Bible-api

API

Free multilingual Bible API for verse and chapter queries

Overview

Bible-api offers RESTful endpoints to retrieve Bible verses, chapters, and random passages in multiple languages (including English, Spanish, French, and more). Responses are in JSON format. Key endpoints include /{reference} (e.g., John+3:16) for specific verses, /{book}/{chapter} for full chapters, and /random for a random verse. Ideal for integrating scriptural content into religious apps, study tools, educational platforms, or personal projects needing quick access to Bible texts.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://bible-api.com/')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful
JSON support
No authentication required
Multilingual content
Verse/chapter retrieval
Random verse endpoint

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Bible-api free to use?

Yes, Bible-api is completely free for personal and non-commercial use with no hidden fees.

? Does it require an API Key?

No, Bible-api does not require any API key or authentication to access its endpoints.

? What is the response format?

All responses from Bible-api are in JSON format, which is easy to parse and integrate into applications.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Books

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Completely free to use
⊕ No API key needed
⊕ Supports multiple languages
⊕ Simple intuitive endpoints
⊕ Fast JSON responses

Cons

⊖ Rate-limited for high-volume requests
⊖ No official SLA
⊖ Limited to standard translations
⊖ Lacks commentary or study resources