Application Description:
Accordance Bible Software is a comprehensive Bible study tool packed with features for in-depth biblical research and analysis. It provides access to a vast library of Bible translations, commentaries, lexicons, and other essential reference materials. Powerful search capabilities, intuitive text comparison tools, and a customizable interface make Accordance a user-friendly resource for scholars, students, and anyone serious about Bible study.
Features of Accordance Bible Software:
- Extensive Resources: Access a wide array of Bible translations, dictionaries, and study tools—all within one convenient application.
- Powerful Search Function: Easily search for specific words or verses using tags and commands. Search Greek and Hebrew Bibles by lemma or root.
- Side-by-Side Comparison: Compare multiple Bible translations simultaneously with synchronized scrolling for effortless analysis.
- Free Starter Collection: New users receive a free Starter Collection upon registration, including essential resources like the ESV Bible and key Bible dictionaries.
Study Tips:
- Maximize the side-by-side comparison feature for richer understanding by comparing different translations.
- Utilize the powerful search function to quickly locate specific verses or words.
- Explore unfamiliar terms and concepts by consulting the integrated Bible dictionaries and lexicons.
Reading Features
- Enhance your Bible study by reading alongside commentaries and personal notes.
- Conveniently compare two Bible translations side-by-side with synchronized scrolling.
Searching Capabilities
- Quickly and easily locate specific words or verses.
- Utilize advanced search functionalities, including powerful tags and commands, for precise results.
- Explore the Greek and Hebrew Bibles (samples included) by searching by lemma, inflected form, or root.
Exploration Tools
Gain a deeper understanding of unfamiliar words using the included Bible dictionaries and lexicons.
Initial Free Resources
- ESV Bible (ESVi) with Strong's numbers for detailed, annotated reading.
- World English Bible (WEB) for a straightforward translation.
- Samples of the Greek New Testament and Hebrew Bible for linguistic study.
- Easton's Bible Dictionary for quick reference.
- Book outlines to guide your study.
- Margin notes and cross-references for added context.
- Bible Lands PhotoGuide Sampler for visual learning.
- Kohlenberger/Mounce Concise Hebrew–Aramaic Dictionary and Mounce Concise Greek-English Dictionary for linguistic precision.
- BiblicalTraining.org link for online Bible study resources.
Additional Free Resources with Account Registration
- The 1901 American Standard Version (ASV) and other translations in multiple languages.
- Greek and Hebrew Strong's Dictionaries.
- Hitchcock's Dictionary of Bible Names.
- Nave's Topical Bible.
- Devotional readings, classic passages, parables, and miracles.
- Maps and timelines for historical and geographical context.
Future Enhancements
More features from Accordance's other platforms will be integrated into the Android app over time.
Purchasing Additional Resources
Expand your study library with a wide selection of Bibles and study tools available for purchase, ranging from classic Christian texts to Jewish publications and high-end reference works.
Support and Community
Visit our support forums at https://accordance.bible/forums/ for questions, comments, and community discussions.
What's New in Version 2.2.3
Last updated August 5, 2021
- Bug fixes.
- Improved Easy Install and Check for Updates handling of modules incompatible with the current Accordance version.