# Scripture Citation Index

> Scripture Citation Index is the mobile version of scriptures.byu.edu.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/edu.byu.scriptures](https://chrome-stats.com/d/edu.byu.scriptures)

## Overview

- **ID:** `edu.byu.scriptures`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Steve Liddle
- **Category:** BOOKS\_AND\_REFERENCE
- **Downloads:** 266,198
- **Rating:** 4.78 / 5 (1,837 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.0.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-15
- **First published:** 2010-04-14
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 6.06 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=edu.byu.scriptures)
- **Website:** [http://scriptures.byu.edu](http://scriptures.byu.edu/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://scriptures.byu.edu/androidprivacy.html](https://scriptures.byu.edu/androidprivacy.html)

## Description

The Scripture Citation Index is the mobile adaptation of scriptures.byu.edu, providing a seamless way to explore the standard works of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints alongside related General Conference talks and historic writings. Users can effortlessly navigate citations, for example, viewing who referenced scriptures like 1 Timothy 4:12 or Daniel 2:44 in sources such as the General Conference (from 1942 onwards), the Journal of Discourses, or Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith.

Widely praised by users, this extension aids in scripture study and enhances lesson or talk preparation, making it an essential tool for members and scholars alike keen on connecting scriptural passages with their historical and contemporary teachings.

## Rankings

- #138,359 — Overall
- #5 — citation generator

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `edu.byu.scriptures.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Scripture Citation Index is a highly praised offline, searchable archive of church materials, offering strong search across scriptures, talks, and related texts. Reviewers commend its breadth and usefulness for study and teaching. However, several users report recurring problems with downloading or updating the database, including stalled or paused downloads and failures after updates. Some updates resolve the issue, but overall download reliability appears mixed. When it works, it is an excellent, gem-like resource beyond Gospel Library; reliability depends on download performance.

### Pros

- Offline, readable archive: an extensive offline index containing conference talks since 1942, the JoD, JST, and CJCLDS materials.
- Powerful search: word/phrase search with cross-references across scriptures, talks, TPJS, JD, and General Conferences.
- Valuable for study and teaching: helps with Gospel Doctrine lessons and personal study; enhances research.
- Broad content and accessibility: a hidden gem with a wide range of Church materials at your fingertips.

### Cons

- Repeated database download/update issues (downloads getting stuck, paused, or not downloading after updates) that prevent offline access.

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