# Avestan Lexicon

> Offline Avestan language and scripture study companion with a comprehensive dictionary. (iPhone/iPad app by Justin Haubrich.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avestan-lexicon/id6787595315 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Justin Haubrich](https://appshunter.io/developer/1776539999)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 21 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-07-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avestan-lexicon/id6787595315/reviews.md

## What is Avestan Lexicon?

Avestan Lexicon is a complete, offline companion for reading the Avesta and studying the Avestan language — the sacred tongue of Zoroastrianism.

THE FULL AVESTA, OFFLINE
Read the entire corpus with no internet connection: the Yasna, the Gathas of Zarathustra, the Visperad, the Vendidad, the Yashts, the Khordeh Avesta, and the Fragments. Every verse is presented in Roman transliteration, in the original Din Dabireh (Avestan script), and in English translation, side by side.

A LIVING DICTIONARY
Look up thousands of Avestan words with translations, definitions, grammatical notes, and etymological detail. Search is diacritic-insensitive so you never have to hunt for the right accent. Tap any word in a verse to see its meaning instantly.

BUILT FOR STUDY
- Browse the dictionary A–Z or search in Avestan or English
- Curated word collections that group vocabulary by theme
- Word of the Day and Verse of the Day
- Bookmark verses and words, and pick up where you left off
- Clean, book-like typography designed for long reading

COMPLETELY OFFLINE. COMPLETELY PRIVATE
The entire dictionary and scripture library are bundled inside the app. There is no account to create, no sign-in, no ads, and no tracking. Nothing you read or search ever leaves your device. It works the same on a plane, in an archive, or anywhere with no signal.

For students, scholars, Zoroastrians, and anyone drawn to one of the world's oldest religious traditions.

## Key features

- Offline Avesta reading
- Avestan language dictionary
- Roman transliteration and English translation
- Word and verse of the day
- Bookmarking and progress saving
- Ad-free and private experience

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avestan-lexicon/id6787595315/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Good experience along with good UI

*2026-07-24*

Have been using this app for the last few days. The UI is clean and the overall expedite is nice. The information about the Avesta is also expansive and very well put together. Kudos to the developer

### 5/5 — Most insightful Zoroastrian app

*2026-07-12*

This app has really helped me to learn more about my religion. It has the entire Avesta and all the prayers. It has english translations too. This is the most amazing app if you wanna learn about Zoroastrianism

### 4/5 — Khashno Tharoure Mazdao

*2026-07-12*

An astonishing compendium of all Zoroastrian scriptures in Roman and Avestan script, fully catalogued and searchable. Slightly cumbersome to use because the human interface is not intuitive. Bit you get the hang of it after a few tries. All credit to its designer for his dedication. 🙏

### 5/5 — The best Avesta app

*2026-07-10*

The entire Avesta in a beautiful user interface. This is the best Avesta app for Zoroastrians.

## Frequently asked questions about Avestan Lexicon

### What is Avestan Lexicon?

Avestan Lexicon is a comprehensive, offline application designed for reading the Avesta and studying the Avestan language. It includes the full scripture corpus and a detailed dictionary, making it a valuable resource for learning.

### Does Avestan Lexicon require an internet connection?

No, Avestan Lexicon is completely offline. The entire dictionary and scripture library are bundled within the app, allowing you to read and study without any internet connection.

### Is Avestan Lexicon free to use?

Yes, Avestan Lexicon is available for free. There are no costs associated with downloading or using the app's features.

### Does Avestan Lexicon have advertisements?

No, Avestan Lexicon is ad-free. The developers have ensured a clean and uninterrupted study experience with no advertisements present.

### What content is included in Avestan Lexicon?

The app includes the full Avesta corpus (Yasna, Gathas, Visperad, Vendidad, Yashts, Khordeh Avesta, and Fragments) in transliteration, original script, and English translation. It also features a dictionary with thousands of Avestan words.

### What study tools are available in Avestan Lexicon?

Avestan Lexicon offers several study tools, including browsing the dictionary, curated word collections, Word of the Day, Verse of the Day, bookmarking, and resuming your reading progress.

### Is my data private when using Avestan Lexicon?

Yes, Avestan Lexicon is designed for complete privacy. There is no account creation, sign-in, tracking, or data collection. Everything you read or search stays on your device.

### What devices is Avestan Lexicon available on?

Avestan Lexicon is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices, offering a dedicated experience for Apple users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.0 — 2026-08-15

Dark mode has arrived — read the scripture by lamplight.

• Dark mode, app-wide. Follow your device appearance automatically, or switch any time from the header. Tuned warm for long night reading.
• Avestan script fix: the word-separator dot no longer renders as an empty box.
• Assorted polish across the reader, dictionary, and library.

### 1.3.1 — 2026-08-07

Fixes in 1.3.1:

• English scripture search now finds verses whose translations contain
  diacritics — including "yatha ahu vairyo" and other key prayers
• Themed collections show their full word lists
• Fixed verses that could not be reached while paging through a chapter,
  and chapters that ended on a loading spinner
• The slideshow now runs correctly through every book
• Fixed exporting notes, copying text, notes saved on Introductions, and
  loading more search results

### 1.2.0 — 2026-07-18

This update adds:

• A home screen widget: Verse of the Day
• Margin notes on verses and words, with word-tap lookups and copy-as-citation
• A daily verse notification option
• Word-frequency stats in scripture search
• Various fixes and refinements throughout

### 1.1.0 — 2026-07-14

New: Middle Persian texts and a stunning Library to browse every book by cover. Bookmark verses and words, and reopen right where you left off — all offline.

### 1.0.0 — 2026-07-10

No release notes.

## Related topics

[zoroastrian](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/zoroastrian)

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