Storytelling Sundays #20: The Learned One of Qa’ín: The story of Nabíl-i-Akbar
The extraordinary, devoted life of the saintly Nabíl-i-Akbar–posthumously appointed a Hand of the Cause by ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, appointed an Apostle of Bahá’u’lláh by Shoghi Effendi, one of the most learned men of all of Persia. ❊❊❊❊❊❊ Contents of this video ❊❊❊❊❊❊ 00:00:00 Welcome 00:01:55 Introduction to the talk 00:07:04 Part 1: Nabíl’s early life (1829 – […]
Read MoreEpisode #54 – RoadMap for a Moral Society: Insights from the Baha’i Teachings
Building a Moral Society: Insights from Baha’i Teachings In this interactive session, the community explores a roadmap for a moral society guided by the principles of the Baha’i faith. Hosted by Mr. Gilbert Hakim, the discussion revolves around Baha’i writings that underline the need for a society omnibearing interaction, spiritual growth, peace, love, unity, and […]
Read MoreDr. Chris Johnson
Personal Journey: Dr. Chris Johnson’s life is a captivating journey of personal growth, resilience, and a deep commitment to fostering unity among people of diverse backgrounds. His remarkable story begins with his embrace of the Baha’i Faith, an enduring spiritual path that has guided him for over 35 years. Chris’s introduction to the Baha’i Faith […]
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How Different Religions View Death and Afterlife
Clearwater Bahá’ís is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: How Different Religions View Death and Afterlife Time: Jan 21, 2024 11:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86247698525 Meeting ID: 862 4769 8525 ************************* Introduction: The third edition of “How Different Religions View Death and Afterlife,” skillfully edited by Dr. […]
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Learned One of Qa’ín: The story of Nabíl-i-Akbar
Nabíl-i-Akbar was one of the most learned clerics of Persia, a mujtahid and expert debater, a specialist of islamic philosophy and jurisprudence, and a Bahá’í. He spent a lifetime serving the Bahá’ís of Persia, was appointed posthumously to the rank of Hand of the Cause by ‘Abdu’l-Bahá and named Apostle of Bahá’u’lláh by Shoghi Effendi.
Read MoreEpisode #53 – Discussing Baha’i Principles: Marriage, Communication, and Human Existence
In this session filmed on December 18, 2023, the exploration of Baha’i teachings continues with a focus on marriage and communication. The speaker, Mr. Gilbert Hakim, provides insightful knowledge drawn from writings of Baha’u’llah. Various Baha’i concepts around moral behavior, good character, and the usage of words are considered. The importance of ensuring our words […]
Read MoreRadiant Reflections: 17 December 2023
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Read MoreAngels, Stars, and Heralds: A Bahá’í Perspective on Christmas
In this insightful session dated 17th December, 2023, Eileen Maddock provides a Baha’i perspective on Christmas, by sharing interpretations on angels, stars, and heralds. As part of the talk, Eileen highlights the similarities and differences between Christian and Baha’i understanding of festive symbols and narratives. She explores the deeper meanings of these Christmas symbols, and […]
Read MoreMr. Edward A. Price
Edward Price is a former atheist from a Jewish background who became a Bahá’í in 1973 at the University of Virginia. He has a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Virginia in Psychology and Religious Studies, a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from National University in California, and further graduate study from Florida State […]
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What is the Divine Curriculum and how does it work?
This presentation will focus on certain fundamental truths commonly referred to in the Bahá’í Faith as “progressive revelation”, and which I also refer to as “The Divine Curriculum.” The main concepts to be discussed, and which will be used to answer the question expressed in the title of this talk, are as follows: The oneness […]
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