# JSL Bible (日本手話訳聖書)

> Japanese Sign Language Bible app with playback and bookmarking features. (iPhone/iPad app by APSDA (Asia Pacific Sign Language Development Association).)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jsl-bible/id933830008 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [APSDA (Asia Pacific Sign Language Development Association)](https://appshunter.io/developer/883481205)
- Category: Reference
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 27 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-11-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-06
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jsl-bible/id933830008/reviews.md

## What is JSL Bible (日本手話訳聖書)?

日本手話訳聖書がついに手の中に。

ろう者が開発に携わり、使いやすく便利な機能を多彩に備えたアプリに仕上がりました。
全ての機能が御言葉にふれる事を中心に作られています。

＝聖書をみる＝
　再生したい書・章・節の範囲を簡単に選択でき、デボーション時など、同じ箇所を繰り返し再生するのに便利です。
　基本的な再生、一時停止、節の早送り、巻き戻し機能もあり、迅速に見たい箇所を表示することができます。　
　ビデオのスピード調整もでき、自分が理解しやすいスピードで見ることができます。

＝ブックマーク＝
　再生範囲の保存（ブックマーク）をすることが出来るので、礼拝での引用箇所を事前に準備して表示することが可能です。

＝履歴＝
　過去の再生履歴が保存されるので、過去のデボーションの箇所などを素早く表示して、御言葉に触れることができます。


日本語聖書の著作権
本アプリに使用された日本語「新共同訳」本文の著作権は日本聖書協会（JBS）が所有し、日本聖書協会のご許可の下、使用しています。

日本手話訳聖書の著作権
本アプリに使用された『日本手話訳聖書』の著作権は日本ろう福音協会が所有し、日本ろう福音協会のご許可の下、使用しています。

『聖書 新共同訳』：
ⓒ共同訳聖書実行委員会 、日本聖書協会 1987, 1988

The BIBLE, The New Interconfessional Translation
ⓒExecutive Committee of Common Bible Translation
ⓒJapan Bible Society 1987, 1988 

『日本手話訳聖書』：
 © 日本ろう福音協会、日本聖書協会 1996, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014 

The BIBLE, Japanese Sign Language Translation
©Japan Deaf Evangel Mission

## Key features

- Japanese Sign Language Bible translation
- Selectable scripture ranges
- Playback controls (play, pause, fast forward, rewind)
- Adjustable playback speed
- Bookmark saved passages
- Playback history

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jsl-bible/id933830008/reviews.md

### 1/5 — ？

*2024-12-28*

開いてもビデオも聖書の原文も見られない

### 4/5 — 不具合報告

*2016-01-31*

主の祈り（マタイ6:9-13）を範囲選択して再生しようとすると不具合が起こります。
好きな箇所なので、ピンポイントにバグられて困っておりますので、改善していただけたらありがたいです。

### 2/5 — よくわからない

*2014-11-09*

使い方が今ひとつ分かりません
もっと簡単に

## Frequently asked questions about JSL Bible (日本手話訳聖書)

### What is JSL Bible?

JSL Bible is an application that provides the Japanese Sign Language translation of the Bible. It was developed with the involvement of deaf individuals to ensure user-friendliness and incorporate helpful features centered around engaging with scripture.

### Can I bookmark verses in JSL Bible?

Yes, JSL Bible allows you to save specific playback ranges as bookmarks. This is useful for preparing and quickly accessing scripture passages for church services or personal study.

### Does JSL Bible have playback history?

Yes, the app automatically saves your past playback history. This feature allows you to easily revisit verses you've previously studied or listened to, facilitating continued engagement with the Word.

### What devices does JSL Bible support?

JSL Bible is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible on a range of Apple mobile products.

### What is the age rating for JSL Bible?

JSL Bible has an age rating of 4+, indicating it is suitable for users aged four and older.

### How often is JSL Bible updated?

The app was last updated on October 17, 2023, with version 3.0.2. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing support and potential for future improvements.

### What is the user rating for JSL Bible?

JSL Bible has a rating of 3.0 stars based on 2 reviews. This indicates a mixed reception from its current user base.

### Is JSL Bible free to use?

Yes, JSL Bible is completely free to download and use, with no cost associated with accessing its features or content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0.2 — 2023-10-17

UIリニューアル・機能改善など

### 3.0.1 — 2023-10-17

UIリニューアル・機能改善など

### 2.0 — 2023-04-19

Internal code changes; we changed the application framework to make it easier to maintain and update the app for you.

### 1.6.0 — 2023-04-06

New logo and splash screen, updated compatibility with latest iPhone models.

### 1.5.2 — 2017-09-28

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

• iOS 11 compatibility
• Various bugs fixed

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