PHMySword for Android | Version 17.0.2
MySword is an offline Bible study tool for Android that enables users to compare translations, access lexicons, and manage personal study notes without banner ads.Technical Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Version | 17.0.2 |
| Android OS | 5.0 and up |
| File Size | 18.2 MB |
| Architecture | Universal |
| SHA-256 | 0e4a7a94bb72441a22640c15369105ce65474914506693cf55bf3bd8515193b5 |
| License | Free (Premium/Deluxe features available for donors) |
Core Features
- Module Support: Offline Bibles, commentaries, dictionaries, and books.
- Study Tools: Strong's number integration, morphological codes, and Interlinear Bible support.
- Navigation: Page history (back/forward), verse linking between documents, and resizeable text.
- Visualization: Bible maps with geo-locations, people relationship diagrams, and verse-anchored pictures.
- Interface: Full-screen mode, RTL (right-to-left) support, and customizable color schemes/themes.
- Media: Text-to-Speech support for Scripture.
Editor & Note Taking
The app includes two distinct text editors for personal insights and journals:- Plain Text Editor: Uses wiki syntax for formatting (bold, italic, headings, tables, nested lists).
- WYSIWYG/Rich Text Editor: Advanced formatting (supported on Android Jellybean and higher).
Translation Alternatives
The app prioritizes public domain and free copyrighted Bibles. Below are suggested alternatives for restricted translations:| Restricted Translation | 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 17.0.2 Bug Fixes
- Material 3 Theme: Resolved readability issues where dark gray backgrounds made black text unreadable in non-compact mode.
- UI Stability: Fixed half-height toolbar issues when toggling fullscreen in Material 3 on Android V+ devices with cutouts.
- Editor Fixes: Restored Dialer and Grid types in the Verse Selector; resolved crashes in the Mini Bible Viewer when accessing commentary links or module selectors with Autocomplete enabled.
- System: Fixed a crash in Preferences occurring when changing settings immediately after selecting the Material 3 Theme.