Carpenter is a Bible commentary app built for the everyday reader. It pairs every chapter of Scripture with commentary in plain English 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, organized by section: Pentateuch, History, Wisdom & Poetry, Prophets, Gospels, Acts, Epistles, and Revelation.
SEARCH SCRIPTURE AND COMMENTARY
Look up any verse reference or keyword. Search results span both the biblical text and Henry's commentary.
DAILY READING
Open the app each day to a fresh passage with its commentary, ready to read.
BOOKMARKS AND HIGHLIGHTS (Premium)
Save chapters you want to revisit. Long-press any verse to highlight words or phrases in color.
PERSONAL PRAYERS (Premium)
Write prayers in your own words and weave in Scripture verses and commentary excerpts directly from the text.
DESIGNED FOR READING
Warm serif typography, comfortable spacing, and light or dark themes. Adjust font size to your preference.
Premium features are available with a single one-time purchase. No subscriptions.