Yes, “faith alone” does appear once in scripture.
Preceded by “not by”.
Neither sola fide nor sola scriptura are scriptural.
So, you too, have followed traditions - only a different one.
If you are so naive to think that some cliche’ you heard from an old man in a bathrobe and pointy hat makes the entire testimony of the Scriptures go away, you are in far worse shape than I thought. No traditions here, my
FRiend, just the message of the Word of God. But, you are welcome to continue to follow men.