The KJV Only Interview

Mark Ward's forthcoming 'Study to Show Thyself Approved' aims to equip contemporary readers with tools to interpret the King James Version accurately despite its archaic language. The book promises practical instruction on identifying dead words and false friends, using historical dictionaries like the OED, and applying translation principles for intelligibility. Ward frames the work pastorally, seeking to help readers preserve their love for the KJV while avoiding misunderstandings that hinder spiritual growth. It is positioned as a companion to his previous work addressing misuse of the King James and as a resource for those who prefer the KJV yet need help understanding it in modern contexts.

Mark Ward's 'Authorized' examines the history, philology, and cultural influence of the King James Version while critiquing the King James Only movement. Ward combines scholarship, pastoral concern, and pastoral tone to show where KJV-only arguments fail and where appreciation for the KJV remains appropriate. He documents examples of archaic words and false friends that hinder modern understanding and offers guidance for reading and preserving access to Scripture. The book argues for multiple contemporary translations and for treating translation and textual issues with charity and clarity. It is written to reach faithful Christians who hold the KJV dear while persuading them toward more readable and historically informed practices.

In 'Words on the Move', John McWhorter takes readers on a journey through the dynamic nature of language, highlighting how English has always been in flux. He argues that changes in language are natural and should be celebrated rather than resisted. The book delves into fascinating word histories and linguistic phenomena, showcasing the fluidity of language in everyday life.

In 'The Language Hoax', John H. McWhorter challenges the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis, which posits that language influences perception and thought. He argues that while language reflects cultural differences, it does not fundamentally alter how people perceive the world. McWhorter provides numerous examples to refute the idea that linguistic structures dictate cognitive processes, suggesting instead that cultural factors are more influential.