The Bible was originally written mainly in three languages: Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek.

Most of the Old Testament was written in Hebrew. Some portions, including parts of the books of Daniel and Ezra, were written in Aramaic. The New Testament was written in Greek.

The King James Version (KJV) is an English translation of the biblical texts. Translations allow people who do not know the original languages to read and understand God’s Word.

What Does the Bible Say?

Nehemiah 8:8 (KJV)

“So they read in the book in the law of God distinctly, and gave the sense, and caused them to understand the reading.”

This passage shows the importance of explaining God’s Word so that people can understand what is being read.

Example

Imagine you are reading a Bible verse in English and find a word that is difficult to understand. Learning how that word is used in its passage can help you understand the message more accurately.

This is why we must consider the meaning of words, the surrounding verses, and the purpose of the passage rather than relying on a single word or phrase.

Remember

The Bible was written in ancient languages, but translations such as the KJV help us read it in English. Always consider the context to understand its message correctly.