The King James Version (KJV), also known as the King James Bible (KJB), is an English translation of the Christian Bible for the Church of England. It was commissioned by King James I of England in 1604 and completed in 1611. The KJV is one of the most widely used translations of the Bible today, especially in the United States.
Commissioned by King James I of England in 1604
Completed by 47 scholars in 1611
First printed by Robert Barker in 1611
It went through several revisions and editions throughout the 17th and 18th centuries.
A popular English translation of the Bible that was first published in 1978. It aims for a balance of accuracy and readability.
An English translation of the Bible that was first published in 1971. It is known for its word-for-word translation approach.
A revision of the Revised Standard Version (RSV) that was first published in 2001. It aims for accuracy and readability.
The original English version of the Bible translated from the Greek and Hebrew by 47 scholars in the early 17th century. It has since undergone revisions and updates.
An audio version of the King James Bible, often sold on CDs or as downloadable files.
Bibles that contain additional study aids such as footnotes, cross-references, and concordances to help readers understand the text.
The King James Version was translated by a committee of 47 scholars appointed by King James I of England.
The King James Version was first published in 1611.
Yes, the King James Version is still widely used today, especially among conservative Protestant Christian denominations in the United States.
Newer translations of the Bible aim for accuracy and clarity in modern English, while the King James Version uses older English language and phrasing. The King James Version also relies on different source manuscripts than many modern translations.
Some scholars and theologians criticize the King James Version for its use of outdated language and for its reliance on the Textus Receptus manuscript, which they argue is not the most accurate source for the New Testament.