Progressive Revelation and Social Justice: Baha’i Perspectives vs. Liberation Theology (Roadmap for a Moral Society #167) In Session 167 (March 16, 2026) of “Roadmap for a Moral Society,” the group opens with prayer and introduces the day’s focus on progressive revelation using passages from ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s Some Answered Questions. Before that, they discuss liberation theology—its definition, […]
Read MoreSession 166: The Descent of the Holy Spirit, Revelation, and Healing Racial Inequality In session 166 of “Roadmap for a Moral Society,” the group opens with prayer and begins a new chapter on the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles using Some Answered Questions as a primary source. Gilbert discusses the Baha’i view […]
Read MoreSession 165: Miracles of Christ, Child Labor Reform, and the Spiritual Meaning of Resurrection In Session 165 of “Roadmap for a Moral Society,” held during the Baha’i fast, the group opens with prayer and connects modern social reform to spiritual revelation by reviewing the history of industrial-era child labor, later legal milestones like the U.S. […]
Read MoreA roadmap for a moral society would prioritize individual character development through principles like truthfulness, justice, service to humanity, unity, and moderation, achieved through education, community building, and collective action aimed at addressing social issues and promoting global peace and harmony; essentially, focusing on building a society where everyone actively contributes to the betterment of […]
Read MoreSession 163: Relativism, One Moral Standard, and Why Religious Laws Change (Baptism & Abrogation) Session 163 (February 16, 2026) opens with prayers and continues the series on a “roadmap for a moral society,” focusing on baptism and the changing law of God. The discussion contrasts Enlightenment-era ideas—especially Immanuel Kant’s emphasis on autonomous reason and progress—with […]
Read MoreTrue Baptism in the Baha’i Writings: Repentance, Spiritual Renewal, and a Universal Moral Standard This session opens with a prayer and frames the gathering as spiritually focused, with brief introductions connecting current world issues to Baha’i writings. The group discusses philosopher Jürgen Habermas and his ideas about communicative rationality, universal pragmatics, the “lifeworld,” and the […]
Read MoreWelcome to Session 161 of Roadmap for a Moral Society. In this session, we explore the profound subject of “Intelligible Realities.” We discuss the distinction between sensible realities (what we perceive with our five senses) and intelligible realities (truths perceived by the mind and spirit, such as love, gravity, and the Holy Spirit). We examine […]
Read MoreExploring Spiritual Capacity: Roadmap for a Moral Society – Session 160 In our 160th session of ‘Roadmap for a Moral Society,’ we delve into the intricate topic of spiritual capacity and its role in the Baha’i Faith. This session examines the concept of ‘Many are called, but few are chosen’ from the Baha’i writings, contrasting […]
Read MoreExploring Ethics in Strikes and the Role of Government: Insights from Baha’i Writings In this episode of ‘Roadmap for a Moral Society’ (Session 159), we delve into the complex subject of strikes through the lens of the Baha’i writings. Sourcing from the teachings of Abdu’l-Baha, we discuss the potential for creating a lasting and just […]
Read MoreRoadmap for a Moral Society: Session 158 – Strikes, Inequality, and Baha’i Teachings In this 158th session of ‘Roadmap for a Moral Society,’ the discussion focuses on the concepts of strikes, inequality, and governance through the lens of Baha’i writings. Key topics include the ethical balance between capital and labor, economic disparities, and the historical […]
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