Angels, Stars, and Heralds: A Bahá’í Perspective on Christmas
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Read MoreDoes Bahá’u’lláh want us to get involved in changing society?
This discussion explores Bahá’u’lláh’s guidance on societal change, emphasizing the Bahá’í approach to serving humanity and avoiding political partisanship. Key points include: 1. Focus on Spiritual Transformation: Bahá’u’lláh discouraged political activism, urging followers to establish the Kingdom of God through spiritual practices, teaching, and building Bahá’í institutions. 2. Non-Partisanship: Bahá’ís are advised not to align […]
Read MoreBible Study with Peter Terry
The Bahá’í community provides spiritual growth, awareness, and acceptance to all individuals. The Bahá’í community has undertaken great tasks to help spread the teachings of the faith. The Clearwater, community sponsors both community-driven events as well as social activities developed and executed directly from within the Bahá’í community itself. The members of the Clearwater Bahá’í […]
Read MorePreface to the Bible – On the Revelations of God
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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 MoreThe Exodus – Symbolism
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Read MorePreview of the upcoming course on the Pentateuch: How to speak about the Bible
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Read MorePREVIEW 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 MoreThe Corinne True Center and the Importance of Studying Baha’i History
In January 2024, the National Spiritual Assembly of the Baha’is of the United States approved the creation of the “Corinne True Center for Baha’i History.” The Center defines “history” broadly to include the study of Baha’i history, philosophical and theological teachings, the translation and commentary of authoritative texts, and the exploration of the Faith’s relationship […]
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Science and Art – Meaning and Understanding Explored
The Baha’i writings frequently refer to science and art, craft and knowledge together; however, in our present society it appears that science and art have no meaningful connection. This presentation explores not only the Baha’i writings, but aspects of cultural and language history to examine the connections between science and art, and how an alternative […]
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