Free Bible Software for Windows

After talking about different bible software with some people at life group on Sunday, I thought I’d do a bit more investigation into some of the free bible software available. The main software I’ve looked at so far is: In the beginning was the Word, The SWORD Project (for Windows). I also tried MyBible - but didn’t get past the installation, as it failed to download the texts.

Here’s my initial findings, I intend to investigate some others and post some more details as I use them a bit more later on…

In the beginning was the Word

Highlights

  • Clipboard Monitor that pops up a verse when you copy a reference from anywhere

  • Excellent Interface

  • Personal Note storage

  • Lots of texts available (including original languages)

Disadvantages

  • Doesn’t have footnotes to the text

  • No cross references

SWORD Project (Windows)

Highlights
  • Lots of texts available (including modern translations)
Disadvantages

  • Difficult to use Interface

  • Flashes a lot when you change passage or settings