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Making the King James Bible. Making the King James Bible 1611. Route A KJB Age 7-11. Making the King James Bible. This is King James. He asked about 50 of the best translators in the country to make a new translation of the Bible into English.
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Making the King James Bible Making the King James Bible 1611 Route A KJB Age 7-11
Making the King James Bible This is King James. He asked about 50 of the best translators in the country to make a new translation of the Bible into English. Route A KJB Age 7-11 King James I of England/ VI of Scotland by Paulus van Somer
Making the King James Bible The translators were divided into six teams. Each team worked on part of the Bible. As each part was finished it was read aloud; others listened and checked for mistakes.The translators wanted the Bible to be correct and to sound good. Route A KJB Age 7-11 Richard Bancroft, the Archbishop of Canterbury. He organised the translation.
Making the King James Bible They had to translate the Bible from Hebrew and Greek. Route A KJB Age 7-11 Hebrew writing looks like this: Greek writing looks like this:
Making the King James Bible The translators wrote in an older form of English, the English of the 16th century. Look at the extract from Psalm 23. Can you find any unusual words? Roll over words to find out what they mean. Route A KJB Age 7-11
Making the King James Bible Psalm 23:1-4 from the King James Bible The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Route A KJB Age 7-11
Making the King James Bible Psalm 23:1-4 Modern paraphrase You, LORD, care for me like a shepherd cares for his sheep. You give me everything I need: You give me food to eat, water to drink and a place where I can rest. You give me strength deep inside. You lead me in the right way as you said you would. I may go through dark times of deep distress but I won't be afraid for you are with me, making me feel safe. Route A KJB Age 7-11
Making the King James Bible The translators believed the Bible was the most important book in the world. As Christians, they believed it was inspired by God. Most were not paid for their work and it took over five years to finish. The Bible is the world’s best-selling book. Over 2 billion copies have been sold. Route A KJB Age 7-11
Making the King James Bible The influence of the King James Bible • The Bible influenced music, art and poetry • People began thinking for themselves about the Bible • Soon they wanted different churches where they had a say in what happened • This led to some wanting a say in the way • the country was ruled Route A KJB Age 7-11 The Light of the World by Holman Hunt
Making the King James Bible Psalm 23:1-4 from the King James Bible The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. God Route A KJB Age 7-11
Making the King James Bible Psalm 23:1-4 from the King James Bible The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. have all I need Route A KJB Age 7-11
Making the King James Bible Psalm 23:1-4 from the King James Bible The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. makes Route A KJB Age 7-11
Making the King James Bible Psalm 23:1-4 from the King James Bible The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. fields Route A KJB Age 7-11
Making the King James Bible Psalm 23:1-4 from the King James Bible The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Route A KJB Age 7-11 leads
Making the King James Bible Psalm 23:1-4 from the King James Bible The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Route A KJB Age 7-11 puts things right down deep
Making the King James Bible Psalm 23:1-4 from the King James Bible The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Route A KJB Age 7-11 justice/when things are right
Making the King James Bible Psalm 23:1-4 from the King James Bible The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Route A KJB Age 7-11 yes
Making the King James Bible Psalm 23:1-4 from the King James Bible The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Route A KJB Age 7-11 you are
Making the King James Bible Psalm 23:1-4 from the King James Bible The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Route A KJB Age 7-11 shepherds used them to keep sheep safe