Lecture on King James Only Belief

Introduction

• Discussion begins with the question of why some are "King James only."
• Reference to 2 Timothy 2: Encouragement to study to understand the King James Bible's significance.
• Personal anecdote: Speaker’s lifelong belief in the King James Bible.
• Mention of a visit to the King James Bible Museum.

Personal Experience

• Speaker has always lived by the King James Bible since childhood.
• Experience with NIV Bible led to confusion and a return to King James.

Defense of King James Bible

• Peter Ruckman: Advocate for King James Bible
• Importance of personal conviction over preference.
• The King James Bible viewed as the inerrant and inspired word of God.

Textual Lineage

• Textual sources: Contrast between Textus Receptus (King James) and Alexandrian texts (other versions).
• Explanation of Textus Receptus and its importance.
• Westcott and Hort: Criticism of their preference for Alexandrian texts.
• Comment on modern Biblical criticism and its influence.

Bible Translation

• Family of Bible Texts: Significance of Hebrew Masoretic Text and Greek Textus Receptus.
• King James Bible seen as deriving from the correct textual "family."

Criticism of Other Versions

• New versions derived from the Alexandrian text: considered corrupt.
• Specific examples of alterations in new Bible versions.
  • Missing verses (e.g., Acts 8:37 in NIV).
  • Changes in doctrine through altered translations.

Numerical Patterns in King James Bible

• Discussion on numerical patterns found within the King James Bible.
• Numbers and Patterns: Examples of how numbers like 7 and 777 appear.
• Connection between mathematics and divine inspiration.

Historical Context

• History of English Bible translations leading to the King James.
• Purification of the Bible through history: 7 translations noted.

Conclusion

• Emphasis on personal conviction and study.
• Encouragement to study the King James for its depth and perceived perfection.
• Acknowledgment of the King James Bible’s historical and spiritual impact.