# Jerusalem Bible Holy Version — user reviews > 92 indexed App Store user reviews of Jerusalem Bible Holy Version by Oleg Shukalovich, rated 4.80/5 from 960 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jerusalem-bible-holy-version/id984613884/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jerusalem-bible-holy-version/id984613884.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 865 · 4★ 65 · 3★ 12 · 2★ 7 · 1★ 11 ## What do users think of Jerusalem Bible Holy Version? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 📖 Readable and well-ordered - 🔍 Easy to locate verses - 💻 User-friendly interface - 🌐 Accessible anywhere - 🧠 Helpful for scholars, students, and contemplatives **Cons** - 💰 Ads not removable despite upgrade option - 🔎 Search function issues - 🔊 Poor audio quality - 🤔 Not the original 1966 Jerusalem Bible **Commonly reported bugs** - Upgrade button not functioning - App freezing or crashing - Incorrect biblical text compared to original **Most requested features** - Remove ads option that works - Continuous reading mode - Printing/exporting individual books or passages - Improved search functionality ## Newest reviews (16 of 92) ### 4/5 — Nice App *2025-11-08* Love it. Flexible on pad or phone. Audio is easy and optional, though monotone. I find it very difficult to highlight passages. (I couldn’t, though seems to be featured). All in all, as nice app. ### 4/5 — Audio *2025-09-13* It’s a great read ,the only problem is the audio . Some of the choices are scary or just odd honestly. ### 4/5 — Remove *2025-06-01, version 3.1* Needs remove add ### 2/5 — Misleading *2025-04-14, version 3.1* Disappointed. This is NOT - repeat NOT - the original 1966 Jerusalem Bible. It is the 1985 NEW Jerusalem Bible, complete with gender-neutral language. ### 5/5 — The Jerusalem Bible is Unique *2024-12-25* I was glad to seen an app that featured The Jerusalem Bible of 1966. It is a unique translation done during a unique time. It was done by Catholics during the Vatican II era, which was a very ecumenical (unity among various branches of Christian groups) time. It came with a lot of notes (not included in app) with were very helpful and are moderately conservative theologically, and therefore enjoyable to Protestants and Catholics alike. The translation is idiomatic enough to bring out the flavor of what was said, yet without straying too much from the original language. The subsequent revisions of it in 1985 (New Jerusalem Bible) and just recently (Revised New Jerusalem Bible) brought about notes that are somewhat more liberal or progressive in nature. And the translation in these revisions revert back to some terms that are somewhat obscure to many Protestants, such as “saving justice” instead of “justification” in Paul’s writings. There are a lot of different translations of the Bible available out there, and none of them are perfect. But the Jerusalem Bible (1966) is a gem, because of the clarity of the translation, and the unique ecumenical time in which it was made, as well as the mostly helpful notes that came with that edition (if you can find a hard copy that has the notes). Later editions claim the 1966 edition didn’t rely on the Hebrew and Greek as much as they should have, but that claim is overstated, and most people use more than one translation for study or devotions anyway. ### 5/5 — Roberto *2024-08-31* Excellent that’s all I can say. ### 2/5 — Like the translation HATE the politics *2024-08-07, version 3.1* A Bible should not be stumping for any politician. Period. ### 5/5 — Well presented and easy to use *2024-08-06* This bible is very good as it allows you to read sacred scriptures where ever you are rather than wasting time. The index is well laid out and font size is good. ### 5/5 — Bible is way to read! *2024-06-10* I like the Jerusalem bible because I like how easy it is to access individual chapters. I am studying Mark in a bible study. We have to find verses from the old & New Testament. I flip back & forth easily. The text size is good. ### 5/5 — Jerusalem Bible is *2024-05-31, version 3.1* Readable Well ordered Clearly marked Easy to locate An important language presentation. Thank you so much. This is an important tool for both scholars and students and independent seekers and contemplatives. The JB IS A GREAT ACCESS TO ALL OF THOSE MOMENTS IN THE SPIRITUAL LIFE. Joan chittister ### 5/5 — Love this translation *2024-04-18* I have read the leather bound version for many years. I appreciate all the footnotes and all the scholarly help. It is great to have the same version that I am familiar with on my phone. It is a solid Catholic version and also very personal in presenting God to us. ### 5/5 — Easy to use *2024-03-30* So easy everyday one can wake up and have 3 beautiful bible verses at there eyes sight and it also easy to look up a verse ### 4/5 — Review. *2024-02-26* Very happy with this version. ### 4/5 — Ads free doesn’t seem to be an option *2024-01-01, version 3.1* The Bible is great, but I can’t find a way to buy it ad free. ### 5/5 — Jerusalem bible *2023-10-05, version 3.1* I love it as it is used in the church ### 5/5 — Review *2023-09-22, version 3.1* Jerusalem bible stresses the importance of original words of Holy bible. Thank you and God bless ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — There are now ads this app. Why? *2026-01-11, version 3.1* Why am I seeing ads? I thought this was a free app? How do I get rid of these? ### 1/5 — Bible should be free? Why do I need to see commercial at the bottom of page? They don’t fit the … *2026-01-06, version 3.1* The Bible should be free? Why do I need to see commercial at the bottom of page? They don’t fit the … Christian narrative cheap and skinkie ?” ### 1/5 — Not the JB, but the NJB! *2025-09-07, version 3.1* This does not correspond to the 1966 version, as advertised here. ### 1/5 — Search button? *2025-08-02* I’m unable to locate a specific scripture verse using the search button. This is a big fault. ### 1/5 — NOT the 1966 Jerusalem Bible *2022-12-18, version 3.1* Per the previews shown here, this is the 1985 NEW Jerusalem Bible, which uses restrained gender-inclusive language. What gives it away here is that it reads "a divine wind" and not "the Spirit of God" is sweeping or hovering over the waters. ### 1/5 — Can’t get rid of adverts *2022-07-29, version 3.0* Ads very distracting when trying to read Bible, but upgrade to get rid of ads not working ☹️ ### 1/5 — Won’t Upgrade *2022-07-24, version 3.0* I want to remove the ads. I click on the remove upgrade link. Then, Upgrade. Nothing happens. Is there something I’m doing wrong? Or is this Glitch? ### 1/5 — Lost in space! *2022-05-06, version 3.0* It seems that the developers abandoning their work! This app becomes orphaned, can’t activate any features, especially removing ads! All comments are at least 3 years old. ### 1/5 — NOT the Jerusalem Bible *2021-09-10, version 3.0* Change its name to “New Jerusalem Bible”. Counter to the app description, this 1985 translation is NOT approved for Catholic worship (except with special bishops’ permission). The original 1966 Jerusalem Bible is LOTS better. ### 1/5 — Truth in advertising please *2020-08-04, version 3.0* Good app, but I have two gripes. (1) “No ads” should mean what it says. Why is Google putting banner ads at the bottom of every page? (2) This is the NJB, not the JB. A Bible app presenting the word of God can't begin with two misstatements of fact. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Best Bible *2026-06-23* The Jerusalem Bible has been my favorite bible for years. That’s why I was so happy to find it on line. It speaks to me, and I feel confident using it. ### 5/5 — glad this exists! *2026-06-21, version 3.1* lyrical! super relatable translation! like easy listening but deep and powerful.. not "bible lite" but super relatable ### 5/5 — Wisdom *2026-03-31, version 3.1* I have gained new insight into the word God of Love and Mercy. Blessed be the translators. ### 5/5 — Great translation. *2026-03-22* Love this translation and the fact that it uses Yahweh. Easy to read. ### 5/5 — Best bible app *2026-03-22, version 3.1* This is by far my favourite bible app, and translation ### 5/5 — Jerusalem Bible *2025-12-29* I absolutely love this translation of the Bible. It is my favorite. It’s a little more poetic and easier to read. ### 5/5 — Great translation and resource *2025-11-11* It is a great translation and resource! Easy to use. ### 5/5 — usefulness of JB *2025-10-06, version 3.1* I’ve been using this version for over 5 yes and love the simplicity of the language. It also provides an area for notes and helps you to highlight scriptures for quick reference points. ### 5/5 — Love the font. *2025-08-13* Easy to read and navigate with notes and more. ### 5/5 — Got to get *2025-05-29, version 3.1* Amazing --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-30.*