What are scriptures or sacred texts?

Scriptures or sacred texts are like big storybooks that people believe hold special wisdom from long ago.

Imagine you have a favorite book that your grandma reads to you every night. This book isn’t just any book, it has stories about how the world began, how good and bad things happened, and how people can live happy lives if they follow certain rules. That’s kind of like what scriptures are for many people around the world.

• They're passed down through generations, just like your grandma's stories.
• People often believe these books have messages from important figures or gods, like how you might believe your grandma has a special way of telling stories that makes them come alive.
• Different groups use different books. For example, some people read the Bible, others read the Quran, and still others read the Tripitaka.

These storybooks help people understand life, make choices, and feel connected to each other, just like your grandma's stories help you fall asleep every night.