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The King James Version was the first English translation authorized by the Church of England.

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Who authorized the King James Version of 1611?

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What was the title of the first printed edition of the King James Bible?

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John Wycliffe, who was one of the earliest translators of the Bible into English was martyred because of his beliefs, practices and teachings.

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William Tyndale, who was one of the earliest translators of the Bible into English was martyred for his beliefs, practices and teachings.

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William Tyndale’s English-language translation of the Bible could not be used by King James' translators since it was:

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King James VI of Scotland was the great-grandson of King James I.

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The Puritans’ objections to earlier English translations were based on heresies found in the "Great Bible" and the "Bishops’ Bible."

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King James did not attempt to influence the translators or ask them to reflect his personal theological views.

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Today’s Authorized King James Version is out of copyright and can be printed by anyone without permission.

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King James appealed to the public to help pay for the cost of the translation.

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The King James Version used by millions today is unchanged from the 1611 translation.

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