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The Bahá’ís of America
The Bahá’í Faith had its origins in nineteenth century Shi’ite Islam, but embraces Abraham, Krishna, Moses, Buddha, Jesus, and Muhammad—among others—as prophets, each seen as a divine messenger uniquely suited to the needs of his time. The Bahá’í community has spread to become the second most geographically widespread religion in the world. It has a 120 year history in the United States, where members have promoted their core belief that all people are created equal. American Bahá’ís have been remarkably successful in attracting a diverse membership. They instituted efforts to promote racial unity in the deep South decades before the modern civil rights movement, and despit...
World Order
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Baháʼí Year Book
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Heritage of Light
A new and fascinating examination of a religious community and a penetrating look at the spiritual destiny of America. Heritage of Light is an accessible description of the American Bahai community and a penetrating look at the spiritual destiny of America. This exploration traces the historical and spiritual connections that link the American Baha'is with the early Bahais of Iran, who displayed an unparalleled staunchness of faith and heroism in the face of unspeakable brutal persecution and oppression. The authors examination of the writings of the Bahai Faith along with extensive historical and archival records, demonstrates the unique role assigned to the American Bahais and to the American nation as a whole in the development of a unified global society and the eventual inauguration of a world civilization.
A Spiritual Path to Unity and Social Justice
A magazine-format introduction to the Baha'i Faith that focuses on how Baha'is and their friends are systematically applying a spiritual framework for social change to heal the divisions and prejudices afflicting American society. The publication introduces the core beliefs and principles of the Baha'i Faith and illustrates how these are being put into practice through interwoven efforts in community building, social action, and engaging in public discourse.The welcoming and accessible tone, vibrant photography and explanatory illustrations make this a perfect companion for meaningful conversations among Baha'is and friends of the Faith of all backgrounds who seek a deeper understanding of what Baha'is believe and what they are doing to address the divisions and tensions in America today. This companion to the popular The Baha'is magazine will inspire all those who are striving to remain hopeful and purposeful amidst the turmoil of our day.
The Baha'i Faith in America
The Baha'i Faith in America sets out to accomplish two main goals. The first is to introduce to the American reading public a religion whose name may be commonly mentioned or heard, yet in terms of its unique history, world-view, beliefs, and laws, is virtually unknown. Such categories provide the essential material for Part I. The second objective, which is the uniting thread of Part II, is to trace the historical development of the American Baha'i community from its earliest beginnings at the end of the nineteenth century up until the present day. The chapters in this section not only peruse the major events and introduce the leading personalities associated with American Baha'i history, t...
