In this way, the distinction between the Holy Scriptures of the Old and of the New Testament and all other writings is preserved. The Holy Scriptures alone remain the judge, rule, and norm. According to them--as the only touchstone--all teachings shall and must be discerned and judged to see whether they are good or evil, right or wrong.
The other symbols and writings mentioned above are not judges like the Holy Scriptures. They are only a testimony of the faith. They show how the Holy Scriptures have been understood and explained in regard to controversial articles in God's Church by those living at that time. Also, they show how the opposite teaching was rejected and condemned.
~BOC, FE, Preface, 7-8
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