Im trying to research the baha’i faith and Im not seeing where to find more about jt. Idk what books to read, is there like a holy book or something? I was raised protestant but I was never a christian. So maybe there isn’t a holy book. Where do I find information? I went on the website and there’s a bit there but not as much as I wanted. There’s nothing on youtube. Idk what to do here submitted by /u/minno308 [visit reddit] [comments ..read more

I am not a Baha’i, but I have been looking into it some. From my understanding, there is a holiday that is going on right now called Ridvan. It looks like it goes on for 12 days. What is the significance of it being 12 days?Also, why are certain days seem to be more holier if that’s their correct word than others what I have found is that you have to abstain from work on three days I believe? Thanks in advance. submitted by /u/aaronfield [visit reddit] [comments ..read more

I was raised Baha'i, recently turned 15 and am most likely not going to declare. I have had some specific things I've been caught on for a couple years now and never got clarifications on lol. First, why are the words of Baha'u'llah's son and grandson are taken as gospel and used as prayer when the two are not considered prophets? Is there any specific reason for this? I know that they were the guardians but the UHJ are too afaik and their words are not used as prayer or taken as infallible. Second was why it never felt clear exactly where my donations were going. I grew up baking goods and r ..read more

I am curious to know how Bahais in the U.S. explain to non-Bahais about the faith's perspective on abortions. submitted by /u/Overall-Barracuda-13 [visit reddit] [comments ..read more

Being a Bahai is the best decision I have EVER made. The Bahai Faith accepts people for who they are, as they are, where they are. They also never have made a huge big deal out of me being openly gay (Though I am sure some of you on here may not understand, and I accept that). It has changed the entire quality of my life. The Sacred works have given me much comfort (When the lower half of my right leg had to be amputated 3 years ago due to a diabetic infection, "Selections From The Writings of Abdul'-Baha brought me so much wisdom and comfort). While under anesthesia during the surgery to rem ..read more

Can someone enlighten me as to the reference of the Sycamore and the Cedar? O Shaykh! Peruse that which Isaiah hath spoken in His Book. He saith: “Get thee up into the high mountain, O Zion, that bringest good tidings; lift up Thy Voice with strength, O Jerusalem, that bringest good tidings. Lift it up, be not afraid; say unto the cities of Judah: ‘Behold your God! Behold the Lord God will come with strong hand, and His arm shall rule for Him.’” This Day all the signs have appeared. A Great City hath descended from heaven, and Zion trembleth and exulteth with joy at the Revelation of God, for ..read more

How large should be the Baha'i community? And how is being decided if a local or a national House of Worship should be built, since I noticed some countries may have a local House of Worship but not a national one? submitted by /u/DGhitza [visit reddit] [comments ..read more

I just finished reading Our Common Humanity: Reflections on the Reclamation of the Human Spirit, by Michael L. Penn. So good! Very interesting discussion of human capacities; psychology and neuroscience perspectives; problems of evil, racism, war; care of the spirit and consultation. submitted by /u/Select-Simple-6320 [visit reddit] [comments ..read more

First off, I didn’t grow up Baha’i. From 18-28 I suffered from untreated mental illness and substance abuse. I was homeless, incarcerated, and on the verge of death. I was given grace after much destruction, and after a couple years of stability I discovered the Baha’i Faith. After studying and doing Ruhi, I declared in 2020. I now have a family, practice the Faith to the best of my ability, and try to attend Feasts (although often miss). To my surprise, I was notified today that I was elected to the LSA (~20 members). Just when life was getting “lifey”. I am so grateful for what this journey ..read more

Please share your thoughts on Ridvan. Seems like one of, if not the, most significant moments in all of human history. Also curious about the doctrine of (realm of subtle entities) 'alam-i-dharr as I think there's a link between the doctrine and Ridvan. submitted by /u/Sartpro [visit reddit] [comments ..read more