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Explore scripture with multiple English translations and a unique translation from original Hebrew and Greek. Features include reading plans, verse of the day, and AI commentary for deeper understanding. Sync notes and highlights across devices.
What's New in Babel Lens
1.3.0
October 29, 2026
Your Apple Watch now keeps up on its own. The verse of the day changes at midnight, every day for a week, even if you never open the app on your phone. New: a daily verse reminder. Turn it on in Settings and pick your time. One notification a day with that day's verse, on your iPhone and your Apple Watch. Off by default. New: Concordance. Type any word and see every verse in the King James Bible that uses it, in order, with the Hebrew and Greek behind it. Tap a number for the full dictionary entry and how the KJV translates it.
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FAQ
What is Babel Lens?
Babel Lens is a Bible reader designed to help users understand scripture as its original audience did. It offers multiple English translations, a unique translation from original Hebrew and Greek, and scholarly context.
Does Babel Lens have ads?
No, Babel Lens is ad-free. The app is free to read with no signup wall required to start. Monetization comes from optional subscription plans for advanced features.
What translations are available in Babel Lens?
Babel Lens includes multiple English translations such as BSB, WEB, KJV, YLT, ASV, LSV, and DBY. It also features a unique BLV translation rendered from the original Hebrew and Greek.
Can I take notes and highlight verses in Babel Lens?
Yes, Babel Lens allows users to bookmark verses, apply highlights, and add personal notes. These annotations sync across all your devices for a seamless reading experience.
What are the subscription options for Babel Lens?
Babel Lens offers a 'Scholar' subscription plan at $8.99 per month or $84.00 per year. This plan likely unlocks advanced features such as AI commentary and interlinear texts.
Is Babel Lens suitable for younger users?
Babel Lens has an age rating of 4+, making it broadly accessible. The app's focus on detailed scripture study may appeal more to older children and adults.
How often is Babel Lens updated?
The latest version of Babel Lens is 1.3.0, last updated on October 29, 2026. This indicates a relatively active development cycle for the application.
What devices support Babel Lens?
Babel Lens is supported on Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad, and iPod. The Apple Watch functionality requires the Babel Lens iPhone app to be installed.
