To find a specific word in the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible, you have several options:
1. Online Bible Search Websites and Apps:
* BibleGateway (biblegateway.com): One of the most popular. It offers a wide variety of translations, including the KJV, and has a robust search function. You can search by keyword, phrase, or even use wildcard characters. They also have a mobile app.
* Bible Hub (biblehub.com): Another excellent resource with multiple translations, including the KJV. It offers Strong's Concordance links for many words, allowing you to explore the original Hebrew or Greek meanings.
* YouVersion (bible.com): A very popular Bible app and website with numerous translations, including the KJV. It has good search functionality.
* Blue Letter Bible (blueletterbible.org): Offers in-depth study tools, including Strong's Concordance, commentaries, and lexical aids, all linked to the KJV and other translations.
* SearchGod'sWord.com: Specifically designed for searching the KJV. Offers powerful search options including regular expressions, proximity searches, and phonetic searches.
How to use these websites/apps:
* Navigate to the site/app.
* Select "King James Version" (KJV) as your translation. (This is crucial!)
* Find the search box (usually at the top of the page).
* Type in the word you're looking for and press Enter or click the search button.
* The results will show you all the verses in the KJV where that word appears.
2. Electronic Bible Software:
* e-Sword: A free, downloadable Bible software program with powerful search capabilities, multiple translations (including KJV), and study resources.
* Logos Bible Software: A more comprehensive (and typically paid) software package with advanced search options, commentaries, and theological resources.
* Accordance: Another powerful Bible software option with similar features to Logos.
Advantages of Bible Software:
* Faster Searching: Generally faster than online searches.
* Offline Access: You can use the software even without an internet connection.
* Advanced Search Options: Often offers more sophisticated search features (e.g., searching for words near each other, searching by Strong's number).
3. Printed KJV Bible with a Concordance:
* What is a Concordance? A concordance is an alphabetical index of the principal words in a book (in this case, the KJV Bible), showing the references where each occurs.
* How to use it: Look up the word you want to find in the concordance. The concordance will then list all the verses where that word is used.
* Examples: Strong's Exhaustive Concordance is a classic and widely used concordance for the KJV. There are also smaller, more portable concordances.
4. Online KJV Concordance:
* Some websites offer online concordances specifically for the KJV, such as the "Open Bible" concordance. These can be useful if you don't have a printed concordance.
Tips for Effective Searching:
* Spelling: Make sure you spell the word correctly! The KJV uses slightly archaic spellings in some cases.
* Word Forms: Consider different forms of the word (e.g., "love," "loved," "loving"). Some search engines will find these automatically, but others may require you to search for each form separately.
* Context: Once you find the verses where the word appears, read the surrounding context to understand its meaning. A word can have different meanings depending on how it's used.
* Strong's Numbers: If you're using a resource with Strong's numbers (like Bible Hub or Blue Letter Bible), you can click on the number to see the original Hebrew or Greek word and its definitions.
* Consider synonyms: If you can't find the word you are looking for, try to think of synonyms that may have been used.
By using one of these methods, you should be able to find any word in the King James Version of the Bible. Good luck with your search!