Mla Citation Of Bible

The Bible is a unique source that requires a specific citation style in MLA format. When citing the Bible, you should follow these guidelines:

1. In-text citation: (Book Chapter:Verse)
2. Works Cited page: Title of the Bible. Version, Publisher, Year of Publication.

Here are some examples:

In-text citation examples:

• (Genesis 1:1-3)
• (Matt. 5:3-10)
• (John 3:16)

Works Cited page examples:

• The Holy Bible. King James Version, Cambridge University Press, 2011.
• The New Oxford Annotated Bible. New Revised Standard Version, Oxford University Press, 2010.
• The Bible. New International Version, Zondervan, 2011.

Note:

• When citing a specific book of the Bible, use the abbreviation (e.g., Gen., Exod., Lev., etc.) followed by the chapter and verse numbers.
• If you are citing a specific translation, include the version in the Works Cited page (e.g., King James Version, New International Version, etc.).
• If you are citing a study Bible or an annotated edition, include the title of the study Bible or annotated edition in the Works Cited page.
• You do not need to include the Bible in the Works Cited page if you are only citing a general reference to the Bible. However, if you are citing a specific translation or edition, you should include it in the Works Cited page.

MLA 8th edition updates:

• In MLA 8th edition, the citation style for the Bible has changed. You no longer need to include the publisher’s name in the Works Cited page.
• You can use either the title of the Bible (e.g., The Holy Bible) or the abbreviation (e.g., KJV) in the Works Cited page.

Here is an example of a Works Cited page entry for the Bible in MLA 8th edition:

• The Holy Bible. KJV, 2011.
• The New Oxford Annotated Bible. NRSV, 2010.

Remember to always check the MLA Handbook or consult with your instructor for specific guidance on citing the Bible in MLA format.