Bahá’í Faith: The Basics provides a thorough and accessible introduction to a fascinating, independent world religion. Examining its historical development, current “community-building” efforts and the social contributions of the Bahá’í Faith in the world today, this introduction covers: Beliefs: Bahá’í spiritual teachings Principles: Bahá’í social teachings History: Bahá’u’lláh and his covenant. Scripture: Bahá’í sacred texts and inspired guidance Institutions: The Bahá’í Administrative Order Building community: What Bahá’ís do Social action: Bahá’í social and economic development projects Public discourse: The Bahá’í International Community Vision: Foundations for a future golden age With features including a glossary of terms, and references to the Bahá’í writings throughout, this is the ideal text for students and interested readers wanting to familiarize themselves with the Bahá’í Faith.
| ISBN: | 9781138346178 |
| Publication date: | 27th November 2020 |
| Author: | Christopher Buck |
| Publisher: | Routledge an imprint of Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 250 pages |
| Series: | The Basics |
| Genres: |
Other religions and spiritual beliefs Religion: general Islam |