djalal/quran-mcp-server

Overview

An MCP server that integrates with the Quran.com API to provide verse search, translation, and tafsir (exegesis) functionality. It is written in TypeScript and exposes these capabilities through the Model Context Protocol for use by compatible clients.

Best for

Best for
Developers building applications that need Quranic verse search, translation, or tafsir functionality

Use cases

• Search Quran verses by keyword or phrase
• Retrieve translations of verses in multiple languages
• Access tafsir (exegesis) for specific verses

How to use

Tested with

Claude Desktop

Example client config

{\n  "mcpServers": {\n    "quran-api": {\n      "command": "docker",\n      "args": ["run", "-i", "--rm", "--init", "-e", "API_KEY=your_api_key_if_needed", "-e", "VERBOSE_MODE=true", "quran-mcp-server"],\n      "disabled": false,\n      "autoApprove": []\n    }\n  }\n}

Notes

An MCP server that integrates with the Quran.com API to provide verse search, translation, and tafsir (exegesis) functionality. It is written in TypeScript and exposes these capabilities through the Model Context Protocol for use by compatible clients.

66 stars on GitHub. Last updated 2025-06-12. Licensed MIT.

Use cases

• Search Quran verses by keyword or phrase
• Retrieve translations of verses in multiple languages
• Access tafsir (exegesis) for specific verses

Pros

• Direct integration with Quran.com API for reliable and authoritative data
• TypeScript implementation offers type safety and easier maintenance
• Open source with community contributions (66 stars)

Cons

• Depends on Quran.com API availability and may be subject to rate limits
• Limited to the translations and tafsir sources provided by Quran.com
• Requires an MCP-compatible client or framework to be used

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