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) 18: Job (version 2)

Read by Peter Tucker 5
Job was a prosperous landowner who encountered a series of misfortunes, leading him to question himself and his relation to his God. A gran…

Bible (KJV) 20: Proverbs

Read by Michael Packard 4.8
The book of Proverbs is referred to as wisdom literature along with several others: the book of Job, Ecclesiastes, the Song of Solomon, and …

Bible (KJV) NT 09-12: Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians

Read by LibriVox Volunteers 4.6
Galatians is a letter from Paul of Tarsus to a number of Early Christian communities in the Roman province of Galatia in central Anatolia. P…

Bible (KJV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: 2 Maccabees

Read by ancientchristian 5
The Second Book of Machabees is not, as the name might suggest, a continuation of the First, but covers part of the same ground. The book pr…

The Book of Judith

Read by ancientchristian 4.9
The Book of Judith is included in the Septuagint (the Greek form of the Old Testament) and has been retained in Catholic and Orthodox Christ…

Bible (KJV) NT 19: Hebrews

Read by LibriVox Volunteers 4.6
The Epistle to the Hebrews is a profound letter from the New Testament, addressing both Jewish and Christian audiences during a time of pers…

Bible (KJV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: 1 Maccabees

Read by ancientchristian 4.8
The First Book of the Machabees is a history of the struggle of the Jewish people for religious and political liberty under the leadership o…

Bible (KJV) NT 23-25: 1, 2, & 3 John

Read by Rick Tabisz 4.8
The Authorized King James Version is an English translation by the Church of England of the Christian Bible begun in 1604 and completed in 1…

Jesus of Nazareth, A Biography

Read by Bellona Times 4.1
"Jesus of Nazareth, a Biography, by John Mark," recognizes the author of the second Gospel as that "John, whose surname was M…

Bible (KJV) 08: Ruth

Read by TriciaG 4.6
Ruth is a poignant narrative from the Old Testament that explores themes of loyalty, love, and redemption. Set in the time of the judges, it…

Bible (KJV) 16: Nehemiah

Read by LibriVox Volunteers 4.5
The Book of Nehemiah is a book of the Hebrew Bible. Told largely in the form of a first-person memoir, it concerns the rebuilding of the wal…

Bible (KJV) NT 11: Phillippians

Read by Victoria Martin 4.8
Bible scholars believe that this letter was written by the Apostle Paul (A.D. 5-A.D. 67) to the church at Philippi. It is a wonderful letter…

Bible (KJV) NT 17: Titus

Read by David Lawrence 4.8
Titus is a concise yet profound letter attributed to the Apostle Paul, addressing the early Christian community on the island of Crete. In t…

Bible (KJV) NT 13: 1 Thessalonians

Read by David Lawrence 4.7
The First Epistle of Paul to the Thessalonians, usually referred to simply as First Thessalonians and often written 1 Thessalonians, is a bo…

Bible (KJV) 29: Joel

Read by Susanna3 4.7
The Prophet Joel, the Second Minor Prophet of the Old Testament, entire book is read. (Summary by Susan S.)

Bible (KJV) NT 06: Romans (Version 2)

Read by Kimberly Krause 4.5
The book of Romans was written by Paul the Apostle on his third missionary journey. The Holy Spirit inspired Paul to write about life as a p…

Bible (KJV) NT 09: Galatians

Read by Kimberly Krause 4.9
Paul wrote this letter to the Galatians to warn them of how they were changing their belief of the gospel. They were subtly starting to beli…

Bible (KJV) NT 08: 2 Corinthians

Read by Simon Wainwright 4.6
2 Corinthians is a profound letter from the Apostle Paul, addressing the early Christian community in Corinth. In this epistle, Paul passion…

Bible Passages Collection 003

Read by LibriVox Volunteers 4.6
LibriVox recording of Bible Passages Collection 003 with selections from the American Standard Version, King James Version, World English Bi…

Bible (KJV) 00: Preface

Read by Sam Stinson 5
The preface to the KJV Bible is fitting to read, as it reminds contemporary readers of the transitory nature of all Bible translations. The …

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