Term

Self-attesting

Also known as Self-authenticating

The self-authenticating nature of the Bible by which it convinces us that its words are God's words.

Filed underDoctrine of Scripture

Definition

The self-authenticating nature of the Bible by which it convinces us that its words are God's words.

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Sources

  1. 1.Wayne A. Grudem Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. 2nd ed.. (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2020). 4A.4Original citation: Grudem, Wayne A. Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. 2nd ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2020, 4A.4.

Last revised August 14, 2026