The King James Only movement

The King James Only movement is a complex and diverse phenomenon. Within this movement, there are varying beliefs and degrees of adherence. Some groups believe the King James Version (KJV) is the only acceptable English translation, while others hold a more nuanced view that the KJV's textual basis, the Textus Receptus (TR), is superior.

Here's a breakdown of the denominations and groups that are often associated with a KJV-only or Perfect TR position:

Independent Baptist Churches: This is the most common group associated with the King James Only movement. Many independent Baptist churches, particularly those in the "fundamentalist" tradition, teach that the KJV is the providentially preserved and perfect Word of God for English speakers.

Conservative Anabaptist Churches: Some Anabaptist groups, such as the Dunkard Brethren Church and the Apostolic Christian Church, have a stated preference for or exclusive use of the KJV. This is often tied to a desire for uniformity and a conservative theological stance.

Other Conservative and Fundamentalist Churches: The KJV-only position is not exclusive to Baptists. It is also found in some:

• Conservative Holiness Methodist churches

• Apostolic Faith Church (a Holiness Pentecostal denomination)

• Bible-Presbyterian churches (particularly those in Singapore)

• Some smaller Protestant Reformed and Free Presbyterian denominations.

Belief in a "Perfect TR":

The "Perfect TR" position, which asserts that the Greek texts used to create the KJV are without error, is a core belief for many KJV-only advocates. However, it's important to note that this is a doctrinal position rather than a denominational one, and its expression can vary. Some advocates of the TR might accept a modern translation if it were based on the same Greek and Hebrew manuscripts, but they generally believe the KJV is the only faithful translation of the TR in English.

It is worth noting that some individuals and organizations, such as the Trinitarian Bible Society, hold a position that the TR is the superior textual base for translation, but they do not necessarily view the KJV itself as a "perfect" or divinely inspired translation. Instead, they see it as the best available translation from the best available text. This highlights the different nuances within the broader movement.