New King James Version

The NKJV Bible, commissioned in 1975 by Thomas Nelson Publishers, is a modern update of the KJV. Crafted by 130 scholars, leaders, and lay Christians over 7 years, it offers a stylishly beautiful translation while retaining the essence of the original. Published in 1982, it combines timeless language with modern clarity. With fidelity to the original texts and insights from archaeology, linguistics, and textual studies, the NKJV achieves a balance between formal and dynamic equivalence, preserving the integrity of the original while ensuring readability. Bridging the gap between traditional KJV and contemporary English, it's popular for study, reading, and memorization.