Authorized Version (King James Bible)

The Authorized Version, also known as the King James Bible, is a translation of the Christian scriptures into English, commissioned in 1604 and completed in 1611. It aimed to provide an official and accessible text for English-speaking Protestants, drawing from earlier translations and original Hebrew and Greek texts. Known for its literary beauty and influence, the King James Bible has shaped religious, literary, and cultural traditions. It remains one of the most widely read and referenced translations today, appreciated for its poetic language and historical significance in English-speaking Christianity.