A one-of-a-kind resource for Bible word studies. This entertaining and informative book explains everyday expressions and curious words and their origin in the KJV. The text gives details on the original meanings and when and where they were used in the Bible. Gives the fascinating and often humorous stories behind hundreds of contemporary phrases and expressions, including such sayings as "the blind leading the blind, " "by the skin of my teeth, " "a fly in the ointment, " and many others that will surprise people with their biblical origin. -- Over 1,100 entries -- Comprehensive index lists more than 2,500 additional key words and phrases -- A great resource for Bible word studies -- Ideal gift for students of Shakespearean and English literature, Bible students, writers, word lovers, and anyone doing studies of KJV.
This Book will help you make sense of the often archaic language. A delightful and authoritative guide, this source book illuminates the 1611 text for the 1990's readers.
The King James Bible Companion
The King James Bible Word Book
" In Authorized Mark Ward builds a case for the KJV translators' view that English Bible translations should be readable by what they called "the very vulgar"―and what we would call "the man on the street."
The Bible Word Book: Concerning Obsolete Or Archaic Words in the King James Version of the Bible
The King James Bible has often been called the "Book of Books," both in itself and in what it stands for. Since its publication in 1611, it has been the best–selling book in the world, and many believe, it has had the greatest impact.
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