James Strong

Biography

James Strong was a prominent American biblical scholar and theologian who achieved significant recognition during the mid-to-late 19th century. He is best known for his creation of Strong's Concordance, a comprehensive reference work that indexes every word in the King James Bible, which became an indispensable tool for clergy, students, and serious Bible readers. Strong served as a professor of biblical literature and exegesis, contributing substantially to American Protestant theological education during a period of growing denominational scholarship.