The 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 stunt […] Read More
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 More
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 […] Read More
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. Read More
The Coming of Age of the Human Race – Humanity’s Passage into Maturity Part 2!
Every follower of Bahá’u’lláh knows well that the purpose of His Revelation is to bring into being a new creation. No sooner had “the First Call gone forth from His lips than the whole creation was revolutionized, and all that are in the heavens and all that are on earth were stirred to the depths.” […] Read MoreThe Coming of Age of the Human Race – Humanity’s Passage into Maturity!
Every follower of Bahá’u’lláh knows well that the purpose of His Revelation is to bring into being a new creation. No sooner had “the First Call gone forth from His lips than the whole creation was revolutionized, and all that are in the heavens and all that are on earth were stirred to the depths.” […] Read More
How The Gospel of Matthew speaks to Jesus’ Birth and His Return”
At this time of year, Christians reflect on the Virgin Birth of Jesus. The book of Matthew opens with this scene, which we’ll briefly review, including an interesting perspective from the book of Daniel, prophesying not only his coming but the role of the Wise Men from the East. But the real story comes near […] Read More
Treading the spiritual life with practical feet.
Treading the spiritual life with practical feet is about, exploring the mystical and practical application of being a Bahá’í, a personal perspective. One of the things I always loved about the Bahá’í Faith is the way it relies on the community in support of an individual’s spiritual life. Here are ordinary people who have taken […] Read More
The Essential Harmony of Religion and Science
The essential harmony of science and religion is a core principle of the Baha’i teachings. Although this principle makes for a profoundly interesting topic in philosophy, it is far more than that. Current events should make clear the crucial importance of articulating the extent and warrant for belief in scientific knowledge, and trust in each […] Read More
