I was recently updated to Logos v. 5. I have the opportunity to upgrade to the starter package for Logos 5. Other than additional resources, what advantages will I gain by the upgrade?
My guess is that it would be pointless. You should consider the minimal cross grade instead. You should use the comparison chart to see what would be "new to you."
https://www.logos.com/basepackages#compare
Welcome to the forums. If you don't already have a package, a starter package is a useful place to begin although it is still far from a full-featured Logos.
I was recently updated to Logos v. 5. I have the opportunity to upgrade to the starter package for Logos 5.
It would help to know what base package you have from your previous Logos software. Can you afford the Logos 5 Bronze package as this offers useful new features but you have to decide about the resources. If resources in Starter and Bronze don't appeal then consider the Minimal Crossgrade to get all the features (depending what you already own it will cost less than the advertised $159.95).
I have Bible Study Library (KF) from Libronix and 589 additional resources. I am currently running version 5.2a SR-1. Upgrading to Bronze will add resources but will it add any features to the Logos version I am running? As I become a better student I can select the resources that will most benefit me. Dave, I have relied on your insights for many years now. Thank you.
For clarification: the software engine version you are running (5.2 sr-1) is irrelevant to the conversation... The software is free. The fact that you are running a Libronix base package is very helpful on the other hand. While the software is free, the data sets to operate certain features are not. Since you skipped over an L4 base package, you might need to also purchase an L4 "minimal cross grade" to get some functions working properly. A call to Logos might be good to help you figure out all your options.
All Bronze base-packages (including the denominational ones) would add the same datasets and features as in Core Datasets - which I think is the best level of functionality - albeit being a bit of a compromise but at the same time a little cheaper than Minimal Crossgrade.
Regarding resources, Bronze would give You more of the same as You have in BSL (KF) meaning a variety of resources - although not as varied and up-to-date as on first glance. A Bible Dictionary (Baker's Encyclopedia of the Bible) is included in Bronze, however the absolutely best one is: New Interpreter’s Dictionary of the Bible (5 vols.). With Bronze You would also get beginners Original Languages tools including Reverse Interlinear Bibles (especially New Testaments), some of them not good at all such as Vincent's and Strong's.
You can also buy a Reverse Interlinear New Testament separately: Reverse Interlinear of RSV New Testament - I have that one since it was offered on pre-pub:
I have Bible Study Library (KF) from Libronix and 589 additional resources. I am currently running version 5.2a SR-1. Upgrading to Bronze will add resources
Ah, this is beginning to make more sense. The "engine" is there but what it drives may not be optimized to get the best from the engine. I've been a collector of commentaries and historical material and have some some study resources but may not have a good base for word and topical study. The comparison between my current library and Bronze adds many counseling and pastoral resources but they aren't attractive to me. I'd like to improve my library for study. Is there a recommended list of resources on the forum for delving into topical and word studies?
may not have a good base for word and topical stud
the article at http://wiki.logos.com/Upgrade_or_Crossgrade shows what you get - in terms of features - from the different package or crossgrade options which might go some way towards helping you work out what would be useful to you.
In my experience, it's helpful to simply ignore what you would get that you're not interested in and focus on what you want. If the package is still a good deal, go for it. Then just ignore what you're not interested in. Example: If I want a suit, but the best deal includes a pair of pink polka-dot dress socks and bunny ears, I'll go for the best deal anyway and put the rest in a drawer (or maybe I'd pull them out for Easter -- [;)]).
Good illustration Richard. By the way, I'll buy the bunny ears and socks for a few bucks.
Is there a recommended list of resources on the forum for delving into topical and word studies?
With Bible Study Library (KF) & 589 additional resources, you already have a Logos 4 package. To check this, you should be able to run Tools >> Bible Facts (People, Places and Things) and a Topic Guide (topical study) as these require datasets from Logos 4. You should also be able to run a Bible Word Study from a Greek bible or from the Guides menu.
The screen shot below will show you the type of resources you need to get the best from for a Topic Guide:
The study is on Potter alongside a filtered Library of the type of resources you need.
Here's a Bible Word Study
You should have some lexicons for the lemma section, but can you get the Translation ring which requires a reverse interlinear dataset for ESV and other bibles like NASB95 or NKJV?
In my experience, it's helpful to simply ignore what you would get that you're not interested in and focus on what you want. If the package is still a good deal, go for it. Then just ignore what you're not interested in. Example: If I want a suit, but the best deal includes a pair of pink polka-dot dress socks and bunny ears, I'll go for the best deal anyway and put the rest in a drawer (or maybe I'd pull them out for Easter -- ).
I think I'd find a new place to shop for suits.
To close the loop on this issue, I did work with a Logos agent to upgrade my resources without purchasing added books and now have the full resources of Logos 5.2a. The next challenge is to understand which additional resources will help me in my word and topical studies. Thanks for your help.
The next challenge is to understand which additional resources will help me in my word and topical studies.
Thanks for the feedback. To help with this re-visit my post above. Topic Guide works with type:encylopedia (preferred) and type:concordance resources.
