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Free download Christian Bible e-Sword v9.5.1 size 30,418kb updated 08-10-09
You need e-Sword to get started. This basic installation includes the
King James Version, King James Version w/ Strong's numbers, and
Strong's dictionary. You will want to download additional resources
(see links above) for maximum potential and enjoyment.
All files are compressed and will self-extract. After you download
them they must be "run" to complete their installation. Install all
resources into the e-Sword program directory. Minimal system
requirements include:
Windows 95, 98, ME, NT4, 2000, XP, Vista or Windows 7
Pentium based PC (or equivalent)
Best viewed in 800 x 600 resolution or greater
ATTENTION
Version 9 uses a completely different database format for all
resources. All add-on modules have been updated and will need to be
reinstalled to use with this update.
Do not proceed with this update unless you are prepared to also update
the various add-on modules, such as Bibles, commentaries,
dictionaries, etc. (If you have already previously updated to version
9.0, then it is not necessary to redownload these modules again.)
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e-Sword version 9.5 changes from 9.0
A fully dockable user interface enables you to completely customize
the layout in hundreds of different ways! Display what you want, where
you want it by dragging the views into position with their titlebar.
Back by popular demand, the Bible Browser! The new dockable interface
allows you to place it wherever you want, or not display it at all.
e-Sword version 9.0 changes from 8.0
This update uses a completely different database format for all
resources. Everything is faster and more reliable as a result of this
change. All add-on modules have been updated and will need to be
reinstalled to use with this update. You can redownload purchased
modules using the original information you were given when previously
purchased. User files will be automatically updated to the new format
provided you are installing this over an older version of e-Sword.
Each file will be renamed with an ".old" file extension when the
conversion is successful.
The Bible Search feature now allows the ability to perform
case-sensitive searches.
The multi-row tabs are now locked in place, so no more moving targets!
A new Bible book browser has been implemented and is no longer docked
to the side of the program. Press the F2 key to display the Lookup
Scripture Reference dialog next to the mouse pointer wherever it is
located, or access it from the main toolbar with the button next to
the "Lookup" combobox.
Study Notes can be made on any verse in the Bible, now including the
Orthodox Apocrypha and the Catholic Deuterocanon.
You can now Export the Study Notes and Topic Notes in HTML, Word DOC
and Adobe PDF file formats, in addition to the previous plain text and
Rich Text formats.
You can now Import both HTML and Word DOC files directly into the
Study Notes and Topic Notes.
The Print Preview feature has been updated, and now all printing is
performed through it.
Highlighting custom colors are now saved for use between sessions.
Localization of the e-Sword user interface continues with the
implementation of fully Unicode compliant controls.
e-Sword version 8.0 changes from 7.9
The e-Sword user interface has been completely localized. The various
menus and dialogs can be displayed in numerous languages, with the
initial offering of Afrikaans, Czech, German, French, Slovak and
Spanish. As the e-Sword GUI Localization will be an add-on module,
this will be updated individually as new languages are added to it.
Scripture references are displayed using localized abbreviations, and
popup ToolTips are converted according to the language in use.
A new Bible book browser has been implemented.
The Orthodox Apocrypha is now supported, in addition to the Catholic
Deuterocanon. Both the Revised Standard Version and New Revised
Standard Version add-ons now include an additional module with all of
these Books.
Some of the text colors and window backgrounds can be customized.
Select "Options, Text Colors" from the e-Sword menu to use this
feature. This will also allow you to turn off red-letter formatting in
Bibles if you so desire.
e-Sword version 7.9 changes from 7.8
User files are now stored under the Windows user's "Personal Folder"
directory on 2000, XP, and Vista. Due to Windows permissions issues
this change was necessary. This also makes backing-up user files
easier as these files are isolated to this directory.
This version has a new Sermon Illustrations feature.
Stronger Strong's implementation throughout the program. Popup
ToolTips now in commentaries, dictionaries, notes, etc.
Alternate dictionaries keyed to Strong's numbers can be selected for
display in popup ToolTips. Select "Options, Strong's # ToolTip..."
from the e-Sword menu. All dictionary modules tied to Strong's numbers
have been updated to accommodate this new feature.
Multiple monitors fully supported.
Antialiasing algorithm available in Graphics Viewer. This provides a
clearer display image when shrinking under 100%. Select "Options,
Antialiasing" from the Graphics Viewer menu to toggle use.
Fixed some Vista display issues.
e-Sword version 7.8 changes from 7.7
This version has a new Gospel Harmony feature.
Additional Bible book abbreviations are recognized throughout the
program such as Mt, Lk, Php, Jas, etc.
Added support for Japanese and Vietnamese modules.
e-Sword version 7.7 changes from 7.6
This version has a new Scripture Memory tool.
The Commentary verse notes can be browsed using the new toolbar buttons.
Maximized views are maintained at next start-up.
Ctrl+Shift+C will copy the currently selected Bible verses using the
formatting defined in the Copy Verses dialog.
Many more enhancements you can discover on your own :-)
e-Sword version 7.6 changes from 7.5
OK, I repent, the little Bookmark tabs are back. It seems that some of
the 2+ million users found a good use for them after all. They are now
a display option and will need to be turned on if you want to use
them. To display them check the "Display Bookmark Navigator" menu item
under the "Options" menu.
Locked Topic Notes will display the Background Texture if that option
is turned on.
e-Sword version 7.5 changes from 7.1
Topic Notes can be locked to prevent editing. All of the "Extras" have
been updated to implement this feature.
The Bible Fonts can be customized for every language supported.
This is the first release where a feature has been removed. The little
Bookmark tabs are no longer present. Their usefulness has long been
superseded since version 1.0 when they were introduced. The VerseList
capability has been updated to replace this functionality as it is
better suited to accommodate both quantity and organization.
Right-click on a verse to add it to the active VerseList.
Added support for Turkish modules.
e-Sword version 7.1 changes from 7.0
The Bible Reading and Daily Devotions windows can be resized.
A Background Texture can be turned on to ease eye strain.
Highlighting of Search Results can be turned off.
Added support for Arabic modules.
e-Sword version 7.0 changes from 6.5
This version has a new Bible Reading Plan feature.
The STEP Reader now has search capability. STEP libraries can also be
read directly without the VOLUME.INI file.
The Parallel Bible has been greatly improved.
The Bible View can now be Split to allow viewing of distinct passages
simultaneously.
The Commentary View and Dictionary View can now be unsynchronized for
more studying flexibility.
The Search capability has been further refined.
Added support for Thai and Korean modules.
e-Sword version 6.5 changes from 6.0
This version has a new Prayer Requests feature.
The Study Notes editor is now separate of the Topic Notes editor.
A range of Study Notes can now be printed together.
Verse Lists can now be reordered in canonical order. Also, you can add
a range of verses to a Verse List.
The STEP Reader now displays footnotes.
e-Sword version 6.0 changes from 5.5
This version has a new STEP Reader for viewing the various resources
you may have invested in from QuickVerse, Bible Companion, and
WORDsearch.
This version has a new Daily Devotions feature.
The Study Notes editor now implements Verse Notes, rather than Chapter
Notes. Conversion of previous notes is automatic upon startup.
This version has new Extended Search features for the Commentaries and
Dictionaries.
Graphics resources can now be printed full size, across multiple
pages, if desired..
Improved language support by implementing Unicode fonts.
The Analyze Verses function can now include Strong's numbers.
e-Sword version 5.5 changes from 5.0
This version has a new Extended Search feature. Search through
multiple translations at once. Also, you can extend searching
capability by including synonyms.
This version has a new Analyze Verses feature. Determine word use
counts for any selection of Scripture.
All Search dialogs are now modeless allowing them to remain open while
working with the rest of the program.
The Copy Verses dialog has a new format, plus you can paste directly
into your Study Notes from there.
The Spell Check can now be limited to any selected text, including a
single word.
Each view now has a toolbar for accessing commonly used functionality.
The font can be customized for the popup ToolTips.
e-Sword can be setup to read its resources from another location,
including a network path.
e-Sword version 5.0 changes from 4.0
This version has a new Parallel Bible feature. Create your own
Parallel Bible with up to any four translations.
This version has a new menu section named Window, and four new toolbar
buttons at the far right, that will allow you to maximize the
different views for maximum viewing pleasure :-)
Added Option to set the Scripture ToolTips to any specific translation.
Updated Copy/Print Verses dialog to allow the inclusion of Commentary notes.
Enhanced Search function with 'hits' count.
Added 'Fit Page' scale to the Print Preview feature of the Graphics Viewer.
Added 'Book' to the Quick Search choices on the Bible popup menu.
Added support for Chinese and Russian modules.
Included Dictionary word lookup while in the Bible Compare mode.
Added the Information dialog to the Commentary and Dictionary menus.
Added support for future modules containing Strong's numbers and/or
the Apocrypha.
Fixed Alt-Tab usage when dialogs were active.
Plus many more enhancements you can discover on your own :-)