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 teachingsPrinciples: Bahá'í social teachingsHistory: Bahá'u'lláh and his covenant.Scripture: Bahá'í sacred texts and inspired guidanceInstitutions: The Bahá'í Administrative OrderBuilding community: What Bahá'ís doSocial action: Bahá'í social and economic development projectsPublic discourse: The Bahá'í International CommunityVision: Foundations for a future golden ageWith 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.