Preview of Gleanings from the Writings of Baha’u’lláh Part 1

Diving into Baha’u’llah’s Gleanings: An In-Depth Study with Peter Terry

Join us for a profound session on the writings of Baha’u’llah, focusing on the book ‘Gleanings from the Writings of Baha’u’llah’. This presentation by Mr. Peter Terry, an expert in various disciplines, including Baha’i history and scripture, offers unparalleled insights into the key verses chosen by Shoghi Effendi. The video introduces the process for an enriching study of the texts, the importance of reading the verses of God with joy and radiance, and shares useful resources and methods for engaging with these sacred writings. Participants from around the globe contribute to the vibrant discussion, sharing their own insights and questions. Downloadable study materials are available at ClearwaterBaha’is.org.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:11 Overview of Gleanings from the Writings of Baha’u’llah
01:02 Introduction of Peter Terry
01:10 Peter Terry’s Background and Achievements
02:34 Session Overview and Study Materials
00:02 Interactive Session with Participants
07:44 Introduction to the Study of Gleanings
09:30 The Importance of Asking Questions
11:19 Significance of the Kitab-i-Iqan
18:16 Shoghi Effendi’s Translations
25:18 Study Project and Tools
38:50 Open Floor for Questions and Discussion
41:25 Introduction to Gleanings Resources
42:13 Using the Expandable Sources Document
43:14 Researching Names and Topics
44:30 Creating and Using Indexes
46:44 Audience Questions and Insights
52:10 The Spirit of Reading Scripture
01:12:13 Provisional Translations and Their Importance
01:24:07 Concluding Remarks and Next Steps

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