Preface: This article, “Women on the Universal House of Justice,” was first researched and compiled by the International Baha’i Council (sIBC) under Dr. Leland Jensen’s direction in the early 1990s and was fully circulated by 1996. Copies were given to all members of the BUPC. Although this Webmaster was not a member of the sIBC, …
‘Abdu’l‑Bahá reminds us that Holy Days are times of joy, unity, and purposeful gathering. “In the sacred Laws of God, in every cycle and dispensation, there are blessed feasts, holidays and workless days. On such days all kinds of occupations, commerce, industry, agriculture etc., are not allowed. All must enjoy a good time, gather together, …
John 1:14 Examining the Relationship Between God and Jesus John’s opening verses have often been interpreted to mean that Jesus himself is the Word, and therefore God in the flesh. Yet a closer reading shows something different. John writes: “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was …
Introduction: The clash between Arius of Alexandria, the brilliant defender of monotheism, and Nicholas of Myra, later sainted as “Santa Claus,” at the Council of Nicaea in 325 A.D. was more than a personal dispute—it was a turning point in Christian history. Arius, renowned for his intellect and spiritual discipline, stood against the rising tide …
This post explores the Bahá’í understanding of Amit-Abha—the Fifth Buddha prophesied in Buddhist tradition. The Baha’i understanding is that the prophesied Amit Abha (Infinite Glory) is Baha’u’llah, as He wore the red robe, and as He is the 5th Manifestation of God after Gautama (Sanskrit; Pali: Gotama), Siddhartha (Sanskrit; Pali: Siddhattha). “Amit” means “Infinite” and …
Preface-2025 In 1993, Dr. Leland Jensen, the Establisher of the Baha’i Faith, asked me to write a refutation to a letter he had received, which was forwarded from a friend of the Cause who received the letter from a sans-guardian, mainstream Baha’i. This letter, which contained arguments in favor of the Hands of Shoghi Effendi, …
EDITORIAL NOTE:This post revives a long-standing tribute originally published on my earlier website, now restored from archival form. It draws extensively from Bahá’u’lláh and the New Era by J.E. Esslemont, a foundational text in Bahá’í literature. The narrative honors Bahá’u’lláh’s life and mission as Prophet and Founder of the Bahá’í Faith, offering readers a devotional …
Introduction, America Shatters the 3.5% Threshold On October 18, 2025, something extraordinary happened. Across all 50 states, in over 2,700 cities, millions of people took to the streets for No Kings Day—a protest not just against authoritarian drift, but for civic autonomy, symbolic reclamation, and collective dignity. This wasn’t just another demonstration. It was the …
The Rapidly Evolving Alliances of Predators and Prophecy It all started with a phone call. President Trump, in a moment of raw frustration, reportedly barked at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, regarding things not going his way for his Trump Gaza plans: “Don’t be fucking stupid [Bibi]…” The quote ricocheted through diplomatic circles like a …
If you have not already read “Apocalyptic Clarification“, please take one minute to do so before continuing.This all makes more sense if you read the series in order. Here is the first post in the series. (Blog Post 4 in the Nuclear War Survival Series) Why Shelter Matters Fallout is silent, invisible, and deadly over …