King James Version
The King James Version (KJV) of the Bible, published in 1611, stands not as a single author's work but as a monumental collaboration of scholars and translators under the commission of King James I of England. This remarkable translation emerged from the desire to create a version of the Bible that was accessible to English-speaking Christians, reflecting the beauty of the original texts while resonating with the spiritual needs of its time. The KJV has since become a cornerstone of English literature, influencing countless writers, poets, and thinkers throughout the ages.
While the KJV itself does not have a traditional author, its legacy is carried by the collective voices of those who contributed to its creation. These diligent translators meticulously worked to ensure that the sacred texts were rendered in a way that was both faithful and lyrical. As you explore the King James Version in this app, you’ll discover not only the profound spiritual messages it conveys but also the rich historical context that surrounds its formation. Dive into its pages and experience the timeless wisdom and artistry that continue to inspire millions today.
Bible (KJV) 01-03: Genesis, Exodus and Leviticus
Read by Darren L. Slider
King James Version
The King James Version is an English translation of the Christian Bible begun in 1604 and first published in 1611 by the Church of England. …
Bible (KJV) 20: Proverbs
Read by Michael Packard
King James Version
The book of Proverbs is referred to as wisdom literature along with several others: the book of Job, Ecclesiastes, the Song of Solomon, and …
Jesus of Nazareth, A Biography
Read by Bellona Times
John Mark and King James Version
"Jesus of Nazareth, a Biography, by John Mark," recognizes the author of the second Gospel as that "John, whose surname was M…
Bible (KJV) NT 27: Revelation
Read by Mark Penfold
King James Version
The final book of the Holy Scriptures describes a dramatic, often terrifying vision by John, who may or may not have been the same John who …
Bible (KJV) NT 01: Matthew
Read by Michael Packard
King James Version
The Gospel According to Matthew is one of the four canonical gospels, one of the three synoptic gospels, and the first book of the New Testa…
Bible (KJV) 19: Psalms (version 2)
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King James Version
The book of Psalms is a collection of the works of at least six authors.The book of Psalms has been a source of inspiration to all those bel…
Bible (KJV) NT 04: John
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King James Version
The Gospel According to John, commonly referred to as the Gospel of John or simply John, is an account of the public ministry of Jesus. It b…
Bible (KJV) 19: Psalms
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King James Version
The Book of Psalms, commonly referred to simply as Psalms, is a book of the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Bible. Taken together, its 150 po…
Bible (KJV), Complete
Read by Michael Armenta
King James Version
The 1769 Oxford Edition. The King James Bible is one of the most important books in the English speaking world, so influential that its lang…
Bible (KJV) 21: Ecclesiastes
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King James Version
The book of Ecclesiastes is a wonderful book. It tells how all man's doing is futile, if it is done in his own strength. The last two verses…
Bible (KJV) 06: Joshua
Read by Joy Chan
King James Version
The history of the Israelites from the death of Moses to the death of Joshua. (Summary by Joy Chan)
Bible (KJV) 23: Isaiah
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King James Version
The Book of Isaiah is one of the Major Prophets in the Old Testament. Jews and Christians consider the Book of Isaiah a part of their Biblic…
Bible (KJV) 18: Job (Dramatic Reading)
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King James Version
The Book of Job is one of the books of the Hebrew Bible. It relates the story of Job, his trials at the hands of Satan, his theological disc…
Bible (KJV) 04: Numbers
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King James Version
The Book of Numbers is the fourth book of the Hebrew Bible, and the fourth of five books of the Jewish Torah/Pentateuch. This book may be di…
Bible (KJV) NT 03: Luke
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King James Version
The Gospel of Luke is the most literary of the four gospels which recount the life and work of Jesus Christ. Although anonymous, the book is…
Bible (KJV) NT 02: Mark
Read by Simon Wainwright
King James Version
Second Gospel or account of the ministry of Jesus of Nazareth in the New Testament of the Christian Bible. Commonly regarded as the first re…
Bible (KJV) 05: Deuteronomy
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King James Version
Deuteronomy is the fifth book of the Hebrew Bible, and of the Jewish Torah/Pentateuch. The Hebrew title, "[spoken] words", is take…
Bible (KJV) NT 06: Romans
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King James Version
The Epistle of Paul to the Romans, often shortened to Romans, is the sixth book in the New Testament. Biblical scholars agree that it was co…
Bible (KJV) 26: Ezekiel
Read by J L Raimundo
King James Version
The book of Ezekiel follows the southern kingdom of Israel, Judah, into captivity by the Babylonians. Ezekiel cries judgement on the Israeli…
Bible (KJV) 27: Daniel
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King James Version
The Book of Daniel is a book in the Hebrew Bible. The book tells of how Daniel, a Judean exile at the court of Nebuchadnezzar II (605 to 562…