bible

( n.)

   1. One of a small number of fundamental source books such as {Knuth},
   {K&R}, or the {Camel Book}.

   2.  The  most  detailed  and authoritative reference for a particular
   language, operating system, or other complex software system.

[glossary]
[Reference(s) to this entry by made by: {book titles}{Knuth}{quote chapter and verse}{TeX}{Wizard Book}]