Bahá’í Explorations

Below is a list of all previously recorded presentations.



How to Address the Challenges in Understanding the Essence of Religion

This presentation will explore how the Central Figures of the Baháʼí Faith address the challenges associated with the development of fundamentalism and work to revive the concept of one common faith and the essential nature of religion. The discussion will delve into the Baháʼí understanding of religion itself, its various types, and its significance. Furthermore, […] Read More

The Greatest Holy Leaf

The Greatest Holy Leaf (1846 – 1932): The illustrated chronology in 13 parts of the life and services of Bahíyyih Khánum, daughter of Bahá’u’lláh, sister of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, great-aunt to Shoghi Effendi, Guardian of the Cause of Bahá’u’lláh. Read More

How to Overcome Survival of the Fittest

This presentation explores how the “survival of the fittest” mentality, while prevalent in the natural world, hinders human progress. It argues for a shift towards recognizing our fundamental oneness, embracing unity in diversity, and striving for global cooperation. Referenced Article Read More

Prayer for the Fast #2

The Baháʼí Fast is a 19-day period each year during which adult Baháʼís in good health abstain from food and drink from sunrise to sunset. It takes place from the 2nd to the 20th of March, immediately preceding the Baháʼí New Year. Purpose and Importance: The Baháʼí Fast is a time for spiritual reflection, prayer, […] Read More

Dreams and Dream Interpretation in the Baha’i Religion

This presentation provides an outline of the importance of dreams and their interpretation in the Bahá’í Faith. After some general remarks on dreams, the importance of dreams and dream interpretation in Islam will be discussed, since they provide an archetype for the Bahá’í context. Statements on dreams by Bahá’u’lláh and Abdu’l-Bahá will also be examined. Read More

Prayer for the Fast

The Baháʼí Fast is a 19-day period each year during which adult Baháʼís in good health abstain from food and drink from sunrise to sunset. It takes place from the 2nd to the 20th of March, immediately preceding the Baháʼí New Year. Purpose and Importance: The Baháʼí Fast is a time for spiritual reflection, prayer, […] Read More

The Bible and the Baha’i Faith: A Religious Duty

“The Bible and the Baha’i Faith: A Religious Duty, to be presented by Wade Fransson is a focused effort to assist Baha’is in fulfilling this religious duty, assigned to us by Abdu’l Baha, to know and understand the Bible, in a format that is welcoming and inspirational for Baha’is and friends of the faith alike. […] Read More

The Movement of the Left

This talk explores the parallel emergence of the Bahá’í Faith and leftist ideologies such as Socialism and Communism. It examines the Bahá’í stance on governance, civic engagement, and lawfulness while focusing on the broader implementation of ideas rather than political affiliations or activism. Read More

“Asleep in this world, awake in the other”: The Legend of the Seven Sleepers in the Christian-Islamic Tradition and the Babi-Baha’i Writings

Young noble Christian men save themselves from persecution by a Roman emperor in a cave where they sleep for centuries, protected by God. So goes the legend of the “Seven Sleepers of Ephesus”. It is the story and fate of those young men who believe in one God, resist idol worship in their city and […] Read More

PREVIEW OF THE UPCOMING COURSE ON THE PENTATEUCH — HOW TO SPEAK ABOUT THE BIBLE WITH JEWS, CHRISTIANS AND MUSLIMS (A FEW CLUES)

In this weekend’s Bahá’í Explorations Presentation and Discussion, Peter Terry will offer a preview of his upcoming course on the Pentateuch and provide insights into how Bahá’ís can effectively discuss the Bible with followers of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The discussion will focus on how to convey the Bahá’í teachings in a way that resonates […] Read More