In part 1 of my review of MyBible 4 NIV Study Bible Bundle from Laridian.com I covered the basics of this special bundle which is offered by Laridian for $49.99, more than a 50% savings over the items purchased separately. As I stated earlier, it provides a well-rounded package of Bible study tools for your Palm. In part 2 of my review, I would like to share overview of MyBible 4 and the 7 Bible versions included in the Bundle.
MyBible 4 is powerful yet easy-to-use Bible study software designed for handheld devices running Palm OS® 5.0 or higher. It gives me convenient access to the Bible and related reference books so I can create my own personalized “library” to read and study on-the-go. The MyBible program, Bibles and books are each sold separately.
Features include:
• Easy, intuitive navigation of Bibles, books, chapters and verses using screen taps, navigation buttons and graffiti-area strokes.
• Cross-references that can be followed back and forward through up to 15 previously viewed verses.
• Fast word and phrase searching – write a word or phrase and MyBible will find it for you in seconds. Use and/or searches or wildcard (*) searches. Results include an excerpt containing the word or phrase -- just tap one to read in context.
• Bookmark option favorite passages
• Add highlights (to Bible text) in six vibrant colors.
• Add a note to any verse - A yellow note indicator with the verse shows you where you have notes, so you can review or add to them at any time. Your notes are available with all translations.
• Set your own reading preferences
o change font size, paragraph format, words of Christ in red and more.
o Split-screen viewing of up to 3 windows (translations, commentaries or dictionaries)
o Synchronize Bibles and books automatically by verse as you move through the Bible.
o Pop-up menus make it easy navigate through the program and options
o View definitions by word or navigate dictionaries (sold separately) by table of contents
• Supports Sony Virtual Graffiti, Graffiti 2; Palm 5-way navigator and Treo 600/650 rocker button; hi-res screens and landscape orientation.
The NIV Study Bible is today's #1 selling study Bible based on the NIV Bible, it is today's most read, most trusted English-language translation. The NIV Study Bible adds over 100,000 cross-references to the NIV Bible text. It includes introductions and outlines for each book of the Bible. Introductions cover author, date of writing, themes and other information important to each book. The NIV Study Bible can be used profitably by all Christians who want to be serious students of the Bible.
It’s features include:
• The complete NIV Bible text with over 100,000 cross-references to related verses, and introductions and outlines for every book of the Bible.
• 21,381 study notes that explain important words and concepts, interpret difficult verses, bring out archaeological facts, include cross-references to related verses and provide practical principles for personal application
The Message (MSG) provides a refreshingly unique Bible-reading experience. Translated directly from the ancient Hebrew and Greek texts into contemporary speech, The Message is designed to open up new understanding and insight as you read God's Word. Passages you've read many times before come alive, revealing the vibrant energy and passion of God's Word.
The King James Version (KJV). Loved by generations of English-speaking Christians, the KJV is the best-selling book of the last 400 years. It has only recently been over-taken by the New International Version in terms of sales, but its lyrical beauty and classic translation defies reduction to mere numbers.
American Standard Version (ASV) was originally published in 1901. It was published as an Americanized version of the English Revised Bible, which was an update of the KJV. While the ASV retains many archaic word forms, it is still generally thought to be more understandable in many passages to the modern reader than the King James Version.
Darby's New Translation (DNT), published in the late 1800's, this literal translation by John Nelson Darby (1800-1882) provided a more accurate rendering of the original languages than translations of the day. This edition includes extensive footnotes and cross-references.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT), originally published in the late 1800's, is noted for its accurate, word-for-word phrasing.
World English Bible (WEB) is a Modern English translation of the Holy Bible, based on the American Standard Version (1901), the Biblia Hebraica Stutgartensa Old Testament, and the Greek Majority Text New Testament.
Note: Part 1 of this article was posted to Palm Addicts on 7/11/06; Watch for Part 3, which will give you an overview of the reference and bible study tools included in the MyBible 4 NIV Study Bible Bundle. For more information about the programs offered by Laridian, go to Laridian.com.
