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Bible API

The Bible API offers developers free access to scripture texts and verses from multiple translations, enabling integration into religious and educational applications.

Developed by Bible-API

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160msLatency
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No AuthAuth
NoCredit Card
RESTStyle
v2Version
API Endpoints

Reference for available routes, request structures, and live examples.

Retrieves Bible passages in various translations

Full Endpoint URL
https://bible-api.com/
Implementation Example
curl -X GET 'https://bible-api.com/'
Request Payload
{
  "passage": "John 3:16",
  "translation": "kjv"
}
Expected Response
{
  "verses": [
    {
      "text": "For God so loved the world...",
      "book_id": "JHN",
      "book_name": "John"
    }
  ],
  "reference": "John 3:16",
  "translation_id": "kjv"
}
Version:v1
Real-World Applications
  • Building Bible verse of the day widgetsOptimized Capability
  • Developing personal devotion or study appsOptimized Capability
  • Integrating scripture lookup in church presentation softwareOptimized Capability
  • Backing chatbot/Q&A religious appsOptimized Capability
  • Sermon prep and analysis toolsOptimized Capability
Advantages
  • ✓ Completely free with generous rate limits
  • ✓ No authentication or api key required
  • ✓ Supports multiple translations
  • ✓ Fast JSON responses with clear structure
Limitations
  • ✗ No official SDKs
  • ✗ Limited advanced search or cross-referencing
  • ✗ No support for licensed modern translations (NIV, ESV, etc.)
  • ✗ Only available in JSON format, no XML

FAQs

API Specifications

v2
Pricing Model
Free
Credit Card
Not Required
Response Formats
JSON
Supported Languages
7 Languages
SDK Support
REST Only
Time to Hello World

Less than 5 minutes

Rate Limit

60 requests per minute

Free Tier Usage

Unlimited free requests up to 60 requests per minute.

Use Case: Best For

Developers building religious, educational, or scripture study apps that require fast, no-auth access to Bible verses and texts.

Not Recommended For

Apps needing licensed, modern Bible translations or advanced scripture analytics.

Resources

Documentation Official Website Source Code Pricing Details Postman Collection
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