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King James Version

American  

noun

  1. another name for King James Bible.


King James Version British  

noun

  1. another name for the Authorized Version

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The measure enshrines the text of the Ten Commandments found in the Protestant King James Version of the Bible.

From Seattle Times

The words, taken from a Protestant version of the commandments from the King James Version of the Bible, are the same as those that appear on a monument on the grounds of the Texas Capitol.

From New York Times

Picking up the typeset Bible text not only speeded production, Mr. Perridge said, but also was a nod to the King James Version’s heritage.

From Washington Times

The King James Version of the Bible is rejected by many Christians — not to mention Jews, as Allen noted.

From Washington Post

She preferred the King James Version of the Bible to all others for its lyrical language, he said, and her favorite authors included Jane Austen and C.S.

From Seattle Times