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Major improvements throughout: - Our Purpose: Establishes mission to serve the church with scholarly, theologically faithful resources; emphasizes accessibility - Free & Open Source: Compelling case for open source with Matthew 10:8 "Freely ye have received, freely give" - Data & Sources: Rich historical context on KJV (47 scholars, 6 committees, 1769 Blayney Edition), Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, Strong's (1890) - Creator: Concise, humble, links to GitHub for engagement - Privacy: Powerful statement - "Your study of Scripture is between you and God" and "The Word of God is not for sale" - Explore Further: Clean links to all major resources - Changed closing quote to John 1:1 (ties to Logos theology section) Removed redundant sections, tightened prose, maintained theological depth while improving readability. Page now has consistent scholarly voice throughout. 🤖 Generated with [Claude Code](https://claude.com/claude-code) Co-Authored-By: Claude <noreply@anthropic.com>
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{% block title %}About KJV Study{% endblock %}
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{% block description %}Learn about KJV Study - an open source Bible study resource with comprehensive commentary, cross-references, and study tools{% endblock %}
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{% block description %}A comprehensive, open source resource for serious study of the King James Bible with verse-by-verse commentary, original language analysis, and encyclopedic cross-references{% endblock %}
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<article>
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<h1>About KJV Study</h1>
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<p class="subtitle">A comprehensive, open source resource for studying the King James Bible</p>
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<p class="subtitle">A comprehensive resource for serious study of the Holy Scriptures</p>
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<section>
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<h2>What is KJV Study?</h2>
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<p>KJV Study is a modern web application designed to help believers engage deeply with God's Word. Built on the 1769 Cambridge Edition of the King James Version, this site provides:</p>
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<li><strong>31,102 verses</strong> from the complete KJV Bible</li>
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<li><strong>12,330 verses</strong> with in-depth theological commentary</li>
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<li><strong>120,858 cross-references</strong> linking related passages</li>
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<li><strong>14,298 Strong's Concordance entries</strong> for Hebrew and Greek word studies</li>
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<li><strong>Interlinear data</strong> with original language words and definitions</li>
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<li><strong>Study guides</strong>, reading plans, biblical biographies, and thematic resources</li>
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</ul>
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<p>Our goal is to make serious Bible study accessible, providing both breadth of coverage and depth of analysis while maintaining theological fidelity to historic Christian orthodoxy.</p>
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<h2>Our Purpose</h2>
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<p>KJV Study exists to serve the church of Jesus Christ by providing deep, scholarly, and theologically faithful resources for the study of Holy Scripture. Built upon the 1769 Cambridge Edition of the King James Version—the translation that has shaped English-speaking Christianity for over four centuries—this site offers tools for both the beginning reader and the seasoned student of God's Word.</p>
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<p>We believe that serious Bible study should be accessible to all believers, not locked behind paywalls or reserved for those with access to theological libraries. Every commentary, cross-reference, and language tool on this site is freely available, reflecting our conviction that God's Word belongs to God's people.</p>
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<section>
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<h2 id="open-source">Free & Open Source</h2>
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<p><strong>KJV Study is completely open source and will always be free.</strong></p>
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<p>This means:</p>
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<h3>What We Provide</h3>
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<li><strong>Free to use</strong> - No subscriptions, no paywalls, no hidden costs</li>
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<li><strong>Transparent</strong> - All source code is publicly available</li>
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<li><strong>Community-driven</strong> - Anyone can contribute improvements</li>
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<li><strong>Portable</strong> - You can run your own copy of the entire site</li>
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<li><strong>Extensible</strong> - Build your own tools using our data and API</li>
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<li><strong>31,102 verses</strong> of the complete King James Bible, from Genesis to Revelation</li>
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<li><strong>Verse-by-verse commentary</strong> engaging the original Hebrew and Greek, historical context, and theological significance</li>
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<li><strong>120,858 cross-references</strong> from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, revealing the intricate unity of Scripture</li>
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<li><strong>14,298 Strong's Concordance entries</strong> for Hebrew (<em>ʿIḇrîṯ</em>) and Greek (<em>Koinē</em>) word studies</li>
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<li><strong>Interlinear data</strong> providing word-by-word analysis with transliterations, morphology, and definitions</li>
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<li><strong>Study guides, reading plans, and thematic resources</strong> for structured engagement with Scripture</li>
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</ul>
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<p class="cta-box">
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<strong>View the source code on GitHub:</strong><br>
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<a href="https://github.com/kennethreitz/kjvstudy.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">github.com/kennethreitz/kjvstudy.org</a>
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</p>
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<p>The site is built with modern web technologies (Python, FastAPI, HTML/CSS) and all biblical data is stored in structured JSON files. This makes it easy for developers to contribute, extend, or create derivative works.</p>
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</section>
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<section>
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<h2>Creator</h2>
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<p>KJV Study was created by <strong><a href="https://kennethreitz.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kenneth Reitz</a></strong>, a software developer who wanted to create a comprehensive Bible study resource that combines:</p>
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<li>Rigorous theological analysis</li>
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<li>Original language scholarship</li>
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<li>Historical and cultural context</li>
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<li>Modern web technology</li>
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<li>Open source principles</li>
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<p>The project began as a personal study tool and has grown into a comprehensive resource for the global church. Development is ongoing, with new features and commentary added regularly.</p>
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<h2>Data Sources</h2>
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<p>KJV Study builds upon the work of scholars and faithful Christians throughout history:</p>
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<h2 id="open-source">Free & Open Source</h2>
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<p>In an age of subscription services and paywalled content, KJV Study takes a different path. This entire project—every line of code, every word of commentary, every cross-reference—is freely available and always will be.</p>
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<h3>Bible Text</h3>
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<strong>Source Code & Data:</strong><br>
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<a href="https://github.com/kennethreitz/kjvstudy.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">github.com/kennethreitz/kjvstudy.org</a>
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</p>
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<p>The open source nature of this project means:</p>
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<li><strong>King James Version (1769 Cambridge Edition)</strong> - Public domain</li>
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<li>31,102 verses across 66 books of the Old and New Testaments</li>
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<li><strong>Perpetual access</strong> — Even if this website disappears, anyone can host their own copy</li>
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<li><strong>Transparency</strong> — Every aspect of the site can be examined, audited, and improved</li>
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<li><strong>Community ownership</strong> — Contributions from believers around the world strengthen the resource</li>
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<li><strong>No vendor lock-in</strong> — Your study tools aren't held hostage by a company's business decisions</li>
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</ul>
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<p>We believe knowledge of God's Word should flow freely, unimpeded by commercial interests. "Freely ye have received, freely give" (Matthew 10:8).</p>
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</section>
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<section>
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<h2>Data & Sources</h2>
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<p>KJV Study stands on the shoulders of faithful scholars and translators across the centuries. We gratefully acknowledge:</p>
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<h3>The King James Bible</h3>
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<p>The 1769 Cambridge Edition, also known as the "Blayney Edition," represents the refined and standardized text of the Authorized Version first published in 1611. This translation, produced by 47 scholars working in six committees, drew upon the best Hebrew and Greek manuscripts available, the Latin Vulgate, and earlier English translations including Tyndale, Coverdale, and the Geneva Bible. Its enduring influence on English language and literature remains unparalleled.</p>
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<h3>Cross-References</h3>
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<li><strong>Treasury of Scripture Knowledge</strong> via <a href="https://www.openbible.info/labs/cross-references/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">OpenBible.info</a> (CC-BY license)</li>
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<li>120,858 cross-references covering 80% of the Bible</li>
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<li>Quality-filtered with minimum community vote thresholds</li>
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</ul>
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<p>Our cross-reference data derives from the <em>Treasury of Scripture Knowledge</em>, a monumental 19th-century work containing over 500,000 Scripture references. This data, curated and refined by <a href="https://www.openbible.info/labs/cross-references/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">OpenBible.info</a>, reveals the remarkable interconnectedness of biblical texts—how prophecy finds fulfillment, how types foreshadow antitypes, and how themes weave through the entire canon.</p>
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<h3>Interlinear & Language Data</h3>
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<li><strong>Strong's Concordance</strong> - Public domain Hebrew and Greek lexicons</li>
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<li><strong>Interlinear data</strong> sourced from <a href="https://github.com/tahmmee/interlinear_bibledata" target="_blank" rel="noopener">tahmmee/interlinear_bibledata</a> (public domain)</li>
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<li>Word-by-word analysis with transliterations, parsing, and definitions</li>
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</ul>
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<h3>Original Language Resources</h3>
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<p><strong>Strong's Exhaustive Concordance</strong> (1890), compiled by James Strong and over 100 colleagues, remains an indispensable tool for accessing the Hebrew (<em>ʿIḇrîṯ</em>) and Greek (<em>Koinē</em>) vocabulary underlying the English text. Our interlinear data, providing word-by-word analysis with parsing and morphological information, enables readers without formal language training to engage meaningfully with the original texts.</p>
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<h3>Commentary & Study Resources</h3>
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<ul>
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<li><strong>Original content</strong> - All verse commentary, study guides, and thematic resources are written specifically for KJV Study</li>
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<li>12,330 verses with comprehensive theological analysis</li>
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<li>Over 3.4 million words of commentary content</li>
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<li>Reviewed for biblical accuracy, doctrinal soundness, and practical application</li>
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</ul>
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<h3>Historical & Cultural Context</h3>
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<li>Compiled from public domain Bible study resources</li>
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<li>Archaeological and historical research</li>
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<li>Ancient Near Eastern cultural background</li>
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</ul>
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<h3>Commentary</h3>
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<p>All verse commentary is original content written specifically for KJV Study, drawing upon the work of commentators ancient and modern—from the Church Fathers through the Reformers to contemporary evangelical scholarship. Each entry seeks to illumine the text's meaning in its original context while drawing out its enduring theological significance and practical application.</p>
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</section>
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<section>
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<h2>Technical Details</h2>
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<p>KJV Study is built with modern web technologies (Python, FastAPI) with all biblical data stored in structured JSON files. For full technical documentation, architecture details, and development information, see the <a href="https://github.com/kennethreitz/kjvstudy.org#readme" target="_blank" rel="noopener">GitHub repository</a>.</p>
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<h2>Creator</h2>
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<p>KJV Study was created by <strong><a href="https://kennethreitz.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kenneth Reitz</a></strong>, a software developer known for his work in open source software. What began as a personal study tool has grown into a comprehensive resource serving readers around the world.</p>
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<p>The project reflects a conviction that the best technology should serve the highest purposes—and what higher purpose than helping people encounter the living God through His written Word? Questions, suggestions, and contributions are welcome via <a href="https://github.com/kennethreitz/kjvstudy.org/issues" target="_blank" rel="noopener">GitHub</a>.</p>
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<h2>Contributing</h2>
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<p>As an open source project, KJV Study welcomes contributions from the community:</p>
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<li><strong>Report Issues</strong> - Found a typo or bug? <a href="https://github.com/kennethreitz/kjvstudy.org/issues" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Open an issue</a></li>
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<li><strong>Suggest Features</strong> - Have ideas for improvements? We'd love to hear them</li>
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<li><strong>Contribute Code</strong> - Submit pull requests for bug fixes or new features</li>
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<li><strong>Add Commentary</strong> - Help expand verse commentary coverage</li>
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<li><strong>Improve Documentation</strong> - Enhance guides, tutorials, or API docs</li>
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<p>See the <a href="https://github.com/kennethreitz/kjvstudy.org#readme" target="_blank" rel="noopener">project README</a> for contribution guidelines.</p>
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<h2>Privacy</h2>
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<p>Your study of Scripture is between you and God. KJV Study collects no personal information, requires no account, and sets no tracking cookies. Minimal, privacy-respecting analytics help us understand how the site is used so we can improve it. You may disable even these by visiting <code>/?kr=1</code>.</p>
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<p>We will never sell data, display advertisements, or monetize your attention. The Word of God is not for sale.</p>
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</section>
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<h2>Privacy & Analytics</h2>
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<p>KJV Study respects your privacy:</p>
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<h2>Explore Further</h2>
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<li><strong>No account required</strong> - Use all features without signing up</li>
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<li><strong>No tracking cookies</strong> - We don't track your browsing across sites</li>
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<li><strong>Minimal analytics</strong> - Basic usage statistics via Gauges (privacy-focused)</li>
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<li><strong>Opt-out available</strong> - Disable analytics by visiting <code>/?kr=1</code></li>
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<li><strong>No data sale</strong> - We never sell or share user data</li>
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<p>Our goal is to provide a tool for studying God's Word, not to harvest user data.</p>
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</section>
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<h2>Resources & Links</h2>
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<li><a href="/about/stats">Site Statistics</a> - Comprehensive metrics about KJV Study's content</li>
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<li><a href="https://github.com/kennethreitz/kjvstudy.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">GitHub Repository</a> - Source code and development</li>
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<li><a href="/api/docs" target="_blank">API Documentation</a> - Full RESTful API reference</li>
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<li><a href="/study-guides">Study Guides</a> - Topical Bible studies</li>
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<li><a href="/topics">Topics Index</a> - Biblical themes and teachings</li>
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<li><a href="/reading-plans">Reading Plans</a> - Structured Bible reading schedules</li>
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<h2>Contact</h2>
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<p>Questions, feedback, or just want to say hello?</p>
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<li><strong>GitHub Issues</strong>: <a href="https://github.com/kennethreitz/kjvstudy.org/issues" target="_blank" rel="noopener">github.com/kennethreitz/kjvstudy.org/issues</a></li>
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<li><strong>Creator</strong>: Kenneth Reitz</li>
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<li><a href="/about/stats">Site Statistics</a> — Comprehensive metrics on coverage and content</li>
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<li><a href="/about/commentary">Commentary Index</a> — Browse all verses with in-depth analysis</li>
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<li><a href="/about/cross-references">Cross-References Index</a> — Explore Scripture's interconnections</li>
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<li><a href="/strongs">Strong's Concordance</a> — Hebrew and Greek word studies</li>
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<li><a href="/study-guides">Study Guides</a> — Thematic studies on biblical topics</li>
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<li><a href="/reading-plans">Reading Plans</a> — Structured approaches to Scripture reading</li>
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<li><a href="/api/docs" target="_blank">API Documentation</a> — For developers building on our data</li>
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<em>"Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path."</em><br>
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<span style="font-size: 0.9rem;">— Psalm 119:105</span>
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<em>"In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God."</em><br>
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<span style="font-size: 0.9rem;">— John 1:1</span>
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