The Error of 'King James Only'

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Written By Holly Pivec

Dr. Daniel B. Wallace

I often receive comments on my blog written by people claiming that the King James Bible is the only translation people should read and that all other translations are untrustworthy. I disagree with this view strongly. It's not only mistaken; it has caused much harm and division in the church and, thus, should be soundly denounced.

Notice that I'm not saying the King James Bible is a bad translation. I'm saying that it's not the best translation and it certainly isn't the only divinely authorized translation, as some so strongly assert.

Below I've linked to an article written by Dr. Daniel Wallace of Dallas Theological Seminary--one of the world's foremost authorities on textual criticism. He provides a powerful refutation of the King James Only-position. Read this article and share it with your friends.

Why I Do Not Think the King James Bible is the Best Translation Available Today by Daniel B. Wallace

Holly Pivec

Holly Pivec blogs at HollyPivec.com and is co-author of Reckless Christianity: The Destructive New Teachings and Practices of Bill Johnson, Bethel Church, and the Global Movement of Apostles and Prophets; Counterfeit Kingdom: The Dangers of New Revelation, New Prophets, and New Age Practices in the Church; A New Apostolic Reformation?: A Biblical Response to a Worldwide Movement; and God’s Super-Apostles: Encountering the Worldwide Prophets and Apostles Movement. She has a master’s degree in Christian apologetics from Biola University.

https://www.hollypivec.com
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