Scripture Clock — frequently asked questions

How it works

How does Scripture Clock choose a verse?
Each minute of the day pairs with a passage whose chapter and verse echo the clock. Many famous time-verse pairs (3:16 → John 3:16, 5:16 → Ephesians 5:16) are pre-curated; the rest are auto-paired from a per-hour book table.
Is the display always on?
Yes. The e-paper display uses almost no power and reads softly at any hour.
How often does the verse update?
Every minute.
Why a separate device — why not just an app?
Because we didn't want to add another notification source to your day. The clock sits quietly in the room, offers one verse a minute, and steps back. Phones do many things well; reading Scripture without distraction isn't one of them.

The device

Does it require Wi-Fi?
No. Every verse lives on the device itself, so it works fully without Wi-Fi. We do recommend connecting it — that's how future updates and new translations arrive — but day to day the clock never needs it.
What translations are supported?
Seven English translations at launch: King James (KJV), World English (WEB), Berean Standard (BSB), American Standard (ASV), Young's Literal (YLT), Darby, and Bible in Basic English. Plus a classic edition in each of twelve more languages — Spanish, French, Italian, German, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Ukrainian, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, and Hebrew. Switch any time from the app. We add more as customers ask, and as each publisher grants permission.
Battery life?
Weeks on a single charge with typical use — then recharge over USB-C.

Subscription & ownership

Is there a subscription?
No. Everything that comes with the device is yours once. No subscriptions, no ads, no upsells.
What if I lose Wi-Fi?
Nothing changes — every verse lives on the device, so it keeps working exactly the same. Reconnect whenever you like to pick up updates and new translations.
Can I use the web or app without a device?
Yes — both are free, always.

Gifting

Do you wrap gifts?
Yes — every gift order ships in unbleached linen, tied with cotton twine. Free, every time.
Can I include a personal message?
Yes. Up to 240 characters, copied by hand onto a small linen card and tucked inside the wrap.
Can I schedule when it arrives?
Yes — choose a "deliver by" date on the product page or in the cart, and we will hold the shipment to land on time.
Will the recipient see the price?
No. Gift orders ship with a price-free packing slip by default; you can toggle this off if you would like to show it.
Can one order contain multiple gifts?
Yes. Each gifted item is personalized separately — add the item to your bag, fill in the card, then add another.

Shipping & returns

Where do you ship?
United States and Canada. Shipping is calculated at checkout from live USPS rates. Somewhere else? Write to us through the contact form and we'll see what we can do.
How do I check my order status?
The fastest way is the link in your order-confirmation email — no sign-in needed. Or enter your email on the Find your order page and we'll send a secure link to each of your orders — no password.
Return policy?
14-day returns, no questions. We send a prepaid label.
Warranty?
One year. We repair or replace. Details on the Returns & warranty page.