This passage, a prayer by Bahá’u’lláh from “Prayers and Meditations,” highlights the unwavering devotion of His followers. It emphasizes their commitment to adhere to the teachings and guidance laid out in the sacred texts, resisting any corrupt inclinations that might divert them from their spiritual path. The followers are portrayed as steadfast and resolute, having […]
Read MoreThis quote from Bahá’u’lláh’s “The Kitáb-i-Aqdas” reflects the profound spiritual joy that believers can experience through their connection to the divine. The “Most Great Name” symbolizes the ultimate expression of God’s presence and power, which is said to bring immense joy and ecstasy to those who draw near to God. This passage emphasizes the transformative […]
Read MoreBahá’u’lláh’s words encourage the Bahá’í community to embrace a spirit of generosity and joy during these times. He emphasizes the importance of cultivating happiness not only within oneself and among family and friends but also extending that goodwill to support the poor and needy. This call to action is meant to be a manifestation of […]
Read MoreSession 163: Relativism, One Moral Standard, and Why Religious Laws Change (Baptism & Abrogation) Session 163 (February 16, 2026) opens with prayers and continues the series on a “roadmap for a moral society,” focusing on baptism and the changing law of God. The discussion contrasts Enlightenment-era ideas—especially Immanuel Kant’s emphasis on autonomous reason and progress—with […]
Read MoreThe Ayyám-i-Há, or Intercalary Days, hold a special place in the Bahá’í calendar as a time for joy, generosity, and preparation for the Fast. These days, typically observed from February 26 to March 1, are dedicated to hospitality, charity, and spiritual reflection. They serve as a period of respite and festivity before the Bahá’í month […]
Read MoreTrue Baptism in the Baha’i Writings: Repentance, Spiritual Renewal, and a Universal Moral Standard This session opens with a prayer and frames the gathering as spiritually focused, with brief introductions connecting current world issues to Baha’i writings. The group discusses philosopher Jürgen Habermas and his ideas about communicative rationality, universal pragmatics, the “lifeworld,” and the […]
Read MoreThe Times We Are In: God’s Plan, Disintegration & Integration, and the Lesser, Great & Most Great Peace (with Eileen Maddox) On February 14, 2026, a Sunday livestream welcomes independent researcher and author Eileen Maddox to present “The Times We Are In: What in the World Is Going On,” focused on the Baha’i teachings about […]
Read MoreThis quote from ‘Abdu’l-Bahá beautifully encapsulates the transformative power of love. It suggests that love is a divine force, akin to a guiding light from heaven, that brings life and vitality to the human spirit. The comparison to the Holy Spirit’s eternal breath implies that love is both nurturing and everlasting, infusing the soul with […]
Read More“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. […]
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