# The Scriptures

> Digital collection of LDS standard works with fast search and bookmarking. (iPhone/iPad app by Lee Falin.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-scriptures/id287370390 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Lee Falin](https://appshunter.io/developer/287370393)
- Category: Books, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 143 App Store ratings · 209 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 125 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-02-01
- Data updated: 2026-09-09
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-scriptures/id287370390/reviews.md

## What is The Scriptures?

Contains the entire standard works of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints*.

Includes:
- The King James Version of the Bible
- The Book of Mormon
- The Doctrine and Covenants
- The Pearl of Great Price

Features:
- Entire LDS standard works
- Super-fast scripture lookup
- Ability to search for a word or phrase across all scriptures
- Ability to mark scriptures (Via In-App Purchase)


* This application is neither provided nor endorsed by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

## Key features

- Complete LDS standard works
- Fast scripture lookup
- Cross-scripture search
- Mark scriptures (in-app purchase)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Scripture Highlights | $0.99 | one-time |
| Language Blend | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of The Scriptures?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 👍 Great for scripture study
- 💡 Helpful for missionaries
- 👍 Simple and easy to use

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 🐛 Doctrine and Covenants section not working
- 🐛 Loses place when app is closed
- 🐛 Highlighter feature not working properly

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes when opening certain books
- Highlighting and annotation tools not functioning
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- Frequent need to delete and reinstall app

**Most requested features**

- Ability to bookmark and save progress
- Option to change font size and style
- Inclusion of hymns and other church resources
- Cross-referencing and note-taking features

## Recent user reviews (10 of 209)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-scriptures/id287370390/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Bad app for iPhone 17

*2026-05-14, version 1.9.1*

Please Fix it.

### 2/5 — Potential

*2026-05-03, version 1.9.1*

This is my favourite app, but it always freezes, and the only way to fix it, is to delete and reinstall.

### 5/5 — Crashes

*2026-04-13, version 1.9.1*

Can’t open scripture now. Paid for the language dual function garbage app

### 5/5 — My favorite

*2026-04-08*

No scripture app has ever
Topped this one for years. The search results are accurate and concise. Other apps are bulky and a mess. Honestly I truly love this app! I only hope he makes and update for iPhone 16 iOS.

### 5/5 — Yes

*2026-04-03, version 1.9.1*

Yes

### 1/5 — Fix your app

*2026-03-21, version 1.9.1*

It was good , what’s wrong with you fix it!

### 5/5 — The Best Scripture Search

*2026-03-15*

You can search the scriptures so easily by certain words throughout all books! It is my favorite scripture app!

### 3/5 — Good but needs an update

*2026-02-23*

This has been my go-to app for reading, searching and highlighting the scriptures. Since updating my IOS from 16 to 26 last month, however, it freezes when moving between screens. I hope the author updates it.

### 3/5 — Highlight not working

*2026-01-18, version 1.9.1*

Translation works fine but unable to highlight as described.

### 3/5 — Sorta good app

*2026-01-12, version 1.9.1*

This app is good except that I have to pay for simple things like a high lighter. Although if you are just trying to read the scriptures you will definitely be able to do that but for anything extra you will have to pay.If you are looking for a really good scripture app then I would recommend gospel library or scripturesplus, they are both free and Ofer free things like a highlighter.

## Frequently asked questions about The Scriptures

### What scriptures are included in this app?

This application contains the entire standard works of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This includes the King James Version of the Bible, The Book of Mormon, The Doctrine and Covenants, and The Pearl of Great Price.

### How do I mark scriptures?

The ability to mark scriptures is available as an in-app purchase. Once purchased, you will be able to mark specific verses or passages within the texts for easy reference and organization.

### Is this app official from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?

This application is not officially provided or endorsed by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It is a third-party application that provides access to the standard works.

### Can I search for specific phrases across all included books?

Yes, the app features the ability to search for a specific word or phrase across all the included scriptures. This allows for quick and efficient research and study of the texts.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9.1 — 2019-02-01

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

- Tagalog is now available in the Language Blend feature

### 1.9.0 — 2015-07-07

- New Double Column View! On iPads in Portrait or Landscape mode, you can now view the scripture text in two columns, laid out side-by-side. You can toggle this feature on or off in the application settings.

### 1.8.3 — 2015-04-24

- Added a "What's New" screen
- Spruced up the documentation
- Other minor bug fixes

### 1.8.1 — 2015-04-03

In this Version:

- Fixed a bug that prevented changing the blend language on some iPad models.



** New in Version 1.8.0 **

* NEW! Language Blend Feature (available via In-App Purchase): Language Blend allows you to view the Book of Mormon, Doctrine & Covenants, and Pearl of Great Price in two languages simultaneously.

Language Blend is currently available in English and Spanish for the entire standard works, and in German, French, Portuguese, and Swedish for the Book of Mormon, Doctrine and Covenants, and Pearl of Great Price. Additional languages will be added in the future, based on popular demand and availability.

* NEW! Settings are now in the app, allowing you to set the font size, style, alignment, language, and more without leaving the app.

* Improved Search! You can now search for keywords, "exact phrases", or combinations of the two. 

* Other bug fixes and improvements.

### 1.8.0 — 2015-03-25

* NEW! Language Blend Feature (available via In-App Purchase): Language Blend allows you to view the Book of Mormon, Doctrine & Covenants, and Pearl of Great Price in two languages simultaneously.

Language Blend is currently available in English and Spanish for the entire standard works, and in German, French, Portuguese, and Swedish for the Book of Mormon, Doctrine and Covenants, and Pearl of Great Price. Additional languages will be added in the future, based on popular demand and availability.

* NEW! Settings are now in the app, allowing you to set the font size, style, alignment, language, and more without leaving the app.

* Improved Search! You can now search for keywords, "exact phrases", or combinations of the two. 

* Other bug fixes and improvements.

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