This passage from ‘Abdu’l-Bahá is a vivid and poetic metaphor celebrating the potential and beauty inherent in individuals. It uses imagery from nature, such as stars, lamps, branches, fruits, gardens, and bowls, to convey a sense of abundance, light, growth, and nourishment. Such metaphors suggest that people have the capacity to illuminate the world with […]
Read MoreThe passage is a beautiful expression of spiritual encouragement from ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, a central figure in the Bahá’í Faith. It speaks to the exalted destiny and joy promised to those who embrace their spiritual path as children of the Kingdom of God. The imagery of lighted lamps and a bountiful spring symbolizes guidance, enlightenment, and sustenance […]
Read MoreThis quote from Confucius in “The Analects” embodies the essence of the Golden Rule, a principle of moral reciprocity found in many cultures and religions. It encourages individuals to treat others with the same respect and consideration they wish to receive, promoting empathy and understanding. This teaching underscores the importance of considering the impact of […]
Read MoreGen Z, Pantheism & Progressive Revelation: Foretelling the Twin Manifestations in Sacred Texts In this weekly “Roadmap for a Moral Society” session, the speakers explore modern trends linking Gen Z’s “spiritual but not religious” identity with decentralized spirituality and pantheistic ideas, including eco-spirituality, astrology, influencer devotion, and self-worship, alongside a counter-trend of some young men […]
Read MorePlease find the referenced materials – https://clearwaterbahais.org/blog/largest-collection-of-bahai-literature.html https://clearwaterbahais.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/A-Review-of-the-Basic-and-Distinguishing-Principles-of-the-Bahai-Faith.pdf Let your vision be world-embracing…” — Bahá’u’lláh
Read Morehttps://clearwaterbahais.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/A-Review-of-the-Basic-and-Distinguishing-Principles-of-the-Bahai-Faith.pdf Let your vision be world-embracing…” — Bahá’u’lláh
Read Morehttps://clearwaterbahais.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/A-Review-of-the-Basic-and-Distinguishing-Principles-of-the-Bahai-Faith.pdf Featured Presentation Focus: The 14 Essential Principles Peter frequently explores the bedrock principles expounded by `Abdu’l-Bahá during his epoch-making journeys, as systematically cataloged by Shoghi Effendi in God Passes By: 1. Independent search after truth 2. Oneness of the entire human race 3. Basic unity of all religions 4. Condemnation of all forms of […]
Read MoreA presentation, given by Dr. Steven Phelps at the Oxford Baha’i Seminar earlier this month, introduces an end-to-end, parallel-text series of all available Writings of the Central Figures, from 1843 to 1921, in 192 chronologically ordered and PDF-formatted volumes. https://youtu.be/DFx9FT4Vwqg The presentation provides essential context and caveats (the translations are mostly AI-assisted and therefore provisional, and […]
Read MorePart 1 The first seven principles listed by the Guardian in God Passes By (chapter XIX, p. 281): [1]The independent search after truth, unfettered by superstition or tradition; [2]the oneness of the entire human race, the pivotal principle and fundamental doctrine of the Faith; [3]the basic unity of all religions; [4]the condemnation of all forms […]
Read MoreThis verse from the Holy Qur’an highlights the profound concept of unity and diversity within humanity. It underscores the idea that all humans originate from a common source, emphasizing our shared humanity despite the differences in cultures, nations, and tribes. The purpose of this diversity, as suggested by the verse, is to foster understanding and […]
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