Accordance Bible Software: A Deep Dive into Biblical Study
Accordance Bible Software provides a comprehensive suite of tools for in-depth biblical research and analysis. This powerful application offers access to a vast library of resources, including multiple Bible translations, commentaries, lexicons, and other reference materials, all within a user-friendly interface. Ideal for scholars, students, and anyone serious about biblical study.
Key Features:
- Extensive Resources: Access a wide array of Bible versions, dictionaries, and study aids in a single, streamlined app.
- Advanced Search: Utilize sophisticated search capabilities, including tags and commands, to pinpoint specific words, verses, or even Greek and Hebrew roots and lemmas.
- Comparative Analysis: Easily compare different Bible translations side-by-side with synchronized scrolling for efficient cross-referencing.
- Free Starter Pack: Begin your journey with a complimentary Starter Collection, including the ESV Bible and essential dictionaries.
Utilizing Accordance Effectively:
- Leverage Side-by-Side Comparisons: Gain richer understanding by comparing textual variations across different translations.
- Master the Search Function: Quickly locate specific verses or words using the robust search tools.
- Explore Unfamiliar Terms: Consult the integrated dictionaries and lexicons to clarify obscure words and concepts.
Enhanced Reading & Research:
- Immersive Reading: Combine reading with commentary and personal notes for a more engaging study experience.
- Streamlined Comparison: Effortlessly compare translations side-by-side using synchronized scrolling.
Powerful Search Functionality:
- Precise Searches: Quickly find specific words or verses.
- Advanced Search Options: Refine searches using tags and commands for more targeted results.
- Linguistic Depth: Explore Greek and Hebrew texts by lemma, inflected form, or root (sample texts included).
Exploration & Discovery:
- Clarify Word Meanings: Use the included dictionaries and lexicons to define unfamiliar terms.
Initial Free Content:
- ESV Bible (ESVi) with Strong's numbers.
- World English Bible (WEB).
- Greek New Testament and Hebrew Bible samples.
- Easton's Bible Dictionary.
- Book outlines.
- Margin notes and cross-references.
- Bible Lands PhotoGuide Sampler.
- Kohlenberger/Mounce Concise Hebrew–Aramaic and Mounce Concise Greek-English Dictionaries.
- BiblicalTraining.org link.
Unlock More with Account Registration:
- Additional translations (including the 1901 ASV) in multiple languages.
- Greek and Hebrew Strong's Dictionaries.
- Hitchcock's Dictionary of Bible Names.
- Nave's Topical Bible.
- Devotional readings, parables, and miracle accounts.
- Maps and timelines.
Future Developments:
Further features from Accordance's other platforms will be added to the Android app over time.
Expanding Your Resources:
Purchase additional Bibles and study tools to augment your research library, from classic Christian texts to scholarly Jewish publications.
Community & Support:
Engage with the Accordance community and find answers to your questions on their support forums: https://accordance.bible/forums/
Version 2.2.3 Updates (August 5, 2021):
- Bug fixes.
- Improved Easy Install and update handling for newer modules.
