A scribe is a person skilled in writing, copying or recording documents.

Key Scriptures

  • Matthew 5:20
  • Matthew 7:29
  • Matthew 8:19
  • Matthew 12:38
  • Matthew 23:1-36
  • Mark 12:28-34
  • Luke 20:45-47
  • Acts 5:34

Original Language

Greek

γραμματεύς

grammateus

scribe; writer or person skilled in written records

Meaning

A scribe is a person skilled in writing, copying or recording documents.

Biblical Usage

Scribes were knowledgeable in the Law of Moses and were involved in teaching and interpreting the Scriptures. They questioned Jesus concerning His authority and teachings.

Some scribes opposed Jesus, while others acknowledged the truth of His answers. Jesus reproved certain scribes for their hypocrisy and desire for honour.

A scribe who questioned Jesus about the greatest commandment recognised the truth of His answer and was commended by Him.

Key References

  • Matthew 8:19
  • Matthew 23:1-36
  • Mark 12:28-34
  • Luke 20:45-47
  • Acts 5:34
  • Pharisees
  • Sadducees
  • Law
  • Moses
  • Synagogue

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Scriptures

  • Matthew 5:20
  • Matthew 7:29
  • Matthew 8:19
  • Matthew 12:38
  • Matthew 23:1-36
  • Mark 12:28-34
  • Luke 20:45-47
  • Acts 5:34

Related Terms

Pharisees Law Moses Synagogue Sadducees Council

Study Topics

people occupations religious-offices New Testament