Question 1

How many books are in the King James Bible?

Accepted Answer

The King James Bible contains 66 books — 39 in the Old Testament and 27 in the New Testament — with 1,189 chapters and 31,102 verses in standard 66-book editions. This site also includes the Greek Additions to Esther at Esther 10:4–13 and chapters 11–16.

Question 2

What is the difference between the Old and New Testament?

Accepted Answer

The Old Testament (39 books) covers creation, the history of Israel, the law, poetry, and prophecy — from Genesis through Malachi. The New Testament (27 books) covers the life of Jesus, the early church, the apostles' letters, and the book of Revelation.

Question 3

What is the best book of the Bible to start with?

Accepted Answer

For new readers, the Gospel of John is often recommended as the best starting point — it introduces who Jesus is in clear, powerful language. Psalms and Proverbs are also excellent for daily reading. Genesis is ideal if you want to start at the beginning of the story.

Question 4

How long does it take to read the entire Bible?

Accepted Answer

The King James Bible contains approximately 783,137 words. At an average reading speed, it takes about 70–80 hours to read the entire Bible. Reading 15 minutes a day, you can finish in about a year.