Why trust the King James Bible?
We believe the King James Bible is God’s preserved word in English. This site examines the case for that belief.
Compare the passages, read the sources, and consider the objections.
1 John 5:7–8
The KJV names the Father, the Word and the Holy Ghost. The NIV’s main text is shorter. It still has verses 7 and 8; its footnote records the longer reading.
Typeset illustrations, not photographs. Open the linked editions to read the context and notes.
Why do the readings differ?
The manuscript evidence and the interpretation of early quotations need to be considered separately. We accept the KJV reading; the passage studies explain our reasons and the objections.
For 1 John 5:7–8, questions about the early Greek evidence and what Cyprian meant remain part of the discussion.
Read the full 1 John 5:7–8 study →Why the King James Bible?
Our case begins with Scripture’s promises about God’s word. It also examines the Hebrew and Greek texts, the translators’ work, and the history of disputed passages.
Historical records and theological beliefs answer different questions. The full study explains how we understand their connection.
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