# Apocrypha: Bible's Lost Books — From King James Version Bible

> Collection of ancient biblical books from the original King James Version. (iPhone/iPad app by Haven Tran.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apocrypha-bibles-lost-books/id1294158835 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Haven Tran](https://appshunter.io/developer/1291655261)
- Category: Books, Reference
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 635 App Store ratings · 50 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 58 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-11-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apocrypha-bibles-lost-books/id1294158835/reviews.md

## What is Apocrypha?

Apocrypha / Deuterocanonical: Bible’s Lost Books:

The Apocrypha is a collection of ancient biblical books that were included in the original 1611 King James Bible (KJV) but were later removed in 1885. These texts were originally positioned between the Old Testament and the New Testament, alongside maps and genealogies. Some of these books are also known as Deuterocanonical books, a term used by the Catholic Church and other Christian traditions.

The 70 missing verses of 2 Esdras, which are not included in the King James Version Apocrypha, can be found in the Cambridge Annotated Study Apocrypha, edited by Howard C. Kee, and in the NRSV Holy Bible with Apocrypha, published by Oxford University Press.

Features:
・ Audio Bible (TTS – Text-to-Speech): Listen to the Apocrypha, Deuterocanonical books, and the KJV Bible with professional narration.

・ Offline Access: Read and listen to the Bible and Apocrypha without an internet connection.

・ Auto-Scrolling Mode: Continuous reading without flipping pages manually.

・ Full-Screen Reading Mode for distraction-free Bible study.

・ Bookmark & Notepad: Save your favorite verses, add notes, and copy passages with a single tap.

・ Custom Highlights: Choose from 4 different colors.

・ Large & Bold Fonts: Easy-to-read text with adjustable font sizes, word spacing, and line height.

・ Powerful search engine that lets you quickly find verses across all books of the Bible.

・ Three Verse Layout Modes for personalized reading preferences.

・ Resume Reading: Easily pick up where you left off.

・ Portrait & Landscape Modes for flexible reading.

・ Additional Free Bible Apps Available: Download the King James Version (KJV 1611), World English Bible (WEB), and more.

Books Included for Free:

Apocrypha / Deuterocanonical Books:

1 Esdras
2 Esdras (with missing 70 verses)
Tobit
Judith
Additions to Esther
Wisdom of Solomon
Sirach (Ecclesiasticus)
Baruch
Letter of Jeremiah
Prayer of Azariah
Susanna
Bel and the Dragon
Prayer of Manasseh
1 Maccabees
2 Maccabees
Laodiceans

Should the Apocrypha Be in the Bible?
The Apocrypha has been a subject of debate for centuries. Some argue these books were never part of the inspired Word of God, citing verses such as Tobit 6:5-8, which mentions magic, as inconsistent with the rest of the Bible. Others believe the Apocrypha was wrongly removed, pointing out that these books were included in the Bible for nearly 2,000 years before being taken out just over a century ago. Some claim that they were excluded due to their absence from the original Hebrew manuscripts, while others argue that publishers removed them to reduce printing costs.

Interestingly, fragments of the Dead Sea Scrolls, dating back to before 70 A.D., contain portions of Apocryphal books in Hebrew, including Sirach and Tobit, suggesting that these texts were valued in early Jewish communities.

These Bible book apps are also available from the same developer:

King James Version (KJV) & World English Bible (WEB)
The King James Bible (KJV) remains one of the most widely recognized and influential Bible translations. Commissioned by King James I of England in 1604 and completed in 1611, it has shaped English-speaking Christianity for centuries.

For those seeking a more modern translation, the World English Bible (WEB) provides a complete Holy Bible in contemporary English, maintaining accuracy and readability.

Download Now – The Ultimate Free Apocrypha Bible App!
Explore the Apocrypha, Deuterocanonical books. Whether for Bible study, historical research, or devotional reading, this app provides an authentic biblical experience with powerful features—all for free!

Thank you for using Apocrypha / Deuterocanonical: Bible’s Lost Books.

## Key features

- Audio Bible (TTS)
- Offline Access
- Auto-Scrolling Mode
- Bookmark & Notepad
- Custom Highlights
- Adjustable Fonts

## What do users think of Apocrypha?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Great app
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful features
- 👍 Helpful content
- 👍 Excellent app

**Cons**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔋 Audio quality issues
- 🔒 Intrusive ads
- 🔒 Navigation challenges

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Chapters not loading
- Bookmarks not working
- Crashing issues
- Compatibility problems on tablets

**Most requested features**

- Offline reading mode
- Table of contents
- Improved search functionality
- Bookmarking and note-taking features

## Recent user reviews (10 of 50)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apocrypha-bibles-lost-books/id1294158835/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Download this app ASAP

*2026-03-26*

This app is great! It would be even better with an offline option for reading text and audio

### 2/5 — Review of App

*2026-01-05, version 1.7.4*

Table of contents would have been very helpful listing the chapters.  Was not easy to mark scriptures for quick reflection.  But love the content therein

### 5/5 — Good

*2025-08-15, version 1.6.8*

Great to have available on my phone.

### 5/5 — Love this!

*2025-05-25, version 1.6.8*

Should have been in every Bible, from the beginning.

### 5/5 — It’s great!

*2025-05-16*

The app is a little slow at times but it works overall fine and I can listen to it audibly through the app so that’s also a plus

### 1/5 — Missing book of Jubilee

*2025-01-29, version 1.5.9*

Why is there no book of Jubilee??

### 4/5 — Lost Bible

*2025-01-25*

I like the Bible for the most part. I just wish it was easier to read or to find the chapters you gotta grow all the way down otherwise it’s a good Bible.

### 4/5 — Just downloaded this app

*2024-10-08*

Enjoying my reading so far

### 2/5 — Annoying ads that cover the whole screen

*2024-02-04*

Using the Bible for money is wrong atleast in other apps the ads are at the bottom and do not cover the whole screen making it impossible to click out of. The books are good the ads are super annoying and cover the whole screen for like 10 seconds or more

### 5/5 — Well made

*2024-01-18, version 1.5.2*

Perfect for bed

## Frequently asked questions about Apocrypha

### What is the Apocrypha?

The Apocrypha is a collection of ancient biblical books that were included in the original 1611 King James Bible but were later removed. These texts were positioned between the Old and New Testaments and are also known as Deuterocanonical books by some Christian traditions.

### What are the key features of this app?

The app offers an Audio Bible with Text-to-Speech narration, offline access to read and listen, auto-scrolling for continuous reading, full-screen mode, bookmarking, note-taking, custom highlights, adjustable fonts, and a powerful search engine.

### Is this app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, offering a selection of Apocrypha/Deuterocanonical books. Additional Bible apps from the same developer, such as the King James Version (KJV 1611) and World English Bible (WEB), are also available.

### What books are included for free?

The free version includes the Apocrypha/Deuterocanonical Books such as 1 Esdras, 2 Esdras (with missing 70 verses), Tobit, Judith, Additions to Esther, Wisdom of Solomon, Sirach (Ecclesiasticus), Baruch, Letter of Jeremiah, Prayer of Azariah, Susanna, Bel and the Dragon, Prayer of Manasseh, 1 Maccabees, 2 Maccabees, and Laodiceans.

### Can I use this app without an internet connection?

Yes, the app provides offline access, allowing you to read and listen to the Bible and Apocrypha without an internet connection. This feature ensures you can study scripture anytime, anywhere.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.7.9 — 2026-08-26

- Minor Bug Fixes

### 1.7.8 — 2026-05-06

- Added more search options.

### 1.7.7 — 2026-01-22

Optimize the code to improve performance.

### 1.7.6 — 2026-01-13

- Minor Bug Fix

### 1.7.5 — 2026-01-12

- Minor bug fix

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