Baha’i Faith: The Basics

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.

1. Introduction: What is the Baha'i Faith?2. Beliefs: Baha'i Spiritual Teachings 3. Principles: Baha'i Social Teachings4. History: Baha'u'llah and His Covenant 5. Scripture and Authoritative Writings: Baha'i Sacred Texts and Inspired Guidance6. Institutions: The Baha'i Administrative Order7. Building Community: What Baha'is Do 8. Social Action: Social and Economic Development 9. Public Discourse: The Baha'i International Community10. Vision: Foundations for a Future Golden Age