Length82h 11m
About this audiobook
The King James Bible, first published in 1611, stands as a monumental work in the canon of English literature, embodying both the religious fervor of its time and the linguistic artistry of its translators. Commissioned by King James I of England, this translation reflects a unique confluence of ecclesiastical authority and literary ambition, adopting a vivid and poetic style that has resonated through centuries. The King James Bible's influence extends beyond theology; it has shaped the English language, contributing phrases and expressions that permeate everyday speech and literature, while its narrative structure and characterization invite deep engagement with scriptural texts in a historical context rich with cultural significance. The translators of the King James Bible included eminent scholars such as Lancelot Andrewes and John Reynolds, who were driven by a desire to make the scriptures accessible to the common person while maintaining the profound depth of the original texts. Their collective efforts reflect a commitment to scholarship and the belief in the transformative power of scripture, amidst a backdrop of religious conflict and the quest for unity among different factions of Christianity in early 17th-century England. The King James Bible is an indispensable work for readers, scholars, and believers alike, offering not only spiritual guidance but also insight into the linguistic and cultural fabric of its time. Whether for study, reflection, or appreciation of its literary merits, this translation remains a vital resource for those seeking to explore the historical and profound impact of biblical texts on Western civilization.
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GenreOther
Length82 hrs 11 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
26Book 19 Psalms (pt. 1)
2OLD TESTAMENT
27Book 19 Psalms (pt. 2)
3Book 01 Genesis (pt. 1)
28Book 20 Proverbs
4Book 01 Genesis (pt. 2)
29Book 21 Ecclesiastes
5Book 02 Exodus (pt. 1)
30Book 22 Song of Solomon
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6Book 02 Exodus (pt. 2)
31Book 23 Isaiah (pt. 1)
7Book 03 Leviticus (pt. 1)
32Book 23 Isaiah (pt. 2)
8Book 03 Leviticus (pt. 2)
33Book 24 Jeremiah (pt. 1)
9Book 04 Numbers (pt. 1)
34Book 24 Jeremiah (pt. 2)
10Book 04 Numbers (pt. 2)
35Book 25 Lamentations
11Book 05 Deuteronomy (pt. 1)
36Book 26 Ezekiel (pt. 1)
12Book 05 Deuteronomy (pt. 2)
37Book 26 Ezekiel (pt. 2)
13Book 06 Joshua
38Book 27 Daniel
14Book 07 Judges
39Book 28 Hosea
15Book 08 Ruth
40Book 29 Joel
16Book 09 1 Samuel
41Book 30 Amos
17Book 10 2 Samuel
42Book 31 Obadiah
18Book 11 1 Kings
43Book 32 Jonah
19Book 12 2 Kings
44Book 33 Micah
20Book 13 1 Chronicles
45Book 34 Nahum
21Book 14 2 Chronicles
46Book 35 Habakkuk
22Book 15 Ezra
47Book 36 Zephaniah
23Book 16 Nehemiah
48Book 37 Haggai
24Book 17 Esther
49Book 38 Zechariah
25Book 18 Job
50Book 39 Malachi
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