Accordance Bible Software is a comprehensive digital tool for deep biblical study and research. It provides access to numerous Bible translations, commentaries, lexicons, and reference works. The platform features powerful search and text comparison tools alongside a customizable, user-friendly interface. With its extensive library, Accordance is an indispensable resource for scholars, students, and anyone committed to serious Bible exploration.
Key Features of Accordance Bible Software:
- Vast Digital Library: Access a wide array of Bible translations, dictionaries, and study tools within one unified application.
- Advanced Search: Quickly find specific words or verses using tags and commands, and search the original Greek and Hebrew texts by lemma or root.
- Parallel Comparison: View two Bible translations side-by-side with synchronized scrolling for straightforward version comparison.
- Free Starter Pack: New users receive a complimentary Starter Collection upon sign-up, featuring key resources like the ESV Bible and essential dictionaries.
Study Tips:
- Use the side-by-side comparison to gain nuanced understanding by examining different translations together.
- Employ the advanced search function to locate specific verses or terms rapidly.
- Investigate unfamiliar words or topics using the built-in Bible dictionaries and lexicons.
Reading Features
- Deepen your engagement by reading Scripture alongside commentary and personal study notes.
- Conveniently compare two Bible translations side-by-side with synchronized scrolling for easy analysis.
Searching Capabilities
- Find specific words or verses within the Bible quickly and efficiently.
- Refine searches using powerful tags and commands for precise results.
- Explore the Greek and Hebrew Bible samples by searching via lemma, inflected form, or root.
Exploration Tools
Discover the meaning of unfamiliar terms by consulting integrated Bible dictionaries and lexicons.
Included Free Resources
- ESV Bible with Strong’s numbers (ESVi) for a detailed, annotated reading experience.
- World English Bible (WEB) for a clear and accessible translation.
- Samples of the Greek New Testament and Hebrew Bible for linguistic study.
- Easton’s Bible Dictionary for quick reference.
- Book outlines to structure 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 precise word study.
- Access to BiblicalTraining.org online resources.
Additional Free Resources with Account Registration
- Expand your library with The 1901 American Standard Version (ASV) and other multi-language translations.
- Greek and Hebrew Strong's Dictionaries for original language exploration.
- Hitchcock's Dictionary of Bible Names for understanding biblical names.
- Nave's Topical Bible for thematic studies.
- Devotional readings, classic passages, parables, and miracles for spiritual enrichment.
- Maps and timelines for historical and geographical context.
Future Enhancements
Features from Accordance's other platforms will be gradually integrated into the Android app.
Purchasing Additional Resources
Enrich your study with a vast collection of purchasable Bibles and tools, spanning Christian classics, Jewish publications, and high-end academic references.
Support and Community
Join the conversation in our support forums at https://accordance.bible/forums/ for questions, insights, and community discussion.
What's New in Version 2.2.3
Last updated on Aug 5, 2021
- General fixes and improvements.
- Enhanced Easy Install and Check for Updates to better handle modules not yet supported by the current Accordance version.
