Reading your own Bible
Snap a photo of the passage you are already reading and very quickly unlock deep understanding - without leaving your printed Bible.
Scripture Scanner
See more in every Bible verse.
Scan a passage in your Bible or describe/name your verse. We lead you through new insights. You grow in wisdom and understanding.
Fresh and faster approach to Bible study.
Discover new reliable insights and context.
Deeper study available anytime, anywhere.
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Built for every moment
Most study apps tell you where to go. We meet you where you are.
Preparing to teach or lead
Type or paste the passage for your sermon, study, or youth group and get a guided overview, structure, and key insights in one place.
Following a study plan
Already using a reading plan, devotional, or group notes? Enter the passage you're on and deepen your understanding without changing your plan.
Forgotten a verse?
Can't remember that verse? Describe it - “the one about treasures in jars of clay”. We'll find it, explain it, and open up related passages.
Help with a topic or theme
Search by theme like “anxiety”, “forgiveness” or “God's faithfulness” and we'll surface a key passage, unpack its context, and highlight related verses to explore.
Don't know what to read
Jump into a random Bible passage that we pick for you or explore our verse of the day - there is always a way to start your Bible study.
Modern technology meets Bible study
Powerful tools that fit naturally into the way you already like to study scripture.
Bible Scanning
Snap a photo of the passage in your physical Bible and unlock deeper and richer understanding.
Advanced Scripture Search
Search by verse reference, theme, or even describe the verse — we'll find it and handle the rest.
Trusted AI Insights
All our content is informed only by trusted, selected commentaries and biblical resources.
What People are Saying
“Better than the Bible app, I'm loving it.”
“Will definitely be using this for sermon prep and personal Bible study!”
“Fast and intuitive. I am finally able to properly understand what I'm reading.”
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What is Scripture Scanner?
Our mission is to use technology to remove barriers to Biblical understanding, giving anyone the ability to unpack Scripture with clarity and confidence.
Scripture Scanner is a new approach to a Bible study app that helps you understand any verse or passage in its full context - anytime, anywhere. Scan a passage from your printed Bible or search by description, theme, or verse reference to uncover insights, context and explore related passages - all powered by trusted sources.
Who it’s for
- Those who are busy and want more immediate access to context and deeper insight.
- Those who sometimes struggle to connect with the text and often lack the bigger biblical picture.
- Younger readers or newer Christians who don't yet know how to study the Bible.
- Pastors and seasoned Christians who want a fresh approach to Bible Study and sermon prep.
What makes it different
- Bridge the gap between print and digital study - take a photo of your physical Bible.
- Don't remember the reference? Describe the verse or any theme and we'll find your passage.
- See how any passage chosen by you within your own personal study approach fits within the wider context and biblical story.
- All content powered by many trusted sources, brought together in a centralised and immediate form. See our sources here.
- Be immediately led through an optimised, digestable study process, learn things you would never know otherwise.
Ready to try Scripture Scanner?
Open the app and scan your next passage for free in just seconds.