There were many authors of the King James Version bible; however, some religious leaders recognized God as the true author
and his word as inspired to the men who penned it. The King James Bible is a
translation of the scriptures. Some believe it to be the infallible Word of God. The Bible, while written by a myriad of authors, inspired by God, is a great work of literature as well as a book of teaching and inspiration. Many literary writers exhibit in their writings how the Bible has
influenced them. To note a few writers who have been influenced by this book: John Milton in his ‘Paradise Lost;’ and John Bunyan in his ‘Pilgrim’s Progress.’ William Shakespeare was influenced by the Bible as well as is noticeable in his writings. James I, who succeeded Elizabeth due to her death in 1603, as king of England appointed certain men to translate the Bible from the original Hebrew and Greek. Forty-seven men were known to take part in the translation. The completed work was issued in 1611. The Bible is the standard to measure what is good and what is evil. It’s been called a ‘road map’ for Christians. Although it is almost 400 years old, the King James version is still preferred by some scholars as the most accurate of translations. As far as literature, the King James version is praised for its style as well as its accurate translation.