‘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, …
Month: November 2025
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 …