February 28, 2010 - What Does the Bible Say About..., The ultimate A to Z guide to contemporary topics one would not expect to find in the Bible, is now available for Mantis Bible Study.

What Does the Bible Say About...

What Does the Bible Say About... The ultimate A to Z guide to contemporary topics one would not expect to find in the Bible! Answers to Contemporary Topics One Would Not Expect to Find in the Bible This unique resource contains interesting articles on nearly 500 topics that touch on modern life, identifying Bible verses or passages that have relevance to people today. The book catches the reader's attention with words and phrases--such as "ecology" or "the bottom line"--that are more associated with modern life than a 2,000-year-old book. All Scripture references are linked for one-tap preview, so you can tap to read verse(s) in the last Bible you had open without leaving the context of the article.

February 18, 2010 - Nelson's New Christian Dictionary, The Authoritative Resource On the Christian World, is now available for Mantis Bible Study.

Nelson's New Christian Dictionary

Nelson's New Christian Dictionary The Authoritative Resource On the Christian World Published by Thomas Nelson, Inc. George Thomas Kurian, Editor This fantastic resource defines more than 10,000 words, people, places, and events and what they mean to the church. It explores Christian terms related to doctrine, worship, literature, history, music, and more with clear, accessible entries covering all Christian traditions. In addition to the 10,000+ regular entries, you'll find artcles on: The 3 Constant Themes of the Bible The 6 Levels of Christianity The Conflicts Christian Centuries Chronology of Christian Evangelization English Versions of the Bibles Chronology of the "Electronic" Church U.S. Denominations World Council of Churches Membership Popes of the Roman Catholic Church Patron Saints of the Roman Catholic Church Feast Days and Other Notables of the Church Liturgical Books Most Important Books and Authors in Christian Literature Major Theologians Notable Christian Missionaries 100 Most Important Events in Christian History 100 Great Christians 300 Great Hymns of the Christian Church Major Creeds of the Christian Church List of Abbreviations in Evangelism Bibliography

February 9, 2010 - The Reformation Study Bible by R.C. Sproul and J.I. Packer, is now available for Mantis Bible Study.

The Reformation Study Bible

The Reformation Study Bible General Editor: R.C. Sproul Associate Editors: J. I. Packer, James Boice, Edmund Clowney, Roger Nicole The first Geneva Bible opened the pages of Scripture for all readers and provided helpful notes to assist in the understanding of its central message. The Reformation Study Bible, under the editorial leadership of reformed scholars such as R.C. Sproul and J.I. Packer, offers a modern restatement of Reformation truth for the broad evangelical community. A wonderful resource for anyone who desires to understand the impact the powerful truths of the Reformation have had on today's church. Contents: Introduction by R.C. Sproul Introductions to each book of the Bible Over 15,000 study notes keyed to verses of scripture Additional Old Testament Introductions: Pentateuch Historical Books Hebrew Poetry Wisdom Literature Prophets Intertestamental Period Additional New Testament Introductions: Gospels and Acts Epistles Plus: Special Articles by the Editors Index to Annotations (Topical Index) Theologial Notes (Organized by Book of the Bible)

February 2, 2010 - The MacArthur Topical Bible by John MacArthur, published by Thomas Nelson, is now available for Mantis Bible Study.

The MacArthur Topical Bible

The MacArthur Topical Bible Published by Thomas Nelson Finally, a contemporary topical Bible that's as easy to use as a dictionary! Wouldn't you like to have all the Scriptures on an important Bible topic, such as marriage, end times, the Holy Spirit, or money management in one place and instantly available - not just the references but the entire passage? The MacArthur Topical Bible is the most user-friendly Bible study tool released in decades. An amazing time-saver for teachers and pastors planning their lessons. A comprehensive volume of 20,000 Bible topics and more than 100,000 Bible passages, carefully cross-referenced and organized for quick and complete visual location. Designed for beginning students as well as seasoned scholars, The MacArthur Topical Bible is useful with all Bible translations. Next to the Bible this is the best companion a Christian can have for in-depth study for thousands of spiritual subjects. A resource that belongs in every Christian's basic Bible reference library. Note for the Mantis edition of this resource: Each Scripture passage contains the NKJV (New King James Version) Bible text, but tapping on a linked reference also allows you to preview the selected passage in any other Bible translation you have installed.

January 29, 2010 - With the Word - The Chapter By Chapter Bible Handbook by Warren Wiersbe is now available for Mantis Bible Study.

With the Word The Chapter-by-Chapter Bible Handbook By Warren W. Wiersbe Published by Thomas Nelson A fresh approach which not only offers trustworthy exposition, but also provides a book-by-book, chapter-by-chapter tour through the glory of the Bible. This highly readable personal "conversation" with Scripture guides you through each book, helping you reap the rich, life-changing applications on every page. You will be encouraged to develop your own personal Bible reading program and learn the power of meditation on its truth.

With the Word Bible Commentary

January 22, 2010 - The Nelson Study Bible is now available for Mantis Bible Study.

The Nelson Study Bible From Thomas Nelson Publishers This comprehensive set of study notes has over 17,000 entries -- that's equivalent to over 2,800 printed pages! Contents: Introduction Old Testament commentary keyed to verses New Testament commentary keyed to verses Introductions for each book of the Bible including Author, Date, Historical Setting, Purpose, Outline, etc. Subject Index The Old Testament at a Glance Doctrine in Scripture Themes of the Bible The Trinity in the Bible The Doctrine of Salvation The New Testament at a Glance Backgrounds to Modern Church History How We Got Our Bible Cross references are linked throughout for one-tap access to related topics.

Nelson Study Bible Notes

 January 8, 2010 - Find It Fast in the Bible is now available for Mantis Bible Study.

SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY OFFER:  Get 25% OFF through January 31, 2010. 

Find It Fast In The Bible: The Ultimate A To Z Resource Series From Thomas Nelson Publishers The timesaving way to quickly find familiar phrases from the Bible. Features: Keyed to the NKJV (New King James Version) Over 6,500 best-loved and most-used phrases Arranged alphabetically according to the first word in the phrase More than 30,000 references Complete with Key Word Index (in the Appendix) to help you find words even faster An excellent source for topical Bible study and sermon/lesson preparation Scripture excerpts for each entry are provided in the NKJV Bible, but tapping on the scripture reference will preview the selected verse in whatever Bible translation you last selected in the Mantis Bible Study app. Cross references are linked throughout for one-tap access to related topics.

Find it Fast in the Bible $19.99 NOW ONLY $14.99 You save 25% through January 31, 2010

 

December 20, 2009 - I Never Knew That Was in the Bible is now available for Mantis Bible Study.

A to Z Series: I Never Knew That Was in the Bible The Ultimate A-to-Z Resource to Common Expressions and Curious Words from the Bible Shows how hundreds of today's colorful, everyday expressions come from the Bible, such as "the blind leading the blind," "by the skin of my teeth," "a fly in the ointment," and many more. Explains the original meaning and occasions of these expressions in the Old and New Testaments. Gives the fascinating and often humorous stories behind hundreds of other words and phrases from the great English Bible, the King James Version, especially those with different or rarely-used meanings in today's English. A great resource for Bible word studies; KJV expressions are illuminated by comparison with the way they are translated in eight major 20th-century Bible versions; cev, nasb, ncv, nic, nkjv, nlt, nrsv, rsv. Illustrates the meaning of many terms with generous quotations from Shakespeare and other Elizabethan literature Entertaining as well as informative: a one-of-a-kind illustrated reference work that all Bible readers, students of English literature, writers, and word lovers of all kinds will treasure

I Never Knew That was in the Bible

December 14, 2009 - The Amplified Bible and The New International Reader's Version are now available for Mantis Bible Study.  

The Amplified Bible	New International Reader's Version

December 7, 2009 - Apple releases Mantis Bible Study 4.6.0 (the free edition.)  You should see this appear as an update in the "App Store" icon on your device within the next 24 to 48 hours.  As always, we recommend you back up bookmarks and notes prior to upgrading.

In addition, Apple has also approved the lastest round of in-app purchase items, so the NLT (New Living Translation), Hymns, Moody Handbook of Theology, Thomas Constable, and the new Reina Valera releases should now all be available for in-app purchase.

November 30, 2009 - Apple releases 14 versions of Mantis Bible Study 4.6.0.  While the free version has still not been updated from 4.4.0, Apple today released 4.6.0 for 14 other editions of Mantis.  We have removed the free 4.5.0 free version of Mantis still pending approval and replaced it with the 4.6.0 version.  Hopefully soon, Apple will resolve this issue and all versions of Mantis will be at 4.6.0.

Click here to see "What's New in 4.6.0".

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November 16, 2009 - New for Mantis Bible Study:  A.W. Pink Collection: Volume 1, Volume 2, Volume 3, and Volume 4.  Or buy the complete set of 44 works and save 25%:  A.W. Pink Bundle.

     

November 10, 2009 - Bible Pictures Collection 1 - This classic collection of black-and-white Bible illustrations contains over 520 images keyed to scripture passages, so it works great with the Mantis BYOSB (Build Your Own Study Bible) feature.

Introductory Offer:  Save 33% and get it for only $9.99 through November 20, 2009. 

     

November 6, 2009 - In App Purchases are now available for the free version of Mantis (currently at version 4.4.0).  You should now be able to purchase most items from inside the free app using your iTunes account.  Simply:

1. Go to the bookshelf screen.
2. Tap the item you want to purchase.
3. Tap "Buy Now."

November 6, 2009 - Now available: Dr. Thomas Constable's Expository Notes.  These Bible Study Notes were written by Dr. Thomas L. Constable, Senior Professor of Bible Exposition at Dallas Theological Seminary.  Composed over a 25-year period, these detailed notes provide commentary on all 66 books of the Bible, and hold about 7,000 pages of material.

Special Introductory Offer:  Get the Constable Notes for 20% OFF only through November 20, 2009.

November 5, 2009 - New Releases -- The New Living Translation and Spanish Reina-Valera 1995

Reina-Valera Revisión de 1995 Antiguo y Nuevo Testamentos con notas	The New Living Translation by Tyndale Publishing

November 4, 2009 - The Mantis Bible Study 4.5.0 Update has been released by Apple for most of our versions.  The free version has not yet been updated.

In-App-Purchase is now live for all versions of Mantis except for the free version and the ERV version.  We hope that Apple will approve In-App-Purchases for these remaining versions shortly.  If you are running any version of Mantis Bible Study except the free or ERV version, you should now be able to purchase most items from inside the app using your iTunes account.  Simply:

1. Go to the bookshelf screen.
2. Tap the item you want to purchase.
3. Tap "Buy Now."

October 30, 2009 - The Moody Handbook of Theology, Published by Moody Press, Chicago Illinois
The Moody Handbook of Theology leads the reader into the appreciation and understanding of the essentials of Christian theology. It introduces the reader to the five dimensions that provide a comprehensive view of theology: Biblical Theology, Systematic Theology, Historical Theology, Dogmatic Theology, and Contemporary Theology. Paul Enns provides a concise doctrinal reference tool for newcomer and scholar.

October 27, 2009 - Hymn Bundle: Order the complete Hymn Bundle, and get 101 Hymn Stories, 101 More Hymn Stories, Amazing Grace: 366 Inspiring Hymn Stories for Daily Devotions, plus the Hymn Collection of Over 4,200 Classic Hymns at a 20% savings!

October 27, 2009 - Amazing Grace: 366 Inspiring Hymn Stories for Daily Devotions by Kenneth W. Osbeck, is a daily devotional centered on a classic hymn for each day of the year.  Today, we've also released:  Hymn Collection: Over 4,200 Classic Hymns contains the full text of over 4,200 classic hymns, fully indexed and searchable using the Mantis Bible Study application.

       

October 26, 2009 - 101 Hymn Stories plus 101 More Hymn Stories by Kenneth W. Osbeck, now available for Mantis Bible Study as a single volume -- together for only US$9.99!

October 20, 2009 - Mantis releases Spanish Bible: Reina Valera 1960.  This extremely popular Spanish translation contains the full Old and New Testament texts, book names and abbreviations in Spanish, section headers and paragraphs, plus over 3,700 text notes and cross references that utilize the unique Mantis "one-tap preview" feature.

October 16, 2009 - Mantis Bible Study 4.5.0 has been sent to Apple and is now awaiting approval.  This update contains many bug fixes and performance enhancements.  All In-App-Purchases are still awaiting Apple's approval as well, but as of yesterday, Apple is allowing In-App-Purchases from free apps.  This means that when our items pass Apple's review, you will be able to purchase them from inside the Mantis app, regardless of whether you're running the free version of Mantis or a paid version.

October 13, 2009 - Introducing:  The Pillar New Testament Commentary Series from Eerdmans Publishing.

• Pillar New Testament Commentary: Romans
• Pillar New Testament Commentary: John
• Pillar New Testament Commentary: Mark
• Pillar New Testament Commentary: Matthew
• Pillar New Testament Commentary: James
• Pillar New Testament Commentary: Ephesians
• Pillar New Testament Commentary: 2 Peter & Jude
• Pillar New Testament Commentary: 1,2,3 John
• Pillar New Testament Commentary: Colossians & Philemon
• Pillar New Testament Commentary: Thessalonians
• Order the complete set and save 33%

October 2, 2009 - A new beta release of the Online Notes Editor (found under My Account / My Notes Editor) is now available.  This version support nested folders and global notes. 

September 29, 2009 - In App Purchases still awaiting approval by Apple.  All our paid 4.4.0 versions offer the ability to purchase resources from inside the Mantis application.  Apple must approve these resources, though, and until they do, the "Buy Now" button in the application will not appear.  Once Apple completes the review process, we'll post a message here.

September 29, 2009 - Apple approves all 16 versions of Mantis Bible Study 4.4.0. (See What's NEW in 4.4.0)

We have just received word from Apple that version 4.4.0 of Mantis Bible Study has been approved and will be released in the next 48 hours.

September 29, 2009 - The following resources are now FREE at MantisBible.com:

Bibles:
$0.00 Webster's Bible
$0.00 Darby's English Translation
$0.00 World English Bible
$0.00 King James with Apocrypha

Commentaries:
$0.00 The People's New Testament
$0.00 John Darby's Synposis

Media:
$0.00 American Bible Society Maps

Dictionaries:
$0.00 Torrey's New Topical Textbook
$0.00 Fausset's Bible Dictionary

Devotionals and Books:
$0.00 Morrison's Devotional Sermons (Daily Devotional)
$0.00 In His Steps
$0.00 All Of Grace

Also:  The Classic Bible Pack is now only $19.99 (save 40% on a set of 11 Bible translations)

September 25, 2009 - We are beginning to convert the entire web site to a new format that'll be iPhone-friendly throughout.  Please excuse any odd-looking pages over the next few days as we go through and modify all the pages here. 

September 24, 2009 - An update was submitted to Apple last night that resolves the issues with iPhone OS 3.0.

September 21, 2009 - Mantis Bible Study 4.3.0 has just been approved in the Apple App Store. 

New videos of the 4.3.0 features are now available:  CLICK HERE

Here you can read:  What's NEW in 4.3.0

September 10, 2009 - The remaining volumes of the MacArthur New Testament Commentary Series have been released.
MacArthur New Testament Commentary: John
MacArthur New Testament Commentary: 2 Corinthians
MacArthur New Testament Commentary: 1 Peter
MacArthur New Testament Commentary: 2 Peter
MacArthur New Testament Commentary: 1, 2, 3 John and Jude

MacArthur New Testament Commentary Upgrade Bundle (contains the above 5 volumes for people who have previously purchased the original 17-volume set)

The new complete bundle: MacArthur New Testament Commentary Series (22 Volume Set)

Note: This completes the MNTC Series.  The Mark and Luke volumes have not yet been released by Moody Publishers, but we plan to carry them once they are released.

September 4, 2009 - The ISBE - International Standard Bible Encyclopedia has been updated to properly display Greek and Hebrew words throughout.  Have you seen our Update Notices page where we list the updates we make to existing resources?

September 2, 2009 - The Women's Study Bible Second Edition, from Thomas Nelson

Not just for women -- this huge resource contains commentary, articles, character studies, book outlines, and much, much more! Contains: Over 4,300 Bible notes Study Articles by authors such as Anne Graham Lotz, Kathy Troccoli, Nancy Leigh DeMoss and many others Annotations explaining difficult words and passages with emphasis on applications for the lives of women 325 Topical Notes on issues of concern to women 100 Portraits - profiles of biblical women Inspirational quotations from well-known women Introductions and outlines to the books of the Bible

August 28, 2009 - The Best of A.W. Tozer Love Tozer?  Then you'll love this collection of exceprts from all his best work.  This two-volume set was compiled by Warren W. Wiersbe.

August 24, 2009 - Theological Dictionary of the New Testament

Theological Dictionary of the New Testament Single Volume Abridged Edition By Gerhard Kittel, Gerhard Friedrich, Geoffrey W. Bromiley Geoffrey W. Bromiley (Professor Emeritus of Church History and Historical Theology at Fuller Theological Seminary), widely known for his numerous translations of scholarly works, has abridged this monumental work into a convenient, one volume edition — "Little Kittel". This text, although greatly reduced in scholarly detail, enjoys wide appeal, especially to students without any knowledge of Greek, to pastors on limited budgets, and to scholars who want a quick and convenient "look up" of a powerfully-distilled Kittel entry.

August 23, 2009 - Theological Wordbook of the Old Testament

This bundle contains 2 different versions of the "Theological Wordbook of the Old Testament". 2 Volume Set By R. Laird Harris, Gleason L. Archer, and Bruce Waltke Published by Moody Publishers TWOT Version:  This version version is indexed by TWOT Number. TWOS (Strongs Edition) Version:  This special version of the TWOT is indexed by Strongs Number so it can be integrated with other Mantis resources that use Strongs Numbers. As a result, [TWOS] links will display inside any Old Testament Strongs Number defintions for any installed products. Content from the TWOT volumes may appear in multiple places, wherever a TWOT entry is related to more than one Strongs Number. The TWOT/TWOS contains extensive, scholarly discussion of every Hebrew word of theological significance in the Old Testament.

August 20, 2009 - Mantis Bible Study 4.3.0 enters final testing.  If all goes well, we'll be submitting the current build to Apple for approval on Friday, August 21st.  This update contains many great new features, speed enhancements, and bug fixes. Update: submitted to Apple on schedule, Friday, August 21st.

August 11, 2009 - Search the Store Need to find something quickly?  The new "Search the Store" box is simple and quick.  Type what you're looking for and click the button and we'll search through all the store sections and show you what we've got that matches. 

August 4, 2009 - Jon Courson's Application Commentary complete 3-Volume Set including both Old and New Testament Commentaries

The evangelical pastor, Jon Courson, founded the Applegate Christian Fellowship in Southern Oregon. What started as a home fellowship of few is now the home church for over 10,000 people. In 2002, he left Oregon to assist pastor Chuck Smith at the 25,000-member Calvary Chapel in Costa Mesa, California. Courson has amassed more than 1,500 teachings in an expositional style. Jon Courson's Application Commentary will combine a verse-by-verse teaching of every paragraph of Scripture with practical topical studies throughout. This complete Bible commentary is a unique blend of information and inspiration presented in a way unique to Jon Courson. Also available individually: Jon Courson's Application Commentary: Old Testament Jon Courson's Application Commentary: New Testament

 July 23, 2009 - The Attributes of God by A.W. Tozer - 4 Volume Set

Contains:

• The Attributes of God Volume 1: A Journey Into the Father's Heart
• The Attributes of God Volume 1 Study Guide
• The Attributes of God Volume 2: Deeper into the Father's Heart
• The Attributes of God Volume 2 Study Guide
  

 

What is God like? For A.W. Tozer, there is no question more important. In fact, Tozer's desire to know God and His fullness consumed his entire life and ministry. Originally preached as sermons at Southside Alliance Church in Chicago, this multi-volume work on the Attributes of God examines attributes such as: God's infinitude, immensity, goodness, justice, mercy, grace, omnipresence, immanence, holiness and perfection. A study guide is included for each volume that gives in depth look at each attribute.

July 16, 2009 - IVP Bible Background Commentary 2 Volume Commentary Set by InterVarsity Press

To understand and apply the Bible well, you need two crucial sources of information. One is the Bible itself. The other is an understanding of the cultural background of the passage you're reading. Only with the background can you grasp the author's original concerns and purposes. This unique commentary provides, in verse-by-verse format, the crucial cultural background you need for responsible--and richer--Bible study. It includes a glossary of cultural terms and important historical figures, up-to-date bibliographies, and introductory essays about cultural background information for each book of the New Testament.

July 16, 2009 - Systematic Theology by Lewis Sperry Chafer classic 8-volume work covering all the bases of theology:

• Bibliology
• Angelology
• Soteriology
• Eschatology
• Christology
• Pneumatology
• Doctrinal Summarization
• Biographical Sketch & Index

A.W. Tozer Set #1, including:

• Christ the Eternal Son
• Jesus, Author of Our Faith
• Jesus Is Victor
• Jesus, Our Man in Glory
• Man: The Dwelling Place of God
• The Pursuit of God
• The Root of the Righteous
• That Incredible Christian
• This World: Playground or Battleground?
• Wingspread, a biography of A.B. Simpson

 

 

July 12, 2009 - Mantis Bible Study 4.2.0 Released in App Store
The 4.2.0 release of Mantis is now available in the App Store.  In addition, the following new editions are now available for purchase in the App Store:

NIV Edition (New International Version)
HCSB Edition (Holman Christian Standard Bible)
CWS Edition (Zodhiates' Complete Word Study Bible)
ERV Edition (Easy-to-Read Version)
NRSV Edition (New Revised Standard Version)
RSV Edition (Revised Standard Version)

New in 4.2.0:

• Optional Inline Notes - Notes can be created and edited in the main reader screen
• User Definable Color Sets
• Email Verse
• Selectively enable and disable corner scrollers
• Shake device to reset and close all open toggles (notes, strongs definitions, etc.)
• Added Backup and Restore of Settings (backs up and restores user definable color sets)
• Toggle translation note asterisks on and off from the toolbar
• Added bookmark and note folder sort options
• Translation notes are now active in Analyze Verse mode
• Support for maps and other graphics
• Many small bug fixes

NIV - New International Version Available Now 

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE THE NIV NOW

The New International Version (NIV) is now available for Mantis Bible Study.  This deluxe version has section headers, paragraph divisions, red lettering, plus over 55,000 notes and cross-reference entries.  Tapping any cross-reference entry previews the selected verse -- right inline.  Available immediately for $19.99 in the Mantis Bible Store.