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The extraordinary story behind this most extraordinary of books. Acclaimed actor John Rhys-Davies (Lord Of The Rings, Indiana Jones) leads us back into a darker time to discover this fascintating tale of saints and sinners, power and passion, as the greatest translation of Holy Scripture emerges into a world and culture that would never be quite the same again
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The extraordinary story behind the most extraordinary of books.
Acclaimed actor John Rhys-Davis (Lord of the Rings, Indiana Jones) leads us back into a darker time to discover this fascinating tale of saints and sinners, power and passion.
The greatest translation of Holy Scripture emerged into a world and culture that would never be quite the same again.
90min Drama-documentary
"A powerful and gripping story, brilliantly told. No one who loves the Bible, or who knows its monumental place in Western civilization, will want to miss this milestone contribution."
--- Dr Os Guinness, author and social critic
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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
This is a well crafted historical document, weaving together the intricacies of the political and religious context that gave birth to the King James's Bible. And like John Rhys-Davies says we all have a copy somewhere under our own roofs.
'KJB - The Book That Changed The World' provides a majestic journey through the corridors and rooms once traversed by the very characters that shaped the culture and society, both in Scotland and England, of the late 16th and early 17th centuries. The cinematography is spell-bounding, meticulously woven together in editing to highlight the finely detailed script, presented by John Rhys-Davies. The storytelling pulls together, seamlessly, the dramatic moments of reconstruction, with academic insight from contemporary scholars. For those fascinated by costumes from late Elizabethan, Jacobean and Stuart Periods, this will be a feast. A highly commended feature length documentary and reconstructions by producer and director, Norman Stone.
It is great to see a film present a well-balance account of the spiritual developments of England and Scotland through the events that led to the Authorised English translation of the Holy Bible.
'KJB - The Book That Changed The World' provides a majestic journey through the corridors and rooms once traversed by the very characters that shaped the culture and society, both in Scotland and England, of the late 16th and early 17th centuries. The cinematography is spell-bounding, meticulously woven together in editing to highlight the finely detailed script, presented by John Rhys-Davies. The storytelling pulls together, seamlessly, the dramatic moments of reconstruction, with academic insight from contemporary scholars. For those fascinated by costumes from late Elizabethan, Jacobean and Stuart Periods, this will be a feast. A highly commended feature length documentary and reconstructions by producer and director, Norman Stone.
It is great to see a film present a well-balance account of the spiritual developments of England and Scotland through the events that led to the Authorised English translation of the Holy Bible.
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By Joe 90
If, like most households in the UK you either possess a copy of the Bible, or have access to one, then take it down, dust it off and cherish the history and struggles that brought it to you.
This DVD charts the germination of the commission to produce a once-and-for-all translation of the scriptures into English by James 1st. It portrays the king in a favourable light, despite the many enemies his outspokeness made. His lonely childhood and strong minded tutor, bringing to the throne a man who managed to weld the rival protestant factions into a team who would bring into light something truly wonderful, the word of God in English - and what English!
John Rhys Davies presents the whole drama-documentary with conviction and enthusiasm.
Negative point: In spite of his massive earlier input into the text, William Tyndale gets no mention.
Apart from that, a wonderful resource in this hope-starved world, that mircales can and do happen.
Watch the DVD, then read the book.
This DVD charts the germination of the commission to produce a once-and-for-all translation of the scriptures into English by James 1st. It portrays the king in a favourable light, despite the many enemies his outspokeness made. His lonely childhood and strong minded tutor, bringing to the throne a man who managed to weld the rival protestant factions into a team who would bring into light something truly wonderful, the word of God in English - and what English!
John Rhys Davies presents the whole drama-documentary with conviction and enthusiasm.
Negative point: In spite of his massive earlier input into the text, William Tyndale gets no mention.
Apart from that, a wonderful resource in this hope-starved world, that mircales can and do happen.
Watch the DVD, then read the book.
25 of 26 people found the following review helpful
By Rhymemaker
`A book whose influence has been felt around the world for the past 400 years and claims to be the living word of God.' is how John Rhys-Davies introduces this latest offering from Bafta award winning director Norman Stone. And an epic tale it is.
For 90 minutes I was drawn into history in this well paced, fact filled journey to discover the origins of the King James Bible. Through interviews, narration and dramatic reconstructions Norman takes us on a religious and political rollercoaster ride with more intrigue, villainy and larger than life characters than a Hollywood blockbuster - and this actually happened!
Dramatic and stunning real life locations, exquisite costumes and expert opinions are woven together by John's narration to create a tapestry of history we should all know about.
KJB is a tale created by a master story teller that deserves a place in your DVD collection.
For 90 minutes I was drawn into history in this well paced, fact filled journey to discover the origins of the King James Bible. Through interviews, narration and dramatic reconstructions Norman takes us on a religious and political rollercoaster ride with more intrigue, villainy and larger than life characters than a Hollywood blockbuster - and this actually happened!
Dramatic and stunning real life locations, exquisite costumes and expert opinions are woven together by John's narration to create a tapestry of history we should all know about.
KJB is a tale created by a master story teller that deserves a place in your DVD collection.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
The King James Version is the venerable granddaddy of Bible translations stretching all the way back to 1611. As part of the 400 th. Anniversary celebrations this drama/documentary, KJB The Book that Changed the World traces the origin of an historical project. This is a swashbuckling saga of an ailing Queen who names her successor with her dying breath, a solitary teenager steeped in Biblical and Calvinist thought ushered to the throne and a church divided by doctrinal and political intrigue. Against this turbulent background the idea for a new and scholarly translation of the Bible was hatched in the mind of the young King. Brilliantly narrated by John Rhys-Davies and under the masterful direction of Norman Stone (`Shadowlands'), `KJB' never flags as it unfolds this gripping story. Elisabeth's successor, Scottish King, James VI had a keen sense of Divine providence over his life and the task of organising a new translation of the Scriptures became his life's passion and subsequently his enduring legacy. In its scope and depth there had never been anything quite like it. Archaic though the language of the KJB may seem to modern readers, in its time it was cutting edge and innovative. This presentation helps us to appreciate what a milestone that enterprise represented.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Thoroughly enjoyed this. Well crafted and very informative. Would recommend it to others. Its truly amazing to learn of the devotion and attention to detail paid in the translation of this Bible.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By georgemcook
Eye opening context behind the history of how this translation came about. All those school boy years joking about 'Ye olde Anglish' wording ... it has now really come to life for me.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By G. Thorpe
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Well worth the purchase this DVD has friends acting in it so it was extra
special for me, but it is well directed and narrated and gives quite a good insight into that period. I thoroughly recommend it.
G Thorpe
special for me, but it is well directed and narrated and gives quite a good insight into that period. I thoroughly recommend it.
G Thorpe
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By jgd21
Excellent production of the events leading up to the composing of the King James Bible. The costumes are wonderfull the cast has been well chosen and the settings historically accurate. Norman Stone at his best.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Interesting, educational and immensely watchable
Fascinating to learn of the passion, obsession and politics that went into creating the King James Bible. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Nicola
5.0 out of 5 stars
Story of the most read book in the world
A brilliant documentary of how the King James Bible came into being, with the hallmark of excellence expected of Norman Stone; great acting, and absolutely compelling.
Published 5 months ago by Kings English
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KJB The book that changed the world
This is a well acted and narrated DVD. The stoty line holds interest throughout and opens up many interesting, perhaps little known, facts about the life and times of king James... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Andrew
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This is the best selling and most influential book of all time
The Producer/Director, Norman Stone, has done a superb job on this film which tells the lively story of how the King James Bible was translated into English under the rule of James... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Olave
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The Story of the Great Book
We watched this film on Friday 16th December because we had seen John speak about it earlier in the year on STV. Read more
Published 18 months ago by AlineDobbie
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KJB the Book that changed the world DVD
I had previously seen this DVD at at a church meeting so thought it would be a good present to give a relative at Christmas time.
It arrived safely and quickly - thank you
It arrived safely and quickly - thank you
Published 20 months ago by Turnpike 123
4.0 out of 5 stars
A good watch!
This DVD gives an insightful background into King James and his commissioning of this version of the Bible. Well worth watching.
Published 21 months ago by kimmie f
5.0 out of 5 stars
history in the making
A useful way of reminding oneself of the fascinating details of such an important story in the reign of James 1.
Published on 30 May 2011 by Worrie
5.0 out of 5 stars
Outstanding production
This film is beautifully constructed, well presented and skilfully acted. There is a wealth of background given which puts the development and publication of the KJV into its... Read more
Published on 30 May 2011 by Mr. D. C. Matthews
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