This passage from Lao-tzu’s “Tao Te Ching” beautifully encapsulates the Taoist philosophy of selflessness and harmony with the natural order. It suggests that the endurance and longevity of heaven and earth are due to their selfless nature. They do not exist for their own sake but are part of a greater cycle that benefits all […]
Read MoreThe message from Bahá’u’lláh, as highlighted in Shoghi Effendi’s “The World Order of Bahá’u’lláh,” speaks to the profound interconnectedness of humanity. It calls for unity and the recognition that all people are part of a single human family. By metaphorically describing humanity as fruit of one tree and leaves of one bough, it emphasizes that […]
Read MoreThe history of His Holiness the Báb is a profound and moving narrative of faith and sacrifice. The Báb, whose title means “the Gate,” emerged in the mid-19th century Persia, proclaiming a new religious era and laying the groundwork for what would become the Bahá’í Faith. His teachings challenged the prevailing religious and social norms, […]
Read MoreIn the Bahá’í Faith, the concept of martyrdom and detachment from the self is deeply intertwined with spiritual growth and devotion. The quote from Bahá’u’lláh suggests that the “martyr’s field” is not merely a physical place, but a metaphorical space where individuals transcend their personal desires and ego. This detachment allows them to align more […]
Read MoreThe passage from ‘Abdu’l-Bahá beautifully captures a moment of divine illumination and spiritual awakening. It metaphorically describes the emergence of truth as a radiant sun that dispels the clouds of ignorance and overshadows the world with its brilliance. This imagery suggests a profound transformation, encouraging believers to recognize and celebrate the dawning of a new […]
Read MoreThis profound statement from Bahá’u’lláh highlights the transformative power of divine words. It suggests that every word spoken by God carries an inherent strength capable of revitalizing and renewing the human spirit. For those who truly understand and embrace this truth, these divine utterances can offer a source of spiritual rejuvenation and profound inspiration. The […]
Read MoreSession 173: Blasphemy Against the Holy Spirit, Pacifism, and “Many Are Called, Few Are Chosen” (Baha’i Roadmap for a Moral Society) Session 173 of “Roadmap for a Moral Society” continues a discussion of blasphemy against the Holy Spirit, drawing on Some Answered Questions and explaining that souls receive grace from the outpourings of the Holy […]
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