Bible Data
Last updated 2026-03-11
Integrated Bible text
Theostack has complete Bible text built in. When you reference a Scripture passage in conversation, the assistant can look up the exact text and display it alongside the theological library results.
This means you can ask questions like "What does Romans 8:28 mean?" and get both the verse text and commentary from the library in a single response.
Supported versions
Theostack currently includes two Bible translations:
- Berean Standard Bible (BSB) — A modern, accurate translation with clear English. This is the default version.
- King James Version (KJV) — The historic English translation widely used across denominations.
You can set your preferred Bible version in your profile settings.
How Scripture references are resolved
When you mention a Bible passage in your question, Theostack's parser recognizes the reference and retrieves the text automatically. It handles common formats:
- Full references: "John 3:16", "Romans 8:28-30"
- Book abbreviations: "Gen 1:1", "1 Cor 13"
- Ranges: "Psalm 23:1-6", "Matthew 5:1-12"
The retrieved verse text appears in your conversation alongside any commentary or theological analysis from the library.
Cross-references
Theostack's Bible data includes cross-reference mappings between related passages. When exploring a verse, the assistant can surface related passages that illuminate the same theme or doctrine, helping you see how Scripture interprets Scripture.
Parallel display
Scripture references in responses appear as formatted blockquotes with the verse text, making it easy to distinguish Bible text from the assistant's commentary and library citations.