King James Bible Exhibit Traveling Across the Nation

THE HOUSTON CHRONICLE
By Greg Bolt, The Register-Guard

Bible section, courtesy of Scatmania

OREGON — Over the past four centuries the King James Bible has influenced everyone from Shakespeare to Charles Schulz, has found its way into symphonies and rock and roll, and has circled both the Earth and the moon. Now, Northwest Christian University is marking the 400th anniversary of what is often called the most influential book ever printed in the English language with a special, monthlong display. The traveling exhibit chronicles the history of the Bible from the first English translations to the creation of the King James version to its huge influence on art, culture, language, music and literature. Much of that history is told in the 14 panels that make up the traveling exhibit, which is organized by the Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, D.C. and the American Library Association. It will be seen in 40 cities across the country as part of the yearlong commemoration of the anniversary. The traveling exhibit will be on display at NCU through Oct. 28. [link]