Baha'i Education

Explore every issue of Star of the West (1910–1935) — the first English-language Bahá'í periodical. Search 25 volumes, 383 issues, 8,505 pages with full-text and semantic search across tablets, pilgrim notes, and community history.

An enlightening conversation with Hooper Dunbar on 'Companion to the Study of the Kitab-i-Iqan', delving into its pivotal role in understanding Bahá'í teachings and its essential place in spiritual education.

This article delves into the enigmatic significance of the number five, tracing its sacred roots and meanings across various global faiths.

Trying to utilize Covid lockdowns, I took some time to revisit learning Arabic, and ended up writing an online learning tool 'Novel Arabic,' (https://novel-arabic.com) a platform that simplifies Arabic learning by using adventure stories with audio and text. This method emphasizes understanding through listening and reading, rooted in the concept of maximizing comprehensible input.

This article recounts a transformative journey through the reading of "The Dawn-Breakers," set against the backdrop of service at the Baha'i World Center in Haifa. The narrative weaves personal experiences with the profound influence of Mr. Dunbar's educational initiatives, highlighting the significance of understanding Baha'i institutions and the Guardianship. It explores the simplicity and scala...

TL;DR: Violetta Zein, with her rich background in exploration, delves into 'Dawn-Breakers: The Story of Nabíl,' bringing to life the historical saga of a key Bahá'í figure. Through vivid storytelling and deep personal connection, Violetta invites listeners on a historical adventure that's both enlightening and inspiring.

Discover the essence of a Baha'i teaching trip to Mongolia in 'The Mongolian Chronicles'. A story of adventure, cultural immersion, and the profound impact of the Baha'i Faith in the land of Genghis Khan.

'Star of the West' captures the dawn of the Bahá'í Faith in the West, chronicling its early challenges, teachings, and milestones through photographs, articles, and personal narratives. As the first Bahá'í international periodical, it offers an authentic snapshot of the Faith's formative years, documenting the dedication and journey of its early adherents. This publication stands as a critical his...

This letter from the Universal House of Justice addresses a concern raised by a Bahá’í individual regarding the teaching of the Faith. The letter clarifies that it is always timely and essential for Bahá’ís to engage in teaching the Faith and enrolling new believers, emphasizing consistency with the teachings of Bahá’u’lláh, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, and Shoghi Effendi. The letter further emphasizes that the...

Unveil the digital journey of the 'Star of the West', a pivotal Bahá'í publication, now accessible on CD. This quick guide highlights its key features, historical value, and how it enhances Bahá'í literature research.

Ocean 2.0 is an attempt to bridge the comprehension gap by providing a quality reading experience for the library of the world's sacred doctrinal literature.

TL;DR: Ocean 1.0 was a fantastic service opportunity that met the existing demand for digital search capabilities within Baha'i writings, blending technology with a passion for accessibility and knowledge sharing. I had so many hopes for Ocean but so little time. The result was so limited that I almost named it 'lake'. But overall it was a very rewarding project.

“The Constitution of the Universal House of Justice” is a document that defines the administrative procedures of the Universal House of Justice, the supreme administrative institution of the Bahá’í Faith. This document embodies the Guardian's promise that “when this Supreme Body will have been properly established, it will have to consider afresh the whole situation, and lay down the principle whi...