Uplifting WordsJun 198 min readWho is Baha'u'llahFrom Noble Lineage to Startling Revelation: Baha'u'llah's Early Life Born in 1817 Tehran, Mirza Husayn-Ali, later known as Bahá'u'llah...
Uplifting WordsJul 13, 20233 min readAnis | Muhammad-Aliy-i-ZunuziMuhammad-Aliy-i-Zunuzi, also known as Anis, was a prominent figure in the Babi Faith, known for his unwavering devotion and courage.
Uplifting WordsMar 13, 20235 min readThe revelation of the Kitáb-i-Aqdas, the Most Holy BookHow and where was the Kitab-i-Aqdas written
Uplifting WordsOct 30, 20213 min read'Abdu’l-Bahá and childrenThe Master loved children. It was observed that ‘many of His talks were given as He sat with His arm encircling one of them.’
Uplifting WordsOct 12, 20211 min readThe Baha'i Faith During Nazi GermanyTalk given by Mr. David Langness on August 21, 2021.
Uplifting WordsOct 10, 20212 min readHow is one impressed by meeting ‘Abdu'l-Baha?To see, hear, or meet Him can never, it seems to me, be a shock, a startling surprise, or an overwhelming impression.
Uplifting WordsSep 25, 20213 min readThe mission of Shaykh Ahmad-i-Ahsa’iThe year 1753 saw the birth of Shaykh Ahmad-i-Ahsa’i in the town of Bahrain, in the the northeast of the Arabian Peninsula.
Uplifting WordsSep 21, 20214 min readThe Development of the Bahá’í Community in the time of ‘Abdu’l‑BaháThroughout His ministry which lasted 29 years, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá laboured to spread the Bahá’í Faith to every part of the world.
Uplifting WordsAug 28, 20217 min readThe Passing of ‘Abdu’l-BahaThe news of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing inspired an unprecedented event of unity among the Jewish, Christian, Muslim & Druze communities of Haifa
Uplifting WordsAug 28, 20212 min readThe funeral of the Master Early on Monday morning November 28th the news of this sudden calamity had spread over the city, causing an unprecedented stir and tumult.
Uplifting WordsAug 25, 20217 min read‘Abdu’l-Baha knew the time of His passingWe have now come to realize that the Master, (i.e., ‘Abdu’l-Baha) knew the day and hour when, His mission on earth being finished.
Uplifting WordsAug 8, 20216 min readThe Babi MovementThe proclamation of the Báb’s message caused an upheaval in Persia even greater than the events around the advent of Jesus Christ.
Uplifting WordsAug 5, 20215 min readThe Life of the BabOn a spring evening in 1844, a conversation took place between two young men that heralded a new era for the human race.
Uplifting WordsMay 5, 20213 min readFour Periods of the First Baha'i CenturyA short summary of the major events of the first century of the Baha'i Faith.
Uplifting WordsJul 29, 20203 min readThe Station of 'Abdu'l-BahaThe unique station assigned to ‘Abdu’l-Bahá by the Blessed Perfection is clear.
Uplifting WordsJun 11, 20204 min readSiyyid Kazim-i-RashtiThe news of the passing away of Shaykh Ahmad greatly distresses Siyyid Kazim, but at the same time strengthened his resolve.
Uplifting WordsMay 15, 20205 min read'Abdu'l-Baha Speaks of Baha’u’llah's Life`Abdu'l-Baha gives a summary of the life of Baha'u'llah after the declaration of the Bab.
Uplifting WordsMay 10, 20204 min read18 Letters of the LivingBetween May and July 1844, eighteen men and woman became the first followers of the Báb.
Uplifting WordsMay 8, 20206 min readThe Ascension of Baha'u'llah - A Baha'i Holy DayShoghi Effendi Recounts the Ascension of Baha'u'llah and its Significance in the Context of Baha'i History.
Uplifting WordsMay 7, 20207 min read'Abdu'l-Bahá's Life in 'Akká after Renewal of Incarceration, 1901-1908Shoghi Effendi Recounts the Struggles 'Abdu'l-Baha was forced to Overcome during this Tumultuous time in Baha'i History.
Uplifting WordsApr 27, 20202 min readBaha'u'llah: In the Words of an Early BelieverSome of the disciples of Bahá'u'lláh who attained His presence have referred to the transcendental majesty of His person.
Uplifting WordsApr 26, 20207 min read`Abdu'l-Bahá's Description of His Father`Abdu'l-Bahá's describes the life and mission of Baha'u'llah.
Uplifting WordsApr 26, 20202 min readThe Knighthood of ‘Abdu’l-BaháDuring World War I when a blockade threatened the lives of many civilians in Haifa, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá saved them from starvation.
Uplifting WordsApr 24, 20209 min readThe Báb, Forerunner of Bahá'u'lláhMillenial fervor gripped many peoples throughout the world during the first half of the nineteenth century.
Uplifting WordsApr 23, 20204 min readThe Banishments of Baha'u'llahShoghi Effendi beautifully encapsulates the exiles and banishments that Baha'u'llah was forced to endure over the majority of His life.
Uplifting WordsApr 22, 20202 min readWedding of ‘Abdu’l-BaháREAD > `Abdu'l-Baha: The Master Before His wedding day, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá made the necessary arrangements for the few guests. His mother and...
Uplifting WordsApr 20, 20205 min readTablets Revealed by Baha'u'llah in KurdistánA summary and analysis of some of the tablets and writings of Baha'u'llah written during his isolation in Kurdistan
Uplifting WordsApr 20, 20204 min readBaha'u'llah in The City of TihránDuring His forty years of exile Bahá'u'lláh often turned His thoughts to Tihrán and recalled the momentous events associated with the...
Uplifting WordsApr 16, 20208 min readBahá'u'lláh: Manifestation of GodBahá'u'lláh's central message for humanity in this day is one of unity and justice.
Uplifting WordsApr 9, 20201 min readExtensive Collection of Photos of 'Abdu'l-BahaBrowse through a growing collection of historical photos of 'Abdu'l-Baha.
Uplifting WordsApr 7, 20203 min readThe First Day of RidvanBahiyyih Khánum recounts the events leading to the family being exiled to Constantinople from Baghdad.
Uplifting WordsApr 7, 20202 min readMulla Husayn Chose to Sacrifice Privileged LifeWhat could be more important than a life of prestige and privilege?
Uplifting WordsMar 27, 20204 min read3 interviews that left Vahid 'speechless with wonder'He had achieved universal renown in Persia, and his authority and erudition were widely and fully recognised.
Uplifting WordsMar 11, 20203 min read‘Abdu’l-Bahá Visits Canada'Abdu'l-Baha embarked on an extraordinary and arduous journey lasting three years through Egypt, Europe and North America – including Canada
Uplifting WordsMar 5, 202010 min readA Tribute To Shoghi EffendiThe following address was delivered by Amelia Collins, Hand of the Cause, Haifa, Israel, at the Intercontinental Baha'i Conference held in F
Uplifting WordsFeb 19, 20202 min read'Abdu'l-Bahá in New York City'Abdu'l-Bahá decided to travel to the West to spread the message of Bahá'u'lláh.
Uplifting WordsFeb 2, 20201 min readHands of the Cause of GodThere are several distinct groups of individuals who are recognized for their spiritual capacities and experience.
Uplifting WordsJan 28, 20207 min readKhadíjih-BagumIn the Kitáb-i-Badí Bahá'u'lláh extols the virtues and exalted station of the wife of the Bab, Khadíjih-Bagum.
Uplifting WordsJan 24, 20203 min readEngagement of 'Abdu'l-BahaStory of how 'Abdu'l-Baha met His life-long companion and wife, Munirih Khanum.
Uplifting WordsJan 13, 20205 min readThe Life of Bahá’u’lláhThe Bahá’í writings often compare the coming of a Manifestation of God to the rising of the sun.
Uplifting WordsJan 1, 20203 min read12 Articles on the Life of Baha'u'llah11 Articles and stories on the life of Baha'u'llah, the founder of the Baha'i Faith, on Uplifting Words.
Uplifting WordsDec 11, 20196 min readChildhood of Baha'u'llah - Life of Baha'u'llahHusayn-‘Ali [later known as Bahá’u’lláh] was born November 12, 1817, at dawn when the birds begin their songs.
Uplifting WordsDec 10, 20199 min readThe Guardian of the Bahá'í Faith - Shoghi Effendi`Abdu'l-Bahá's choice of a successor to the leadership of the Bahá'í community after His passing was explicitly stated.
Uplifting WordsDec 7, 20194 min readResponse in the twentieth centuryThe Báb and His followers were thus a source of curiosity and inspiration to many writers, intrigued by His teachingsand heartbreaking story
Uplifting WordsDec 6, 20192 min readA Russian stage dramaA Russian poetess, member of the Philosophic, and Bibliological Societies of St. Petersburg, published in 1903 a drama entitled The Bab.
Uplifting WordsDec 3, 20193 min readThe salons of ParisThe first European novel that was set against the episode of the Báb was published in France 1891.
Uplifting WordsDec 2, 20196 min readTales of Magnificent HeroismThe impact of the Báb and His followers on writers and artists by Robert Weinberg.