Accordance Bible Software is a powerful and versatile Bible study platform designed for deep biblical research and meaningful personal exploration. Whether you're a scholar, student, or devoted reader, Accordance provides an extensive suite of tools to enhance your understanding of Scripture. With access to numerous Bible translations, commentaries, lexicons, dictionaries, and scholarly resources, it brings a wealth of knowledge to your fingertips. Its intuitive interface, advanced search capabilities, and customizable layout make studying the Bible more efficient and insightful than ever before. From basic reading to in-depth linguistic analysis, Accordance Bible Software equips users with everything needed for a rich and rewarding study experience.

Key Features of Accordance Bible Software

• Extensive Resources: Access a vast library of Bible translations, commentaries, dictionaries, and study tools—all integrated into one seamless application.
• Powerful Search Function: Perform precise searches using tags and commands. Search not only by word or verse but also within original language texts—find every occurrence of a Greek or Hebrew lemma, root, or inflected form with ease.
• Side-by-Side Comparison: View multiple Bible translations side by side with synchronized scrolling, making it simple to compare nuances between versions and gain deeper textual insights.
• Free Starter Collection: Upon registration, new users receive a complimentary Starter Collection, including essential tools like the ESV Bible with Strong’s numbers, the World English Bible, and key reference materials to begin their journey.

Tips for Effective Use

• Maximize the side-by-side comparison feature to analyze differences in translation and uncover deeper meanings in the text.
• Leverage the advanced search function to locate specific verses, themes, or theological concepts quickly.
• Deepen your understanding of difficult terms by exploring definitions in the built-in Bible dictionaries and lexicons.

Reading Features

• Read the Bible alongside trusted commentaries and add your own personal study notes for a more engaged reading experience.
• Compare two Bible translations in parallel panes with synchronized scrolling, enabling effortless side-by-side analysis.

Searching Capabilities

• Quickly locate any word, phrase, or verse across your entire library.
• Refine searches using tags, commands, and Boolean operators for highly accurate results.
• Explore the original languages with sample texts of the Greek New Testament and Hebrew Bible, searchable by lemma, root, or inflected form—ideal for linguistic and exegetical study.

Exploration Tools

• Look up unfamiliar words using integrated Bible dictionaries and lexicons to clarify meaning and context.

Initial Free Resources Included

• ESV Bible with Strong’s numbers (ESVi) – for detailed, annotated reading.
• World English Bible (WEB) – a clear and accessible public domain translation.
• Greek New Testament and Hebrew Bible samples – for deeper engagement with the original languages.
• Easton’s Bible Dictionary – a reliable reference for quick lookups.
• Book outlines – to help structure your study of each biblical book.
• Margin notes and cross-references – to provide additional context and scriptural connections.
• Bible Lands PhotoGuide Sampler – for visual learners and those interested in historical geography.
• Kohlenberger/Mounce Concise Hebrew–Aramaic Dictionary and Mounce Concise Greek-English Dictionary – for linguistic accuracy.
• BiblicalTraining.org – access free online Bible study courses and teachings.

Additional Free Resources with Account Registration

• Expand your library with the 1901 American Standard Version (ASV) and other translations available in multiple languages.
• Access Greek and Hebrew Strong's Dictionaries for deeper word studies.
• Explore Hitchcock's Dictionary of Bible Names to understand the significance of biblical names.
• Use Nave's Topical Bible for thematic research and sermon preparation.
• Enjoy devotional readings, classic passages, parables, and miracles for spiritual enrichment.
• Study maps and timelines to better understand the historical and geographical context of Scripture.

Future Enhancements

The Android version of Accordance will continue to evolve, with more features from Accordance’s desktop and iOS platforms being added over time. Stay tuned for updates that bring even greater functionality and depth to your mobile Bible study experience.

Purchasing Additional Resources

Enhance your library with a wide selection of purchasable content, including premium Bible translations, in-depth commentaries, theological works, Christian classics, Jewish publications, and high-end reference tools. Whether you're conducting academic research or growing in your faith, Accordance offers resources to meet your needs.

Support and Community

Have questions or want to share insights? Join the Accordance community in the official support forums at https://accordance.bible/forums/. Connect with fellow users, get expert advice, and participate in meaningful discussions about Bible study and software usage.

What's New in Version 2.2.3

Last updated: August 5, 2021

• Improved handling of modules during Easy Install and Check for Updates when modules are too recent for the current version.
• Various bug fixes to enhance stability and performance.