BPBible is a graphical Bible study application combining scripture reading with searching, reference works and personal notes. It was developed using Python, wxPython and the CrossWire SWORD library.
One of its distinguishing capabilities is the search engine. Rather than restricting searches to individual verses, BPBible can examine words across verse boundaries. This provides additional flexibility when looking for phrases and related terms that do not fit neatly within conventional scripture divisions.
The application also includes tools for collecting references around particular subjects. Users can organise passages into topical collections and add commentary, making it useful for studying themes across different biblical books.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Read Bible translations through compatible SWORD modules.
- Display commentaries and dictionaries alongside scripture passages.
- Search Bible texts for individual words and phrases.
- Perform proximity searches across verse boundaries.
- Use regular expressions and phrase searching for more precise results.
- Use word stemming and other supported text-matching methods.
- Combine search terms and apply field-specific search expressions.
- Search for Strong’s numbers and morphological references in supported modules.
- Perform unindexed searches when appropriate.
- Display scripture references as tooltips within the application.
- Rearrange study windows and retain preferred layouts.
- Maintain personal notes associated with Bible passages.
- Collect related passages into lists organised by topic.
- Add annotations and commentary to topical collections.
- Install additional translations and reference works through SWORD module support.
Website: github.com/bpbible/bpbible
Support:
Developer: BPBible development team
License: GNU General Public License v2.0
BPBible is written in Python. Learn Python with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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