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    Baha'ism compared to Islam?

    Dear Salaam, thank you for your questions and your interest. If it is alright to address them here, I would like to add the following. Baha'is believe that the spiritual essence of all religions are really one and rather than being considered different religions, they should be regarded as...
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    Abrahamic?

    There is substantial debate and "proof" for both sides of the arguments, some even believe they were the same. Suffice it to say that Zoroaster and Zoroastrianism are perhaps more shrouded in mystery than any other revelation, and it would be interesting to read unbiased research on the topic.
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    Updates of the persecution of Baha'is in Iran

    Unfortunately, the persecution of the Baha'i community continues in Iran. Aside from the denial of employment and business licences, destruction of holy sites, desecration of cemeteries, and denial of higher education, lately even high school and primary school students have been pressured and...
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    Abrahamic?

    While I understand the human tendency to categorize all things for easy access I wish to share a thought about categorizing Baha'i Faith as "Abrahamic". Baha'u'llah, the prophet founder of the Baha'i Faith who rose from Persia, was also a descendant of ancient Persian Sassanian kings, and...
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    Another Baha'i Question

    Dear Peace4all; Thank you for your interest and your questions. Bahá’ís accept the interpretations of this verse, but point out that it is the end of a prophetic cycle and not revelation since in many places in the Qur’an, hadiths, and indeed sacred texts of other dispensations as well, the...
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    What do you do for Ayyam-i-Ha?

    We usually do something different every year to prevent developing rituals, while keeping in mind of course "to feed and be fed" as hospitality is a very important aspect. Also gift-giving, particularly for children, is important and in a sense, although not the main objective, may prevent...
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    Persecution of Baha'is in Iran (2006 Report):

    Dear Booko; I am sure it was not your intention, but I mention this so that it may not be misconstrued specially by those who have not been following the events there, so please forgive me for saying this. The long and systematic persecution of the Baha'is in Iran should never be...
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    Another Baha'i Question

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    Bahai Temples

    Greetings, and if I may, I would like to add that the Universal House of Justice not only strives to provide an atmosphere conducive to spiritual upliftment, but also puts particular importance on pilgrims as their 'special' guests. As an example, the main entrance to the seat of the Universal...
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    Baha'is and Evolution

    The Baha'i Faith teaches that religious truths, just as scientific concepts, are relative and our understanding is evolved and perfected by each revelation. The essence of religion and science are in harmony and it is only our perception of one or the other that may seem as a conflict. As the...
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    Baha`i Humor

    Sorry I had missed this. Thank you 9harmony, look forward to fruitful discussions. :)
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    Baha'i Administrative Order

    If I may, I wish to add some points as well about the many differences between the clergy and the Bahá’í Administrative order: -Bahá’í institutions are elected by free elections without nomination and campaigning. -Members don’t have any special right or privilege and are not allowed to...
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    Careers in religion - what qualifications required?

    With all due respect, I believe that in the old days due to high illiteracy of the masses, priests and the likes may have been needed to read and interpret for the people, however, in these illumined days every one is able to read the holy scriptures, interpret them for themselves, and put them...
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    Christ's return

    Why should His return be any different from the first when He came to a people who hindered by literal translation of the prophecies asked for His kingdom and crown, and wondered how a carpenter from Bethlehem be the Messiah? He was opposed relentlessly by a corrupt clergy, and persecuted...
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    Why Did You Chose Your Form Of Religion?

    In my younger years I used to think that becoming a Bahá’í was an event after which one could no longer do certain things. Gradually, I am discovering that it is very much a process and a journey in which one would WANT to DO certain things out of love and not fear or force. Bahá’u’lláh...
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    Come in Peace!

    Thank you all for your kind words and warm welcome.
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    Baha`i Humor

    Regarding how many Bahá’í s it takes to screw in a light bulb, another version is only two. One to actually do it and the other to serve refreshments! (Bahá’ís are known for their hospitality) Dear evearael, Another possible way to investigate about the Bahá’í faith would be to participate in...
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    Come in Peace!

    Thank you to all for your kind words. In a world which is sinking ever deeper into the abyss of materialism and individualism, it is comforting to hear and engage in spiritual discussions and be reminded of our interdependence and oneness. God Bless,
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    Come in Peace!

    Greetings and salutations to all! I have been reading some of the comments on this site for a while, and now decided to join it since I find discussion an important element of tolerance and understanding. I chose this handle not because I pretend to be its essence or even fully grasp its...
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