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''While the King James Bible stands as, perhaps, The Gold Standard of Literary Significance, in some Christian circles; it holds a nearly mythological status, wherein the King James Version is perceived to possess an inherent superiority over other English translations. This is a pervasive myth, born in error and propagated in ignorance.'' | ''While the King James Bible stands as, perhaps, The Gold Standard of Literary Significance, in some Christian circles; it holds a nearly mythological status, wherein the King James Version is perceived to possess an inherent superiority over other English translations. This is a pervasive myth, born in error and propagated in ignorance.'' | ||
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There are a number of translations available today, that are not only much clearer to read, but also more faithful to the original texts than the King James Version. In Part II, we will further explore the idea of a faithful translation, why we have so many, and what it means for today’s Christian. | There are a number of translations available today, that are not only much clearer to read, but also more faithful to the original texts than the King James Version. In Part II, we will further explore the idea of a faithful translation, why we have so many, and what it means for today’s Christian. | ||
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