Abraham – The Foundation
Drawing from the Bible, the Qurán, and Bahá’í Writings, Eileen will give a presentation on Abraham, the father of five religions. Did you know that Abraham’s father in Ur, Mesopotamia, made idols for a living? That Abraham outwitted the king when brought up on charges? That Abraham and Ishmael together built the first edifice devoted […] Read More
Preview of Gleanings from the Writings of Baha’u’llah
Systematic Study of Guardian-Selected Texts: Insights from 1935Continuation of the Preview of the Gleanings from the Writings of Baha’u’llahSynopsisJoin us for an enriching one-hour Zoom presentation as we embark on a systematic study of a unique compilation of texts selected and translated by Shoghi Effendi, first published in 1935. This session will introduce participants to […] Read MoreNasrin Erfanian, Ph.D., BCBA-D
Dr. Erfanian is a licensed psychologist in Florida and a board-certified behavior analyst with over 25 years of experience. She earned her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of North Dakota in 1995 and completed her residency at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, specializing in Pediatric Psychology, Women’s Health, and the interplay between […] Read More
Science and Spirituality in Relationships: Insights from Bahá’í Teachings and John Gottman
This presentation explores the intersection of spirituality and science in understanding and nurturing relationships. Drawing on the Bahá’í book “Marriage: A Fortress of Well-Being” and the research of renowned psychologist John Gottman, the talk delves into how spiritual principles and scientific findings can collaboratively enhance marital well-being. The Bahá’í teachings emphasize the sacredness of marriage […] Read MoreDr. Boris Handal
Dr Boris Handal is a Professor of Education at the University of Notre Dame Australia. He is the author of Mírzá Mihdí, The Purest Branch; Varqá and Rúḥu’lláh; Eve Nicklin, She of the Brave Heart; The Khamsis, a Cradle of True Gold; A Trilogy of Consecration; El Concurso en Lo Alto and Muḥammad Profeta de […] Read More
“Adam and Adam”
Eileen will present a Bahá’í perspective on Adam, Eve, and the Garden of Eden. Did you know that there are two Adams? The Prophet Adam and the human Adam, or mankind. ‘Abdu’l-Bahá gave a lengthy description of the symbolic meanings in this saga, and then invited readers to reflect on what He said and figure […] Read More
