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This endpoint is part of the broader HolyBible.dev KJV Bible API platform, providing reliable Scripture data for web, mobile, and server applications.
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James 1:2-4 (KJV)
My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.
Automatically refreshed at 00:00 UTC.
curl https://holybible.dev/api/votd \
-H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"
{
"reference": "Colossians 3:23",
"text": "And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord...",
"translation": "KJV",
"permissions": "King James Version - Public Domain."
}const response =
await
fetch(
"https://holybible.dev/api/votd", {
headers: {
Authorization:
`Bearer ${process.env.BIBLEBRIDGE_API_KEY}`
}
});
const data =
await response.json();
console.log(
`${data.reference} (${data.translation})`);
console.log(data.text);
Yes. The Verse of the Day endpoint is available on the free tier with 500 requests per day — no credit card required.
No. The verse resets globally at 00:00 UTC. All authenticated applications receive the same Scripture for that calendar date.
No. The KJV is public domain and may be used without licensing restrictions.