Thomas Nelson Launches New Website www.KJV400Celebration.com to Kick Off ‘400 Days of Celebration’ in Honor of 400th Anniversary of the King James Version of the Bible

 NASHVILLE, Tenn /Christian Newswire/ – Thomas Nelson, the world’s leading publisher of KJV Bibles, is launching a new website dedicated to celebrating the upcoming 400th anniversary of the King James Bible, the most influential book ever published in the English language. www.KJV400Celebration.com will go live on Black Friday, November 26, 2010, kicking off “400 Days of Celebration” commemorating the historical, religious, and cultural impact of the KJV.

The website will feature a rich array of resources to help people celebrate the Bible and carry on its distinct legacy, including:

  • KJV/NKJV Verse of the Day widget providing daily scripture verses;
     
  • podcasts in partnership with History Channel Magazine;
     
  • historical Bible facts;
     
  • videos;
     
  • event listings
     
  • church and ministry resources.

The King James Version was first published on May 5, 1611. The 400 Days of Celebration will carry on to the end of 2011. Focusing on the history, cultural significance, and personal experience of the Bible in everyday life, the campaign will also connect Bible reading and its impact on literacy, and encourage people to put God’s Word in action to offer hope and inspiration to others.

Thomas Nelson, Inc. is a leading provider of Bibles, products, and live events emphasizing Christian, inspirational and family value themes. For more information on the company and its titles, please visit www.thomasnelson.com or www.thomasnelsonbibles.com.