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This is the fastest way to understand what you are seeing in CanonIndex and where to go next if you want a deeper walkthrough.

Start here: CanonIndex compares structure, not wording. It shows where books, chapters, and verse numbers align, and where they shift across editions or traditions.

How To Read A Comparison

  • Choose two editions on the compare page.
  • Review the summary to see how much structure is shared.
  • Open the detailed sections to inspect book, chapter, and verse-level differences.
  • Treat missing verses carefully, because many are actually numbering shifts rather than content loss.

When This Is Most Useful

  • When a sermon, article, or footnote cites a verse number that does not match your edition.
  • When you are comparing Protestant, Catholic, or Orthodox canon structures.
  • When you need to verify whether a difference comes from numbering, chapter boundaries, or book inclusion.

See It In Action

These screenshots show the main comparison view and the detail view so you can recognize the layout before you dive in.

CanonIndex comparison view screenshot.
CanonIndex detail view screenshot.

Walkthrough Resources

Use whichever format is easiest for you.

Structural Mapping PDF

Download the mapping notes for a deeper walkthrough of how the structure is organized.

Download the PDF guide

Video Walkthrough

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Audio Summary

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Good First Places To Explore

If you want examples instead of documentation, start with a few comparison pages that show common structural questions clearly.

Browse popular comparisons Open the compare tool

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