A book of daily devotions from the Baha'i Sacred Writings, Christian Scripture and other major religions, for each day of the year, beginning with the Bahá'í New Year, Naw-Ruz (March 21).

Like a connoisseur of the variety of flowers growing in God's Holy Garden, Amatu'l-Baha Ruhiyyah Khanum walks us through the Garden of words uttered or recorded by Baha'u'llah, drawing our attention to the beauty of this patch, the charm of that bed, the refinement of that border. She shares her insights with us, and sings in most melodious tunes the praise of the Creator of the Garden and the perfection of His unique handiwork.

Passages from the Bahá'í teachings answering questions often asked by young people and those who are new to the Bahá'í community - and to assist all of us in our daily study of the Bahá'í teachings. Arranged around nineteen themes, including 'The Messengers of God', 'The Journey of the Soul', 'Acquiring Perfections', 'Spiritual and Moral Laws', 'Service', 'Race Unity' and 'Marriage and Family Life'.

Originally printed in 1944, this precious selection from the writings of Baha'u'llah and Abdu'l-Baha has been a mainstay of inspiration for readers seeking solid spiritual ground. Whether you are searching for answers to inner concerns, working to improve relationships with others, or to better the world around you, here you will find loving counsel and hope. A collection offering inspirational, practical, spiritual guidance for achieving peace and harmony in one's personal life and in the world. Provides example of how spiritual principles can be applied and how they can raise a call to action.

Psychiatry tells us to accept ourselves. Religion tells us how to do so. To the Bahá'í, 'All true healing comes from God.' This collection of quotations from the Bahá'í Writings offers vital help for emotional and spiritual healing. Grouped in three main sections, 'Coping with Stress', Orientation to the Divine' and 'Developing Helpful Attitudes', these 'pearls of wisdom' from the extensive literature of the Bahá'í Faith concentrate on common problems and their solution, and will be of comfort and value to many.

From the beginning of time God has been calling us to eternal life. This is the song of all the prophets. These Writings repeat the call, and reveal new insights. They immerse the soul in peace and hope and understanding.

People of all ages and cultures, irrespective of caste, creed or religion can benefit from the advice given in these gift books.

Selections from the Writings of Bahá'u'lláh, the Báb, 'Abdu'l-Bahá, and the Greatest Holy Leaf.

Finally! A short compilation of quotes and passages from the Writings based on the names of the Baha'i months. Quick and easy access to a variety of quotations on Splendor, Glory, Loftiness, Light, Will, Knowledge, Speech, Questions, etc.

This is what you have been looking for! A handy reference for Feast programs and devotional gatherings. Use it for daily study of the Baha'i scriptures or for personal deepening and reflection.

O Son of Being! Busy not thyself with this world, for with fire We test the gold and with gold We test Our servants. (Bahá'u'lláh)

A thoughtfully selected compilation of quotations from the Bahá'í scriptures and other Bahá'í writings on the purpose and source of the tests that may come to us and to our society, and how we can overcome them.

Brian Kurzius has delved deeply into the literature of the Bahá'í Faith, including works long out of print or difficult to come by, to find words that bring comfort, inner peace and spiritual upliftment to those facing the many challenges of life.

Compiler: National Bahá'í Education Task Force

One of the real keys to transforming the world is the spiritual education and training of children. A sourcebook for any serious educator, it collects together sacred writings of the Bahá'í Faith on the nature, purpose, content, process and framework for spiritual education.

This collection of brief passages from the Bahá'í writings addresses the promise and potential of God's noblest creation - a human being - through the themes of our reality and purpose; the importance of spiritual and material education; and the responsibilities of parents. Also included are prayers for children's protection and development as well as prayers that can be taught to young children. Designed for presentation to parents of new born babies.

Compilers: Terry J. Cassiday, Betty J. Fisher, Terrill G. Hayes, Richard A. Hill

Life Death and Immortality: The Journey of the Soul.

A fascinating collection of Baha'i writings on the soul and its development, this book explains the purpose of life. Also included are prayers and meditations for spiritual awakening and development.

Here is a guide directly from the Baha'i writings that outlines the potential path of personal, spiritual and social transformation found in the Baha'i teachings. As such, this book constitutes an invaluable selection of statements on individual spiritual development, Baha'i history and administration, and Baha'i approaches to revitalizing the social order.

A compilation of some of the Messages of the Guardian and the Universal House of Justice.

This small compilation can touch but briefly on such a profound and everlasting theme, and beyond this drop there is an endless ocean of meaning. God, in His Essence, is, and will always remain, unknowable, far beyond the comprehension of finite minds. We can, however, know something of God by contemplating the wonder of His creation and, beyond that, by following the mystical path progessively revealed by His Messengers since time began. Their words are His words calling us to Him. When we turn to Them and hear with a hearing ear, see with a seeing eye, we find ourselves in the Presence of God and His beauty reflected in our souls.

Selections from the writings of Bahá'u'lláh, the Báb, 'Abdu'l-Bahá, Shoghi Effendi and the Universal House of Justice.

"God is My witness, O people! I am come to you with a Revelation from the Lord, your God, the Lord of your fathers of old. .....What would profit man, if he were to fail to recognize the Revelation of God? ..... If thou deniest Me, by what proof canst thou vindicate the truth of that which thou dost possess?" - Bahá'u'lláh

African Americans in the World Order of Bahá'u'lláh.

Bahá'í Writings related to people of African descent, offering hope for healing centuries of prejudice.

This compilation of extracts from Writings of Bahá'u'lláh, the Báb, 'Abdu'l-Bahá, Shoghi Effendi, the Universal House of Justice, the Continental Boards of counsellors, and others brings together more than 200 quotations on the subject of pioneering. It will surely help inspire and encourage others to follow in the footsteps of the vanguard of teachers who have left their homeland for the love of God and in service to humanity. Covers such topics as: The Station of the Pioneer; The Promises of Assistance and Victory; and the Call to Bahá'í Youth.

How to use them:

For Ruhi Classes: These make great gifts at the beginning or end. No more piles of paper to keep track of, this booklet gives you every memorization quote from all seven books. It's 4x6 size is bigger than a mini-book, but still fits neatly into a pocket.

As a gift for seekers: The presentation is carefully designed to highlight the beautiful quotations and prayers while minimizing the workbook aspect. The introduction mentions Bahá'í study circles in a way that will encourage seekers to participate, while stressing the fact that the Writings stand alone as a source of inspiration and guidance. You will feel comfortable giving this to the same people you might give the Hidden Words or Prayers.

How it is organized:

To keep it closely linked to the Ruhi classes, all the quotations for each book are kept together in separate chapters that are clearly labeled. But to make it more seeker friendly, the shorter, seeker-friendly quotes from books 1,3,5 & 7 are in the first section, called Reflections on the Life of the Spirit, and the longer quotations from books 2, 4 and 6 at the end in a section called Meditations on a Life of Service to God. The prayers from all seven books and in their own section in the middle, making it easier to know which selections are prayers and which are quotations. This makes it a much more versatile teaching tool that will ultimately bring more people into Study Circles.

'One hour's reflection is preferable to seventy years of pious worship'. A rich offering of verses taken from the Bahá'í writings, beautifully presented, to help us reflect on: * The Meaning of Life; * The Mystery of Love; * Peace; * Virtue; * The Value of Deeds; * Religion; as well as * The New World envisaged by Bahá'u'lláh.

'a charming and refreshing collection of glittering jewels' United Kingdom Bahá'í Review Panel

Born into a Catholic family in Ghana, Akwasi O. Osei first encountered the Bahá'í Faith in medical school in 1978. He became a Bahá'í two years later. Dr Osei, an Esperantist and a medical practitioner, is a member of the National Spiritual Assembly of Ghana.

Discover the Bahá'í approach to prayer with this collection of beautiful, soul-stirring prayers and meditations from Bahá'í scripture. Pamela Brode's introduction explains basic Bahá'í teachings on the subject of prayer and spiritual sustenance and considers questions such as What is prayer? Why pray? Are our prayers answered? Does prayer benefit the world? The selections that follow include more than 120 prayers and extracts from Bahá'í scripture on themes such as assistance from God, comfort, contentment, difficult times, death, faith, healing, marriage and family life, protection, strength and many others. These powerful selections are sure to sustain, refresh and gladden the spirit.

Pamela Brode is a journalist and writer as well as a wife, mother of three children and an advocate for civil and human rights.

A compilation of extracts from the writings of Bahá'u'lláh, the Founder of the Bahá'í Faith.

One of the most distinguishing features of the Revelation of Bahá'u'lláh was the fierceness of the opposition, the relentless persecutions and the severity of the pain, cruelties, and sufferings that were heaped upon him by a host of powerful adversaries. He was imprisoned; his enormous family wealth was confiscated; he was banished from Iran, the land of his birth, first to Iraq, then to Turkey, and finally to Akka in present day Israel, but at that time a prison city of the Ottoman Empire. The Holy Writings presented refer to the ordeals and injustices he endured and to the tribulations suffered by all the prophets of God.

Compiler: Elias Zohoori

Popular, well-received compilation of Bahá'í writings on human body, its health and related subjects. Addresses organ transplant, abortion, vaccination, birth control, circumcision, tubal ligation, illness, nutrition, suicide, science of medicine, spiritual & material healing. If you have questions about how to live a fulfilling Bahá'í life, this book is sure to answer it.

National Spiritual Assembly of Jamaica; Softcover; 97 pages; 5 1/2" X 8 1/2"

Selections from the Bahá'í Writings on some of the most central themes of the Bahá'í Revelation, arranged as responses to typical questions that Bahá'ís, students of the Faith, our friends and contacts might ask. Useful as a resource for deepening or training institutes, for individual, family, community and institutional use.

Palabra Publications, USA; ISBN 1-890101-14-1 Softcover; 80 pages; 23 x 15 cm.

Abdu'l-Bahá was asked: "By what process . . . will this peace on earth be established? Will it come at once after a universal declaration of the truth?" This small volume brings together the most important questions from the Bahá'í Sacred Scriptures on the subject of war and peace, and answers these questions through the words of Bahá'u'lláh, Abdu'l-Bahá, and Shoghi Effendi.

"Immerse yourselves in the ocean of My words, that ye may unravel its secrets, and discover all the pearls of wisdom that lie hid in its depths." --Baha'u'llah

A compilation of prayers and tablets from the Baha'i writings in one small package! Also available in large-print format (CMP225).

"Immerse yourselves in the ocean of My words, that ye may unravel its secrets, and discover all the pearls of wisdom that lie hid in its depths." --Baha'u'llah

This compilation of prayers and tablets from the Baha'i writings is one of the few of its kind available in large print format.