Maybe he read parts of the Bible that he didn't like, and said Oh No I will keep that part out. And who thinks that the Bible is just a way for our parents and priests to make us do what they want. Example: If your not good Santa won't bring you anything for Christmas, If your not good the Easter Bunny won't leave you any candy, If your not good you won't fet into Heaven, etc....
2006-11-18 04:24:13 · 10 answers · asked by RockMoraco 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
James I reigned as king of England from 1603 to 1625. He was the son of Mary Queen of Scots, and he had been king of Scotland before succeeding to the English throne at the death of Queen Elizabeth I. He was prompted to produce an English Bible because of the poor and tendentious copies being circulated in England. He feared these could be used by seditious religious and political factions.
His authority was one usurped from the Catholic Church, beginning with his predecessor King Henry VIII. Henry had broken with the Catholic Church and made himself the head of the Church in England, which soon enough became the Church of England. You could say James had no more authority in biblical matters than any head of state, basically none.
2006-11-19 08:56:56 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
King James decided, that since he was divinely appointed by god to lead the English people, that he would translate the bible into English. He did. But there were many parts he did not like and left them out. There were parts he almost liked and rewrote them. Also, there were many different editings and translations before he got his hands on it. All of that is documented. And one of the answers here talks about it being god's word. Give me a break. If you had actually done a bible study rather than a bible regurgitation then you might know this.
2006-11-18 04:44:50 · answer #2 · answered by bocasbeachbum 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you believe in god or not, the Bible (which has MANY versions) was written by humans with their own agendas. Emperor Constantine codified the first (Catholic) bible by picking and choosing which parts best suited him and the Roman Empire. In effect, HE decided which of "god's words" were worth hearing.
It has also been translated through several languages which have mostly disappeared by now.
You can rationally decide to believe in a "higher power" if you like. Believing that book is the unadulterated word from that higher power is just stupid and uninformed.
2006-11-18 04:31:33 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No one. The KJV is an excellent English translation which has stood the test of time. It is only a translation from copies of the original. As such there are parts which could be translated more literal which has been done in translations such as the New American Standard version. In most cases most modern English translations complement the KJV and bring the language up to date.
Translations are not inspired, however, God has kept His word over the years and his word will stand forever. As given in the original documents His word is inspired, without error and true in every word. Although, the enemy has tried to ban, burn and destroy the Bible over the centuries, it has survived and is still the best-seller of all time.
None of your examples as you well know are correct. A careful read of the Bible will tell us of our need as humans, God's love for us, the death of Christ for our sins and the gift of eternal life to all who will believe in him. This message of love has been given to us through his word, in many languages and many translations. His word abides forever, praise His name!
2006-11-18 04:43:23 · answer #4 · answered by perrin556 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a book, a really good book in my opinion. It still is simply some man's opinion of how things went down in that time. The Bible has plenty of helpful guidelines and really cool inspirational stories to bolster your faith. Your relationship with God, however, has to begin in your heart, not in a "book of rules" that you can challenge, or pick apart, looking for typos. Believe what you want to, the beautiful thing is, you are free to do just that. If you live a good life, do not do harm to anyone, and try to help out your fellow man (or woman) whenever you can, you probably will please God. It is our actions, not words that will be our redemption or destruction. That is my belief, the condensed version.
God Bless You
PS: I am a Christian, not a judge
2006-11-18 04:35:00 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is not how it was done. First King James Authorized the KJV of The Bible, he didn't edit it himself !
Several groups of Ministers were given identical portions of Scriptures. They had no communication with each other. Each had accepted and rejected the same portions of Scriptures. They had guidelines to go by, including continuity of the Scriptures with each other.
2006-11-18 04:31:55 · answer #6 · answered by Minister 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because the bible was written by God's people, and here is what it says in Revelation: " If anyone adds anything to what is written here, God will add to that person the plagues described in this book. And if anyone removes any of these words from this book of prophecy, God will remove that person's share in the tree of life and the holy city that are described in this book.
2006-11-18 04:34:42 · answer #7 · answered by Bert 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Did you see my question on doubting God?
You should read it.
You should not search for error in God's word- That is exactly what the enemy wants you to do- he wants you to doubt it is the truth of God. IT IS. The translations are for our understanding IN ENGLISH. Because there are many versions does not mean they mean different things- They just have different adjectives which ALL MEAN THE SAME. Some are easier to understand than others- while others hold onto the old language- yet every one still has the same meaning. Go to that website I told you and see for yourself.
2006-11-18 04:26:55 · answer #8 · answered by Mandolyn Monkey Munch 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It is the "Most Correct" version of the bible
the scholars that worked on the translation were the best in the world at that time
2006-11-18 04:29:21 · answer #9 · answered by cadegoat 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
blind faith
2006-11-18 04:27:32 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋