get_bible_verse

// WHEN AI AGENTS USE THIS TOOL

AI agents call get_bible_verse to retrieve information from FHL Bible MCP without modifying any data. This is common in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows where the agent needs context before taking action. Because read operations don't change state, they are generally safe to allow without restrictions -- but you may still want rate limits to control API costs.

// WHY ENFORCE A POLICY ON GET_BIBLE_VERSE

Even though get_bible_verse only reads data, uncontrolled read access can leak sensitive information or rack up API costs. An agent caught in a retry loop could make thousands of calls per minute. A rate limit gives you a safety net without blocking legitimate use.

// RECOMMENDED POLICY

Read-only tools are safe to allow by default. No rate limit needed unless you want to control costs.

fhl-fhl-mcp-server.yaml

tools:
  get_bible_verse:
    rules:
      - action: allow

See the full FHL Bible MCP policy for all 28 tools.

// DETAILS

Tool Name get_bible_verse

Category Read

MCP Server FHL Bible MCP MCP Server

Risk Level Low

// MORE FHL BIBLE MCP TOOLS

Read get_apocrypha_verse Read get_apostolic_fathers_verse Read get_audio_bible Read get_audio_chapter_with_text Read get_bible_chapter Read get_bible_footnote Read get_book_info Read get_book_list

View all 28 tools →

// RELATED READING

// FAQ

What does the get_bible_verse tool do? +

查詢指定的聖經經文。支援單節、多節、節範圍查詢。 Args: book: 經卷名稱（中文或英文縮寫，如：約、John、創世記、Genesis） chapter: 章數 verse: 節數（支援格式：'1', '1-5', '1,3,5', '1-2,5,8-10'）。若不提供則返回整章 version: 聖經版本代碼（預設：unv） include_strong: 是否包含 Strong's Number（預設：false） use_simplified: 是否使用簡體中文（預設：false） . It is categorised as a Read tool in the FHL Bible MCP MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on get_bible_verse? +

Add a rule in your Intercept YAML policy under the tools section for get_bible_verse. You can allow, deny, rate-limit, or validate arguments. Then run Intercept as a proxy in front of the FHL Bible MCP MCP server.

What risk level is get_bible_verse? +

get_bible_verse is a Read tool with low risk. Read-only tools are generally safe to allow by default.

Can I rate-limit get_bible_verse? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the get_bible_verse rule in your Intercept policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block get_bible_verse completely? +

Set action: deny in the Intercept policy for get_bible_verse. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides get_bible_verse? +

get_bible_verse is provided by the FHL Bible MCP MCP server (fhl/fhl-mcp-server). Intercept sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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