source-references

Validate and standardize document citations using Sefaria MCP.

1|Updated Mar 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/yodem/Dvar-Torah-Plugin --skill source-references
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: source-references
Source: https://github.com/yodem/Dvar-Torah-Plugin/tree/main/plugins/rational-dvar-torah/skills/source-references
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yodem/Dvar-Torah-Plugin --skill source-references

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes rules (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill ensures all citations within a document are accurate, consistently formatted, and verified against authoritative sources, preventing the use of unverified or incorrectly cited information.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Citation Verification: Cross-references every citation with Sefaria MCP to ensure accuracy.
  • Standardized Formatting: Applies a uniform format to all references, improving readability and professionalism.
  • Source Tracking: Maintains a clear record of all sources used, facilitating bibliography creation and academic integrity.
  • Use Case: When writing a Dvar Torah, use this Skill to automatically check that every biblical, talmudic, or philosophical quote is correctly attributed and formatted according to established academic standards.

Quick Start

Use the source-references skill to verify and format all citations in the document.

Frequently Asked Questions about source-references

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I verify biblical and talmudic citations in a document?

Citation verification cross-references every quote with Sefaria to ensure accuracy. It checks biblical, talmudic, philosophical, and modern scholarly sources against authoritative texts to prevent unverified attributions.

What is the best way to standardize formatting for religious text references?

Standardized formatting applies a uniform citation style to all religious and academic text references. This improves document readability, maintains academic integrity, and ensures consistent source tracking for bibliography creation.

Can I use Sefaria to check philosophical and modern scholarly sources?

Yes, Sefaria verification supports checking philosophical and modern scholarly sources alongside biblical and talmudic texts. It validates attributions to ensure every citation adheres to established academic standards.

How do I format citations for a Dvar Torah correctly?

Formatting citations for a Dvar Torah involves automatically checking that every biblical, talmudic, or philosophical quote is correctly attributed and formatted according to established academic standards using Sefaria source verification.

Why does source verification matter for academic and religious texts?

Source verification prevents the use of unverified or incorrectly cited information. Cross-referencing citations with authoritative sources ensures accurate attributions, facilitating bibliography creation and maintaining academic integrity.