PHMySword for Android
MySword is an offline Bible study tool for Android devices that enables users to compare multiple translations, access Strong's Hebrew and Greek Lexicons, and utilize integrated commentaries. The application features built-in note-taking capabilities and extensive module support without banner advertisements.Technical Specifications
| Detail | Specification |
| Current Version | 17.0 |
| Minimum OS | Android 5.0 and up |
| File Size | 18.2 MB |
| Architecture | Universal |
| SHA-256 | d74f827253135bd16a6142e0907d07180bc9105f4249c7a7f49f6a566d2bc621 |
Core Features
- Bible Study Tools: Interlinear Bible support, Strong's number integration linked to dictionaries, and morphological code support.
- Content Management: Multiple offline Bibles, commentaries, dictionaries, and books. Includes a module download manager and verse comparison mode.
- Note Taking & Editing: * Plain Text Editor: Uses wiki syntax for headers, tables, and lists.
- WYSIWYG/Rich Text Editor: Available for Jellybean (Android 4.1) and higher.
- Journaling: Personal notes and insights with picture support.
- Navigation & UI: Full-screen mode, adjustable text sizes, page history (back/forward), and customizable color schemes/themes.
- Advanced Visuals: Bible maps with geo-locations, People Relationship diagrams, and Bible pictures anchored to specific verses.
- Accessibility: Text-to-Speech (TTS) support and Right-to-Left (RTL) language support.
Module Alternatives (Public Domain/Free Copyright)
Due to licensing restrictions on copyrighted translations (NIV, NLT, AMP, NKJV, ESV, NASB), the following alternatives are recommended:| Copyrighted Reference | Suggested Alternatives |
| AMP | Jonathan Mitchell New Testament (JMNT) |
| NIV / ESV | BSB, ISV, NET |
| NKJV | NHEB, WEB, LHB, MKJV, KJV2000, VW |
| NLT | BBE, ISV, NET |
| Recommended | The Scriptures 2009, JMNT, LEB, LHB |
Version 17.0 Updates
New Features
- Material 3 Themes: Implementation of new Dark and Light Material 3 themes. UI elements (Cancel/OK/Save) have been updated to align with Android guidelines (Cancel typically positioned on the left).
- Full Justification Settings: Preference changed from a checkbox to a list selection:
- None
- Automatic
- Inter-word
- Inter-character (Default; supported by Chrome/Web View v.145+)
Bug Fixes
- Editor: Resolved an issue where the "Select Picture's Add" dialog cropped long descriptions and IDs.
Editions
- Free Version: Supported by donors.
- Premium / Deluxe Edition: Includes advanced features as a complimentary gift for project supporters.