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In 1611, King James I authorised a translation of The Bible in English; previously Latin was the only language for the whole thing. It is still regularly used today, although frequently in conjunction with other modern translations.

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How old is the King James version of the Bible?

At the 1604 Hampton Court Conference, King James 1 was persuaded (by moderate puritans) that a new translation of the Bible was needed and ordered work to begin, the translation was completed in 1611.


Who was the king who ordered the bible to be made?

King James.


Is King James a translation in the Catholic bible?

No, it is a Protestant Bible.


Did King James change the Bible when he commissioned the translation known as the King James Version?

Yes, King James did not change the Bible when he commissioned the translation known as the King James Version. Instead, he authorized a new translation of the Bible into English, which became known as the King James Version.


Who was King James of King James Bible?

The King James Version Bible is a translation of the Bible which originated in 1611, King James of England ordered it to be translated from the Hebrew Bible. He set very strict rules to be followed and many men to do the work in order to insure it was translated right. It was then translated into a more modern form of English in 1769 by the University of Oxford. Which is the King James version Bible we have today. It is the most accurate Bible you can find, and the ONLY one I will recommend.


Who was the monarch that requested translation of the bible?

King James .


Was the Apocrypha a part of the King James translation of the Bible?

no


Which King James was responsible for the Bible?

King James the First authorized the translation.


What English King Arthurized a new translation of the bible into English?

King James .


Where did the nickname The King James Bible come from?

It is referred to as "The King James Bible" as it was King James 1st who ordered its translation.Additional Comment:Perhaps you are referring to the 'Authorized Version.'


Did James the first of England make the King James bible?

At the 1604 Hampton Court Conference James 1 was persuaded (by moderate puritans) that a new translation was needed and ordered work to begin.


Who authorized a new translation of the Bible in 1611?

King James