The First teaching of Baha’u’llah: Independent Investigation of Truth Part 2
Abdu’l Baha – the son of Baha’u’llah – wrote the following in the wake of World War I “There have issued, from His mighty Pen, various teachings for the prevention of war, and these have been scattered far and wide. The first is the independent investigation of truth; for blind imitation of the past will […]
Read MoreLearning the Arabic of the Bahá’í Writings
This is a presentation on the form and function of several provisional translations of Bahá’u’lláh’s Arabic and Persian writings, including the Tablet of the City of Divine Unity and a compilation of previously untranslated prayers and supplications, in addition to verse translations of classical Persian poetry. Resource Document – https://clearwaterbahais.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/ArabicPersian-Learning.pdf
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Learning the Arabic of the Bahá’í Writings
This is a presentation on the form and function of several provisional translations of Bahá’u’lláh’s Arabic and Persian writings, including the Tablet of the City of Divine Unity and a compilation of previously untranslated prayers and supplications, in addition to verse translations of classical Persian poetry. Resource Document – ArabicPersian Learning
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The First teaching of Baha’u’llah: Independent Investigation of Truth, Part 2
Abdu’l Baha – the son of Baha’u’llah – wrote the following in the wake of World War I “There have issued, from His mighty Pen, various teachings for the prevention of war, and these have been scattered far and wide. The first is the independent investigation of truth; for blind imitation of the past […]
Read MoreThe First teaching of Baha’u’llah: Independent Investigation of Truth, Part 1
Abdu’l Baha – the son of Baha’u’llah – wrote the following in the wake of World War I “There have issued, from His mighty Pen, various teachings for the prevention of war, and these have been scattered far and wide. The first is the independent investigation of truth; for blind imitation of the past will […]
Read MoreAwake But Not Woke
The topic of this talk is – My purpose is two-fold: (1) to demonstrate the conflicts between contemporary ‘woke-ism’ and the Baha’i Writings and (2) to show how the Baha’i Writings offer better intellectual and practical alternatives to work for social justice goals in today’s world. As part of my presentation, I shall show how […]
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Awake But Not Woke
The topic of this talk is – My purpose is two-fold: (1) to demonstrate the conflicts between contemporary ‘woke-ism’ and the Baha’i Writings and (2) to show how the Baha’i Writings offer better intellectual and practical alternatives to work for social justice goals in today’s world. As part of my presentation, I shall show how […]
Read MorePsalms 1 and 2 – A modern Perspective on Ancient Texts Part 1
If you could know only one chapter of a Holy Book to guide your life – which one would it be? You could do worse than choosing Psalm 1. Discover how this single Psalm of David provides a depth and richness that can guide your life. Learn how understanding and sharing these powerful verses can […]
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Psalms 1 and 2 – A modern Perspective on Ancient Texts
If you could know only one chapter of a Holy Book to guide your life – which one would it be? Last week Mr. Wade Fransson discussed how Psalm 1 can provide a solid foundation for your personal spiritual life. Join us for the conclusion of this 2-part series where we will look at how […]
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Remarkable stories from Baha’i history
This Sunday is a classic storytelling session with many remarkable stories from Bábí and Bahá’í history, spanning the ministries of the Báb, Bahá’u’lláh, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá and Shoghi Effendi and including several stories about Hands of the Cause, meant to delight, astonish, inspire, and move.
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