sword ☆
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Description:
Cross-platform tools to write Bible software
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 1.9.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Oct 15, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: library bible c++ cross-platform sdk
Install: brew install sword
About:
Sword is a robust, cross-platform C++ library designed for developers building Bible software. It provides a comprehensive framework for accessing, searching, and rendering text from a vast array of biblical texts and related resources. Its core value lies in standardizing the complex task of handling diverse scripture formats and modules.
Key Features:
  • Extensive module support for texts, commentaries, and dictionaries
  • Powerful search and text rendering capabilities
  • Cross-platform C++ library with language bindings
  • Extensible architecture for adding new formats and sources
Use Cases:
  • Developing desktop or mobile Bible study applications
  • Integrating scripture search and display into web services
  • Creating academic tools for theological research
Alternatives:
  • JSword – Java-based implementation of the Sword protocol, ideal for JVM-based applications.
Version History
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Oct 15, 2025 5:03pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 4eba4612
Sep 13, 2024 12:15am 0 VERSION_BUMP 65f13923
Sep 27, 2023 10:04am 0 VERSION_BUMP d071a8da
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