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Daily Inspiration Integration

Display daily inspirational content from multiple faith traditions and philosophical sources to inspire, uplift, and connect with your audience.

Overview​

The Daily Inspiration integration provides thoughtful, uplifting content from various religious, spiritual, and philosophical traditions. Choose from 10+ sources to match your organization's values and audience, with automatic daily content updates and respectful, authentic presentations.

Key Features:

  • 10+ content sources (religious, spiritual, philosophical)
  • Automatic daily updates
  • Multiple refresh rates (5 min to weekly)
  • Customizable display styles
  • Original language + translations (for religious texts)
  • Author and reference attribution
  • Respectful, authentic content
  • Cached for performance

Content Sources Available:

  • Spiritual (Non-Religious)
  • World Religions
  • Philosophical Traditions
  • Custom RSS Feeds

Use Cases​

Healthcare Facilities:

  • Waiting room comfort
  • Patient room inspiration
  • Staff break rooms
  • Multi-faith chapel displays
  • Inclusive healing environment

Education:

  • University chaplaincy
  • Multi-faith centers
  • Student lounges
  • Cultural awareness
  • Interfaith dialogue

Corporate Offices:

  • Wellness programs
  • Diversity initiatives
  • Employee inspiration
  • Quiet/reflection rooms
  • Cultural celebration

Community Centers:

  • Interfaith spaces
  • Cultural centers
  • Senior centers
  • Youth programs
  • Community events

Hospitality:

  • Hotel lobbies
  • Conference centers
  • Resorts
  • Retreat centers
  • Event venues

Available Content Sources​

Spiritual (Non-Religious)​

Inspirational Quotes

  • Content: Motivational quotes from great thinkers, leaders, and authors
  • Examples: Maya Angelou, Martin Luther King Jr., Eleanor Roosevelt
  • Languages: English
  • Themes: Motivation, perseverance, kindness, leadership, growth
  • Best For: Universal inspiration, diverse audiences, secular spaces

Philosophical Wisdom

  • Content: Teachings from philosophical traditions
  • Examples: Stoicism, Confucianism, Humanism, Ancient Greek philosophy
  • Languages: English with source language notes
  • Themes: Virtue, reason, ethics, meaning, wisdom
  • Best For: Thoughtful reflection, academic settings, contemplative spaces

World Religions​

Bible Verses (Christianity)

  • Content: Scripture from Old and New Testament
  • Translations: KJV, NIV, ESV, NRSV
  • Languages: English (multiple translations available)
  • Books: Psalms, Proverbs, Gospels, Epistles, and more
  • Configuration: Choose translation, book preferences
  • Best For: Christian settings, churches, faith-based organizations

Quran Verses (Islam)

  • Content: Verses from the Holy Quran
  • Translations: Sahih International, Yusuf Ali, Pickthall
  • Languages: Arabic with English translation
  • Display: Arabic text with transliteration and translation
  • Best For: Islamic centers, mosques, Muslim communities

Hadith (Islam)

  • Content: Sayings and traditions of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)
  • Collections: Sahih Bukhari, Sahih Muslim
  • Languages: Arabic with English translation
  • Authentication: Verified authentic hadiths only
  • Best For: Islamic education, mosques, Muslim communities

Torah Readings (Judaism)

  • Content: Teachings from the Hebrew Bible
  • Languages: Hebrew with English translation
  • Books: Torah (Five Books of Moses), Prophets, Writings
  • Configuration: Weekly parasha option
  • Best For: Jewish community centers, synagogues, Jewish organizations

Bhagavad Gita (Hinduism)

  • Content: Verses from the Bhagavad Gita
  • Languages: Sanskrit with English translation and transliteration
  • Chapters: All 18 chapters available
  • Themes: Dharma, karma, yoga, devotion, wisdom
  • Best For: Hindu temples, yoga studios, meditation centers

Buddha Teachings (Buddhism)

  • Content: Quotes and teachings attributed to Buddha
  • Sources: Dhammapada, sutras, traditional texts
  • Languages: English (Pali source noted)
  • Themes: Mindfulness, compassion, impermanence, enlightenment
  • Best For: Buddhist temples, meditation centers, mindfulness spaces

Gurbani (Sikhism)

  • Content: Verses from Guru Granth Sahib
  • Languages: Gurmukhi with English translation and transliteration
  • Authors: Various Sikh Gurus
  • Themes: Oneness, service, equality, devotion
  • Best For: Gurdwaras, Sikh community centers

Bahá'í Writings

  • Content: Sacred texts from the Bahá'í Faith
  • Authors: Bahá'u'lláh, 'Abdu'l-Bahá, The Báb
  • Languages: English (translated from Persian and Arabic)
  • Themes: Unity, peace, justice, spiritual growth
  • Best For: Bahá'í centers, interfaith spaces

Custom Content​

Custom RSS Feed

  • Content: Your own curated daily inspiration
  • Source: Any valid RSS feed
  • Use Cases: Organization-specific quotes, leadership messages, custom content
  • Configuration: RSS feed URL, item selection rules
  • Best For: Branded content, custom messaging

Setup​

Step 1: Choose Content Source​

From Dashboard:

  1. Navigate to Features → Daily Inspiration
  2. Click Configure Inspiration
  3. Select Content Source

Consider:

  • Your audience demographics
  • Organizational values
  • Space context (chapel vs. lobby)
  • Inclusive vs. specific needs
  • Multi-faith vs. single tradition

Recommendations:

  • Universal/Secular: Inspirational Quotes, Philosophical Wisdom
  • Multi-Faith: Rotate weekly or use general spiritual content
  • Specific Community: Choose tradition that matches
  • Healthcare: Inspirational Quotes (broadly inclusive)
  • Education: Philosophical Wisdom or rotating traditions

Step 2: Configure Display Settings​

Display Style:

Featured Card (Recommended):

  • Large, prominent display
  • Full quote/verse
  • Attribution and reference
  • Suitable for main content area
  • Size: 400×300 to 800×600

Subtle Footer:

  • Bottom ticker or banner
  • Abbreviated content
  • Less prominent
  • Suitable for supplementary content
  • Size: 1920×150 or similar

Sidebar Widget:

  • Side panel display
  • Medium prominence
  • Good for multi-content layouts
  • Size: 300×400 to 400×600

Position:

  • Top Center
  • Bottom Center
  • Bottom Left
  • Bottom Right
  • Sidebar Left
  • Sidebar Right
  • Custom

Size:

  • Small (300×200)
  • Medium (500×350) - Recommended
  • Large (800×600)
  • Custom dimensions

Display Options:

{
  "displayStyle": "featured_card",
  "position": "bottom_center",
  "size": "medium",
  "showAuthor": true,
  "showReference": true,
  "backgroundColor": "#ffffff",
  "textColor": "#333333",
  "fontSize": "medium"
}

Step 3: Set Refresh Rate​

Refresh Options:

Daily (Recommended):

  • New content each day at midnight
  • Consistent daily inspiration
  • Best for most use cases
  • Cache duration: 24 hours

Hourly:

  • New content every hour
  • High variety
  • Good for high-traffic areas
  • Cache duration: 1 hour

Every 30 Minutes:

  • Very frequent updates
  • Maximum variety
  • Best for waiting rooms
  • Cache duration: 30 minutes

Every 5 Minutes:

  • Near real-time updates
  • Constant new content
  • Special use cases only
  • Cache duration: 5 minutes

Weekly:

  • Same content all week
  • Longer reflection time
  • Meditation/contemplation spaces
  • Cache duration: 1 week

Performance Impact:

Daily:       1 fetch/day    (minimal)
Hourly:      24 fetches/day (moderate)
30 Minutes:  48 fetches/day (high)
5 Minutes:   288 fetches/day (very high)
Weekly:      1 fetch/week   (minimal)

Step 4: Customize Presentation​

Text Settings:

  • Font family (sans-serif recommended)
  • Font size (18pt - 24pt for displays)
  • Text color and background
  • Line spacing
  • Text alignment

Attribution Settings:

  • Show author name: Yes/No
  • Show reference (verse/source): Yes/No
  • Attribution format:
    • "Quote text" - Author
    • "Quote text" (Reference) - Author
    • "Quote text" (no attribution)

Language Settings: (For multi-language sources)

  • Show original language: Yes/No
  • Show transliteration: Yes/No
  • Show translation: Yes/No
  • Translation version preference

Example (Bible Verse):

Display:
┌────────────────────────────────────┐
│ "For I know the plans I have for   │
│  you, declares the LORD, plans to  │
│  prosper you and not to harm you,  │
│  plans to give you hope and a      │
│  future."                           │
│                                     │
│ - Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)             │
└────────────────────────────────────┘

Example (Quran Verse with Arabic):

Display:
┌────────────────────────────────────┐
│ إِنَّ مَعَ الْعُسْرِ يُسْرًا       │
│ (Inna ma'al usri yusra)            │
│                                     │
│ "Indeed, with hardship comes ease."│
│                                     │
│ - Quran 94:6 (Sahih International) │
└────────────────────────────────────┘

Step 5: Add to Layouts​

Dedicated Inspiration Display:

Layout: "Daily Inspiration"
  Main Area (Fullscreen):
    - Daily Inspiration widget
    - Large, centered
    - Featured card style
    - High prominence

Mixed Content Layout:

Layout: "Lobby Information"
  Main Area (70%):
    - Announcements
    - Events calendar

  Sidebar (30%):
    - Daily Inspiration (top)
    - Weather (middle)
    - Clock (bottom)

Footer Integration:

Layout: "Store Display"
  Main Area (85%):
    - Product promotions
    - Marketing content

  Footer (15%):
    - Daily Inspiration ticker
    - Subtle, always visible
    - Non-intrusive

Content Examples​

Inspirational Quote Example​

{
  "text": "The only way to do great work is to love what you do.",
  "author": "Steve Jobs",
  "source": "Inspirational Quote",
  "category": "Motivation",
  "theme": "Passion & Purpose",
  "date": "2025-10-14"
}

Display:

"The only way to do great work is to love what you do."
- Steve Jobs

Bible Verse Example​

{
  "text": "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.",
  "reference": "Joshua 1:9",
  "translation": "NIV",
  "testament": "Old Testament",
  "book": "Joshua",
  "chapter": 1,
  "verse": 9,
  "theme": "Courage & Faith",
  "date": "2025-10-14"
}

Quran Verse Example​

{
  "arabic": "وَمَن يَتَّقِ اللَّهَ يَجْعَل لَّهُ مَخْرَجًا",
  "transliteration": "Wa man yattaqillaha yaj'al lahu makhraja",
  "translation": "And whoever is mindful of Allah, He will make a way out for them.",
  "reference": "Quran 65:2",
  "translation_source": "Sahih International",
  "surah": "At-Talaq",
  "ayah": 2,
  "theme": "Trust in Allah",
  "date": "2025-10-14"
}

Buddha Teaching Example​

{
  "text": "Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without.",
  "author": "Buddha",
  "source": "Buddhist Teaching",
  "tradition": "Buddhism",
  "theme": "Inner Peace",
  "pali_source": "Dhammapada",
  "date": "2025-10-14"
}

Best Practices​

Source Selection​

Know Your Audience:

  • Healthcare: Broadly inclusive (Inspirational Quotes)
  • Faith-based org: Match organizational faith
  • Multi-cultural: Philosophical Wisdom or rotating sources
  • Education: Philosophical Wisdom for academic context
  • Corporate: Inspirational Quotes for universal appeal

Inclusivity Guidelines:

  • Use secular options in government buildings
  • Multi-faith spaces benefit from rotating sources
  • Honor specific traditions in dedicated spaces
  • Consider all visitors, not just primary audience
  • Consult with chaplains or religious leaders

Cultural Sensitivity:

  • Respect religious practices and beliefs
  • Use authentic translations and sources
  • Provide context where needed
  • Avoid appropriation or misuse
  • Seek feedback from faith communities

Display Recommendations​

Typography:

  • Serif fonts for sacred texts (traditional feel)
  • Sans-serif for modern spaces
  • Minimum 18pt for readability
  • Maximum 32pt to avoid overwhelming
  • Line spacing 1.5x for clarity

Colors:

  • Neutral backgrounds (white, cream, light gray)
  • Dark text for readability
  • Avoid bright, distracting colors
  • Consider sacred color associations
  • Maintain high contrast

Positioning:

  • Eye level when possible
  • Not competing with primary content
  • Respectful prominence (not too small)
  • Clear visibility from viewing distance
  • Consider space sacredness

Duration:

  • Daily refresh recommended for most
  • Hourly for high-traffic waiting areas
  • Weekly for meditation/reflection spaces
  • Match refresh rate to space usage

Content Integrity​

Authentication:

  • All religious texts from verified sources
  • Authentic translations only
  • Proper attribution always shown
  • Original language preserved (where applicable)
  • Cultural context maintained

Quality Standards:

  • No paraphrasing of sacred texts
  • No mixing of sources inappropriately
  • No altered quotations
  • Proper citation format
  • Respect for tradition

Troubleshooting​

Content Not Updating​

Symptoms:

  • Same content shown multiple days
  • Refresh doesn't work
  • Stuck on old content

Solutions:

  1. Check Refresh Rate:

    • Verify set to "Daily" or desired rate
    • Check last fetched timestamp
    • Confirm cache not stuck

  2. Clear Cache:

    • Admin panel → Clear inspiration cache
    • Force refresh content
    • Restart display if needed

  3. Check Configuration:

    • Source type selected
    • Configuration active
    • No errors in logs

Display Not Showing​

Symptoms:

  • Blank area where inspiration should be
  • Error message shown
  • Content area empty

Check:

  1. Configuration Active:

    • Navigate to Daily Inspiration settings
    • Verify "Active" toggle enabled
    • Check source selected

  2. Layout Assignment:

    • Content area configured correctly
    • Inspiration widget added to layout
    • Layout assigned to display

  3. Source Availability:

    • All sources should work
    • Check network connectivity
    • Verify no service outages

Wrong Language/Translation​

Symptoms:

  • Wrong translation showing
  • Language not as configured
  • Missing original language

Solutions:

  1. Check Source Configuration:

    • Verify translation preference set
    • Check language options selected
    • Confirm source supports language

  2. Re-configure:

    • Edit inspiration settings
    • Select correct translation/language
    • Save and refresh

Advanced Features​

Multi-Faith Rotation (Coming Soon)​

Planned Feature:

  • Rotate between multiple sources
  • Weekly or monthly rotation
  • Interfaith calendar integration
  • Holiday-appropriate content

Current Workaround:

  • Manually change source periodically
  • Schedule-based content switching
  • Multiple layouts for different traditions

Custom Content Integration​

RSS Feed Option:

  • Use custom RSS feed as source
  • Curate your own daily content
  • Leadership messages
  • Organization-specific inspiration
  • Branded content delivery

RSS Format:

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8" ?>
<rss version="2.0">
  <channel>
    <title>Daily Inspiration</title>
    <item>
      <title>Today's Inspiration</title>
      <description>Your daily content here</description>
      <author>Author Name</author>
      <pubDate>Mon, 14 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
    </item>
  </channel>
</rss>

Analytics (Coming Soon)​

Planned Metrics:

  • Content impressions
  • Source popularity
  • Engagement metrics
  • Audience feedback

API Reference​

Get Available Sources​

GET /api/inspiration/sources

Response:

{
  "sources": [
    {
      "type": "INSPIRATIONAL_QUOTE",
      "name": "Inspirational Quotes",
      "description": "Secular motivational quotes from great thinkers",
      "category": "spiritual"
    },
    {
      "type": "BIBLE_VERSE",
      "name": "Bible Verses",
      "description": "Christian scripture with multiple translations",
      "category": "religious"
    }
  ]
}

Get Current Content​

GET /api/inspiration/content/:storeId

Response:

{
  "content": {
    "text": "Be the change you wish to see in the world.",
    "author": "Mahatma Gandhi",
    "source": "Inspirational Quote",
    "date": "2025-10-14",
    "fetchedAt": "2025-10-14T00:00:00Z"
  },
  "displayStyle": "featured_card",
  "position": "bottom_center",
  "size": "medium",
  "showAuthor": true,
  "showReference": false
}

Configure Inspiration​

POST /api/inspiration/config/:storeId
Content-Type: application/json

{
  "sourceType": "BIBLE_VERSE",
  "config": {
    "translation": "NIV",
    "books": ["Psalms", "Proverbs"]
  },
  "refreshRate": "DAILY",
  "displayStyle": "featured_card",
  "position": "bottom_center",
  "size": "medium",
  "showAuthor": true,
  "showReference": true,
  "isActive": true
}

Content Sources Details​

Translation Options​

Bible Translations:

  • KJV (King James Version)
  • NIV (New International Version)
  • ESV (English Standard Version)
  • NRSV (New Revised Standard Version)

Quran Translations:

  • Sahih International
  • Yusuf Ali
  • Pickthall
  • Muhsin Khan

Other Texts:

  • Original language + English translation
  • Transliteration for pronunciation
  • Multiple translation options where available

Next Steps​