James VI and I of the United Kingdom
King of Scotland and England, authored works
Born
1566
459 years ago
Died
March 27th, 1625
400 years ago — 59 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Ruled as King of Scotland from 1567 and became King of England and Ireland in 1603, uniting the crowns. Oversaw the translation of the Bible into English, resulting in the King James Version, published in 1611. His reign included the establishment of the United Kingdom, which blended the governance of England and Scotland. Additionally, faced political challenges such as the Gunpowder Plot in 1605, an attempt to assassinate him and blow up the House of Lords. Promoted the arts and scholarship, reflecting the Renaissance influences of his time.
Completed the King James Bible translation
Unified the crowns of England and Scotland
Faced the Gunpowder Plot of 1605
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