# HebrewBible

> Digital Hebrew Bible study tool with multiple versions, word analysis, topics, and maps. (iPhone/iPad app by Zev Clementson.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hebrewbible/id310104088 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Zev Clementson](https://appshunter.io/developer/310104091)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: $9.99
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 51 App Store ratings · 100 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 137 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-05-03
- Data updated: 2026-09-09
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hebrewbible/id310104088/reviews.md

## What is HebrewBible?

The Hebrew Bible iPhone application is designed for reading/studying the Hebrew Bible in either Hebrew, Aramaic (Torah only), or in a parallel translation format combining Hebrew and another language (at present, either English or French). It is also useful as a tool for improving one's knowledge of Biblical Hebrew and Biblical Aramaic. It is comprised of five main components:

1. Bible: The Hebrew Bible is accessible in several different versions (a default version is selected via iPhone preferences and it is possible to change versions while running the application as well). The first six versions listed below are included in the App, the other versions can be either accessed over the Internet or downloaded (at no additional charge). The versions that are available are: 
    * Hebrew (cantillation)
    * Hebrew (vowels)
    * Hebrew (no vowels)
    * Hebrew/English (cantillation)
    * Hebrew/English (vowels)
    * Hebrew/English (no vowels)
    * Hebrew/French
    * English
    * Hebrew Torah (commentary)
    * Aramaic Torah (vowels)
    * Aramaic Torah (no vowels)

When reading a book or chapter (regardless of the version selected), it is also possible to listen to the Hebrew version of the selected book/chapter being read by pressing the "Play" button at the top of the page. The audio readings are pronounced in Sephardi-style Hebrew. In additon to a "Book"-based reading approach, it is possible to also toggle to a "Parashah"-based approach (a Parashah is the weekly synagogue Torah/Haftarah reading). Both Ashkenazi and Sephardi Parashah readings are supported. While reading the Hebrew and Hebrew/English versions, if you touch any Hebrew word, you will be presented with a pop-up English definition. From the popup, it is also possible to display a list of all the verses in the Hebrew Bible that contain that word. 

2. Words: This is useful for learning more about specific Hebrew words and for discovering related words. One can lookup words by "Root" by selecting the first two letters of the Hebrew word root. A listing will be displayed of all Hebrew words (and, optionally, Aramaic words and/or proper names) that begin with those two letters. Once the list is displayed, touching a word will open up a further level of detail about the selected word (and, optionally, all verses that contain that word or the BDB page for that word). Alternatively, one can use the "Translate" function to translate words or sentences or go directly to the word detail via the "Strongs" number lookup function. There is also a word search facility.

3. Topics: There are links to key topics (over 200 people/places/things) in the Wikipedia online encyclopedia. One can access topics by Bible book, by "Meta" topics, and a consolidated list of all topics.

4. Maps: There are maps of almost every location (over 1,000 locations) mentioned in the Hebrew Bible. It is possible to display multiple different locations on a map and to clear previously selected locations from a map. One can access Maps by Bible book or a consolidated list of all maps. By selecting a location on the map and touching the "callout detail disclosure" symbol (the "right arrow"), one can see a listing of all verses in the Hebrew Bible that mention that location.

5. BDB: The Brown–Driver–Briggs Hebrew Lexicon is probably the most commonly used Biblical Hebrew Lexicon. A complete copy of this lexicon is accessible from within the application. In additon, individual pages  can be displayed via the word lookup functionality.

An Internet connection is required in order to use some content in this application but most core functionality is maintained locally.

## Key features

- Multiple Bible versions (Hebrew, Aramaic, English, French)
- Parallel translation viewing
- Audio playback of Hebrew readings
- Word lookup by root and Strong's number
- Verse and word search functionality
- Links to Wikipedia topics
- Interactive Bible maps

## What do users think of HebrewBible?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 📚 Excellent for studying Hebrew Scriptures
- 💡 Instant definitions by tapping words
- 🎧 Audio recordings of Hebrew text
- 🗺️ Useful map feature
- 📖 Side-by-side Hebrew/English translation
- ✅ Good tech support
- 💯 Indispensable for vocabulary building
- 🌟 Well-designed and intuitive
- 💰 Great value for the price
- 👍 Easy to use interface

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🐛 App shuts down spontaneously
- 🐛 Hard to close/navigate
- 🐛 Blank pages instead of text
- 🐛 Audio quality is poor
- 🐛 Search function broken
- 🐛 Requires internet connection
- 🐛 Unpolished UI
- 🐛 Audio playback issues
- 🐛 Text too small

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App shuts down spontaneously
- Hard to close
- Hard to navigate
- App crashes frequently
- Switching chapters not working correctly
- App forces closure when highlighting a letter
- App would only work for a short period
- Hebrew text and entire app froze
- Blank page appears
- Stopped opening
- App crashes when trying to open
- Doesn't work on iPad
- App crashes every time play button is pushed
- Translation by clicking Hebrew words not working
- App doesn't work unless opened from App Store
- No text displayed
- Bible text doesn't appear
- App crashes and won't open
- Audio cannot play when phone is locked
- Audio cannot pause
- Playback error message when audio tampered with
- Does not receive updates/crash fixes often
- App crashes all the time
- Lexicon is photographs
- Words, Maps, and Topics sections don't load/open
- App is sluggish
- Text highlights when in play/listening mode
- Verse numbering in Hebrew script
- Glitches - does not go to the indicated chapter
- Search function is broken
- Parallel translation cannot be turned off
- Info window pops up off of the current screen
- Audio recordings have atrocious sound quality
- No indication of reader's position in text
- Tiny inconsistencies in Hebrew text presentation

**Most requested features**

- Ability to adjust font size
- Option to pause/play audio at any point
- Highlight text as it is spoken
- Offline text download
- Verse-by-verse audio playback
- Add trope and stam options
- Search by parsha
- Make notes within the bible
- Parsing information for each occurrence
- Slower Hebrew reading for audio

## Recent user reviews (10 of 100)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hebrewbible/id310104088/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Buggy!

*2026-03-09*

The iPad app is very buggy: shuts down spontaneously, hard to close, hard to navigate. The app on my iPhone works well

### 2/5 — Zu instabil

*2026-01-11, version 8.1*

An sich ist es eine tolle App, aber mit viel zu vielen Bugs. Immer wieder stürzt die App ab oder das schalten von einen Kapitel zum nächsten funktioniert nicht richtig. Wäre das nicht da wäre die App super.

### 5/5 — Good tech support

*2025-10-05*

I had an issue with the program  on my iPad.  I wrote the developer and received a helpful response the same day.  Thank you.

### 1/5 — Eh

*2024-10-30, version 8.1*

When I attempt to highlight a letter it forces my app to close!!!! Every. Single. Time!

### 1/5 — Garbage

*2024-05-14*

Don’t waste your time or money on this app. It would work for only a short period of time.

### 5/5 — Excellent app

*2023-02-16, version 8.1*

I am so grateful to Zev Clementson for producing this wonderful app, and giving it freely. I cannot recommend it highly enough to anyone who wishes to seriously study the Hebrew Scriptures. Thank you Zev!

### 4/5 — Hebrew Bible חי

*2022-09-22*

I have used this app for years and have loved it.  But suddenly a few days ago the Hebrew text and the entire app froze.  That was true for the next day as well, so I deleted and reinstalled it (something I have done x3 in the last couple days), and everything came back and worked EXCEPT THE HEBREW TEXT.  I can go to a book and verse and all I get is a blank page!  Help!

### 5/5 — Stopped Working on iOS 14.7.1

*2021-09-11*

I agree - this app is the best - for several reasons, most of them mentioned in other apps. I am shocked and dismayed to find that it simply stopped working on my iPad. I will try removing and reinstalling. But I don't think that is going to do it. It does not get an apple message that it needs to be updated, like many apps do. It simply tries to start and bombs out to the home screen. I don't see any other way to communicate with the developer than writing this review. PLEASE have a look at this.

### 5/5 — Love the app!

*2021-07-06*

I’ve been using this app for a few years now, and have come to depend upon it. I appreciate the clean and simple graphics, and the fact that there are nikudot (vowel points), which is not always the case with Hebrew apps. I especially love that every chapter has a corresponding voice recording—a real live human and not a robotic approximation. And also that I can choose whether or not to display an English translation beside the Hebrew text. The app is easy to use and makes it simple to access the concordance and reference materials. 

Recently I had issues with accessing the concordance and reference materials, but an email to the developer (one is included in the app information) was answered quickly and the problem was solved by deleting the app and reinstalling (which I had to do twice before it worked).

### 5/5 — Blank page appears

*2021-07-05*

I tap a word to see its meaning and a sign appears about data errors. 
I deleted the app and reinstalled and now blank screen. 
:(
I love this app and need it. Please help me. 
Thanks.

## Frequently asked questions about HebrewBible

### What is the Hebrew Bible app?

The Hebrew Bible app is a digital tool designed for reading and studying the Hebrew Bible. It offers the text in Hebrew, Aramaic, and parallel translations with English or French. The app also includes features to help users improve their understanding of Biblical Hebrew and Aramaic.

### What are the key features of the Hebrew Bible app?

Key features include access to multiple Bible versions, parallel translation viewing, audio playback of Hebrew readings, a robust word lookup system by root and Strong's number, search functionality for verses and words, links to relevant Wikipedia topics, and interactive maps of biblical locations.

### Is the Hebrew Bible app free to use?

Yes, the Hebrew Bible app is free to use. All core features and included Bible versions are accessible without any cost. Additional Bible versions can be accessed online or downloaded at no extra charge.

### What languages are supported by the Hebrew Bible app?

The app primarily supports reading the Hebrew Bible in Hebrew (with or without vowels and cantillation), Aramaic (for the Torah), and parallel translations with English or French. It also provides English definitions for Hebrew words.

### How can this app help me learn Hebrew or Aramaic?

The app is useful for improving knowledge of Biblical Hebrew and Aramaic through its word lookup features. You can explore words by their root, find definitions, see all verses containing a specific word, and even access BDB pages for detailed information.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 8.1 — 2014-12-03

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

Minor fixes. Note: A number of people have installed my Hebrew Bible app and have said that they just see a "blank" screen when opening the app. This doesn't seem to be happening to everyone; however, if you do experience this issue, it is easily resolved by selecting a Bible "version". Just follow the steps described on the HebrewBible Support page.

### 7.3 — 2014-07-18

Minor bug fixes

### 7.2 — 2013-12-18

Minor bug fixes.

### 7.1 — 2013-11-27

Updated for iOS 7.
There are now 3 Hebrew & 3 Hebrew/English versions - all local to device.
Bug fixes.

### 6.1 — 2012-10-24

iOS 6.0 support 
iPhone 5 (4" screen) support 
Minor bug fixes 

***** 
If you like this app, please keep the reviews coming! 
*****

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