King James I (King of England)

King James I was the monarch who ruled England from 1603 to 1625, following the death of Queen Elizabeth I. He was also King James VI of Scotland, uniting the crowns of England and Scotland into a personal union. Known for commissioning the King James Bible, a significant and influential English translation of the Bible, he played a key role in fostering religious and political stability in his realms. His reign saw efforts to strengthen royal authority and navigate complex religious conflicts, laying groundwork for future developments in British politics and religion.