Carpenter Bible Commentary

Carpenter is a Bible commentary app built for the everyday reader. It pairs every chapter of Scripture with Matthew Henry's trusted commentary so you can study any passage and actually understand what you're reading.

The full commentary is included free, with no ads, no account required, and no internet connection needed after download.

TWO READING MODES
Switch between Matthew Henry's original 18th-century text and a modern English paraphrase. Read in whichever voice speaks to you.

BROWSE THE FULL BIBLE
All 66 books, every chapter, both Old and New Testament. Tap into any chapter and start reading.

SEARCH SCRIPTURE AND COMMENTARY
Look up any verse reference or keyword. Search results span both the biblical text and English commentary, so you can find what you need whether you remember the exact wording or the general idea.

DAILY READING
Open the app each day to a fresh passage with its commentary, ready to read. A simple way to build a consistent habit without a rigid plan.

BOOKMARKS AND HIGHLIGHTS (Premium)
Save chapters you want to revisit. Long-press any verse to highlight individual words or phrases in color. Your bookmarks and highlights stay with you across sessions.

PERSONAL PRAYERS (Premium)
Write prayers in your own words and weave in Scripture verses and commentary excerpts directly from the text. Share them with others or keep them private.

DESIGNED FOR READING
Carpenter uses warm serif typography, comfortable spacing, and light or dark themes to keep the focus on the text. Adjust font size to your preference.

Premium features (prayers, bookmarks, and highlights) are available with a single one-time purchase. No subscriptions.