LEX CLI
The Elegant Bible Terminal
A high-signal, local-first workbench for the modern student of Scripture. Study, search, and visualize interlinear data directly from your shell.
A high-signal, local-first workbench for the modern student of Scripture. Study, search, and visualize interlinear data directly from your shell.
Lex is local-first and ships with several hundred MB of offline runtime data (Bibles, lexicons, cross-references, creeds). The most reliable path is a full Git checkout.
Downloads the matching release on first run, verifies checksum, and sets up Python venv.
Update code + dependencies, or refresh runtime data only.
(data-only; does not overwrite local code changes)
The primary workbench for deep scriptural analysis. Dig into the original source with surgical precision.
Export Engine: Generate professional study packets as PDF or DOCX directly from your terminal session.
| Eng | Src | Lemma | Code | Gloss |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In | Ἐν | ἐν | G1722 | In |
| Word | λόγος | λόγος | G3056 | Word |
| God | θεός | θεός | G2316 | God |
Lex features a unified Nave's engine. Look up verses by topic (Nave's) or use Reverse Nave's to instantly find every theological topic associated with a specific verse reference.
Visualize semantic connections powered by the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
| Reference | Score | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 9:15 | 212 | He is a chosen instrument of mine to carry my name... |
| Galatians 1:10 | 178 | If I were still trying to please man, I would not be a servant of Christ. |
| Titus 1:1 | 161 | Paul, a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ... |
Compare available manuscript readings for a Bible reference, or open a manuscript profile by semantic name or Gregory-Aland number.
| Reading | Witnesses | Flags |
|---|---|---|
| εν αρχη ην ο λογος… | P66, 1, 2, 3, 5, 38, 50 | supplied · abbreviation |
| εν Εν αρχη ην ο λογος… | 50 | addition · omission |
Search all Scripture or narrow down by canon section with surgical precision.
1. Hebrews 8:6
Christ has obtained a ministry that is as much more excellent than the old as the covenant he mediates is better...
2. Luke 22:20
This cup that is poured out for you is the new covenant in my blood.
Mode: phrase | Showing 1-10 | Next page: lex search covenant -nt --page 2
Instant access to foundational documents like the Nicene Creed.
| Πιστεύομεν εἰς ἕνα Θεόν... | We believe in one God, the Father almighty... |
| Καὶ εἰς ἕνα Κύριον Ἰησοῦν Χριστόν... | And in one Lord Jesus Christ... |
Clarify theological terms with integrated dictionaries.
Favor, kindness, or blessing shown freely. In Christian theology, grace is the unmerited favor of God toward sinners.
Sources: Easton's Bible Dictionary, local encyclopedia entries
Quickly access insights for any verse from integrated commentaries.
John 1:1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.
The evangelist here lays down the great truth he is to prove, that Jesus Christ is God, one with the Father.
Switch between modern standards and historical treasures like the 1611 KJV or Geneva Bible.
| 1. | esv | English Standard Version (current) |
| 2. | kjv | King James Version (Oxford 1769) |
| 3. | lxx | Septuagint |
| 4. | vulg | Latin Vulgate |
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