Accordance Bible Software is a comprehensive Bible study tool packed with features for in-depth biblical research and analysis. Access multiple Bible translations, commentaries, lexicons, and other valuable reference materials all in one place. Its powerful search capabilities, text comparison tools, and customizable interface make it user-friendly for scholars, students, and anyone serious about Bible study.
Features of Accordance Bible Software:
- Extensive Resources: Access a vast library of Bible translations, dictionaries, and study tools within a single, convenient application.
- Powerful Search Functionality: Effortlessly search for specific words or verses using tags and commands. Explore Greek and Hebrew Bibles by lemma or root.
- Side-by-Side Comparison: Compare different Bible translations simultaneously with synchronized scrolling for easy cross-referencing.
- Free Starter Collection: Begin your journey with a complimentary Starter Collection upon registration, including essential resources like the ESV Bible and key dictionaries.
Study Tips:
- Maximize the side-by-side comparison feature to gain richer insights by analyzing different translations.
- Leverage the powerful search function to quickly locate specific verses or words.
- Explore unfamiliar terms and concepts using the integrated Bible dictionaries and lexicons.
Reading Features
- Enhance your Bible engagement by reading alongside commentary and personal study notes.
- Conveniently compare two Bible translations simultaneously with synchronized scrolling.
Search Capabilities
- Quickly and easily locate specific words or verses.
- Utilize advanced search features, including powerful tags and commands, to refine your search results.
- Conduct in-depth searches of the Greek and Hebrew Bibles (samples included) by lemma, inflected form, or root.
Exploration Tools
Unlock the meanings of unfamiliar words by consulting the included Bible dictionaries and lexicons.
Initial Free Resources
- ESV Bible with Strong's numbers (ESVi) for detailed and annotated reading.
- World English Bible (WEB) for a straightforward translation.
- Greek New Testament and Hebrew Bible samples 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
Expect further integration of features from Accordance's other platforms into the Android app.
Purchasing Additional Resources
Expand your study library with a wide selection of Bibles and study tools available for purchase, encompassing Christian classics, Jewish publications, and high-end reference works.
Support and Community
Engage with the Accordance community and find support at https://accordance.bible/forums/
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.