# Bemba Bible | Chibemba Bible

> Get Bemba Bible today and read the bible offline

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.elian.bembabible](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.elian.bembabible)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.elian.bembabible`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** EliaN Bible Apps
- **Category:** BOOKS\_AND\_REFERENCE
- **Downloads:** 212,226
- **Rating:** 4.89 / 5 (2,309 ratings)
- **Version:** BembaBible
- **Last updated:** 2025-12-22
- **First published:** 2023-02-16
- **Publisher country:** UG
- **Size:** 22 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.elian.bembabible)
- **Website:** [https://elianbibleverse.com/](https://elianbibleverse.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://elianbibleverse.com/privacy-policy.html](https://elianbibleverse.com/privacy-policy.html)

## Description

**Bemba Bible | Ishiwi Lyakwa Lesa** is a comprehensive offline Bible app translated into Bemba (Chibemba). It offers users an easy way to read the entire Bible without an internet connection, making it accessible anytime and anywhere.

Key features include a powerful keyword search to find verses quickly, daily verses for inspiration, and Bible quizzes to test your knowledge. In addition to the Bemba translation, the app provides the English New International Version (NIV) for easy understanding and comparison. Share your favorite verses seamlessly with others and deepen your Bible study experience with this thoughtfully designed app.

## Rankings

- #154,726 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.elian.bembabible.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.elian.bembabible.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE`
- `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE`
- `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE`

## Review summary

Users appreciate the Bemba Bible app for its dual-language format, simplicity, and clear interpretations which enhance understanding and communication of scriptures. It is praised for aiding both English and Bemba speakers and being great for study and preaching. Issues raised by multiple users include occasional app crashes or dark screen, intrusive ads, and some translation inaccuracies. Many users request improvements like detailed search options and better alignment between languages to improve usability and accuracy.

### Pros

- Dual language display with both Bemba and English side by side, facilitating better understanding.
- Simple and easy to use interface with straightforward navigation for finding books, chapters, and verses.
- Clear interpretation aiding comprehension for users who may not be fluent in either English or Bemba.
- Good for teaching, preaching, and sharing the gospel across language diversity.
- Includes quizzes and interactive elements that enhance user engagement.

### Cons

- The app sometimes fails to open or displays a completely dark screen, affecting usability.
- Presence of ads which disturb user experience, especially in quiet settings like churches.
- Translation quality issues in the Bemba version, with some verses being repeated or poorly translated.
- Lack of detailed search functionality for specific verses or key phrases.
- Occasional misalignment between English and Bemba verses, causing confusion.

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