Good places to start
| Book | Why start here |
|---|---|
| The Gospel of John | Written simply and directly — the traditional first stop for new readers of any translation. |
| The Psalms | Poetry meant to be read aloud; the KJV’s rhythm is especially suited to this book. |
| Proverbs | Short, memorable sayings that reward reading a chapter a day. |
| Romans | A sustained, logical explanation of the gospel — best read after the Gospels. |
A few words explained
A handful of words carry different meanings today than they did in 1611. Knowing these will clear up most early confusion — the full glossary has many more.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| thee / thou / thy | You (singular) / your — as opposed to "ye" or "you," which are plural. |
| wherefore | Why, or for this reason. |
| suffer | Allow or permit (as in "suffer the little children"). |
| charity | Self-giving love, as in 1 Corinthians 13. |
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Go deeper
If you want the history and reasoning behind the translation you’re about to read, start with the history of the KJV or why believers choose it. If a specific question is on your mind, the FAQ is a fast way to find an answer.