"the good book" in Chinese (Simplified)
圣经
Definition
对基督教圣经的一种非正式或尊敬的称呼方式。
Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))
‘The good book’ 主要用于基督教文化环境里,特指《圣经》,不用来指其他宗教的经典。一般是在口语或非正式场合使用。
Examples
Many people read the good book for guidance.
许多人阅读**圣经**来寻求指导。
She carries the good book to church every Sunday.
她每个星期天都带着**圣经**去教堂。
My grandmother often quotes from the good book.
我的奶奶经常引用**圣经**里的话。
He swears by the good book in all his decisions.
他做决定时总是以**圣经**为准则。
When life gets tough, I turn to the good book for comfort.
生活艰难时,我会翻开**圣经**寻找安慰。
Some people keep the good book on their bedside table.
有些人把**圣经**放在床头柜上。