king james version

Thân thiện

The pastor reads from the King James Version during the Sunday service.

Definition

Proper noun * The King James Version (KJV): An influential and historically significant English translation of the Christian Bible, first published in 1611 under the patronage of King James I of England. It is also commonly known as the Authorized Version (AV).

Usage

The term "King James Version" is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to this translation. It is often abbreviated as KJV. * It is used to identify the translation itself. * It is used to cite or quote biblical passages from this specific translation.

Examples

• Many scholars study the literary influence of the King James Version.
• The passage was quoted from the King James Version of the Bible.
• He prefers the poetic language of the King James Version over modern translations.

Advanced Usage

• "The King James Version of 1611": This phrase specifies the original publication, distinguishing it from later revised editions.
  • The original printing of the King James Version of 1611 contained some typographical errors.
• The term can be used attributively to describe things related to this translation.
  • She is an expert in King James Version scholarship.

Variants and Related Words

• Authorized Version (AV): The other official name for the same translation, commonly used in the United Kingdom.
• King James Bible: A synonymous and very common alternative name.
• KJV: The standard abbreviation.

Synonyms

• Authorized Version
• King James Bible

Notes on Meaning

• The "King James Version" refers to a single, specific historical translation. It is not a generic term for any Bible or any old translation.
• Its language is Early Modern English, which can differ significantly from contemporary English in vocabulary, grammar, and spelling.

Học thuật

Noun

1. an English translation of the Bible published in 1611

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Authorized Version
• King James Version
• King James Bible