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Bible Search - Frequently Asked Questions

How do I use Bible Search to search for passages, chapters and verses?

You can easily search for verses by entering the book, chapter and verse. For example: to find the fifth verse in the first chapter of Genesis, you can enter either Genesis 1:5 or Gen 1:5. If you want to search for multiple consecutive verses within a chapter of a particular book you may do so by listing the book, chapter and verses in the following manner: Genesis 1:2-9 or Gen 1:2-9.

Additionally, you can search for multiple consecutive chapters with a book by entering the book's name and the chapter numbers. Example: Genesis 2-4 or Gen 2-4. Just remember the correct order for any search is: book, chapter, verse.

Can I use abbreviations?

Yes, an extensive use of abbreviations can be used with Bible Search. If an abbreviation you use is not one of the ones used in Bible Search, then you will be prompted on the 'no results' page to consider different spellings.

How do I use Bible Search to search for keywords and keyword phrases, and can I refine my results?

To find a particular word or phrase you simply have to type the word or phrase into the search box and click on "Search." You can search by versions of the Bible or specific Books of the Bible. You can refine your search by using the "Refine your search" at the bottom of the search results window on the top left-hand side of the page.

You can also search in specific books by using "in:" searching. For example: typing Jesus in:Mark will bring up only passages where Jesus is referenced in the book of Mark.

What is Tagging and how do I use it?

Once you are a registered user and have logged in (see How do I create a login? for further information), you can add a word or words to publicly 'tag' the passage for future reference. To do this, simply type a word or words in the "Your tags" field and click on "Add." You can then click on a tagged word to view all user's tags for that word and compare passages that share the same tag.

How do I add Private Notes to a select verse?

Once you are a registered user and have logged in (see How do I create a login? for further information) and have arrived at the passage you’re looking for, you have the opportunity to add notes regarding that verse by clicking on "Add Note." You will then be able enter a title for and the text of your note. When you have finished composing your note, click "Save Note" and the note will be saved for your private future use.

What is the ABS Bible Search Login and why should I register?

It’s all about relevance and customization. We want you to have a Bible search tool that produces easy-to-find results in the translations and book choices that are appropriate for your denomination and your comfort level with online tools.

If you register, you will be able to:

  • Include personal Tag passages
  • Write personal notes on passages
  • Determine how many search results per page you want to see
  • Decide whether to include Deuterocanonical books in your search
  • Vote on search results to let us know if they were relevant for you or not
  • Determine whether you want your search results to display according to relevancy or in book order.

These preferences will remain each time you come back, and you can change them at any time.

How do I create a login?

Click on "Register" at the top of the Bible Search site or the Register link from the Login page and you will be taken to the Registration page where you will be able to enter your name, e-mail address and password.

What if I forgot my password?

From the login page, click on "Forgot your Password". You will then be asked to enter your e-mail address and we will send you a link to reset your password.

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