Beliefs / Principles
Here are articles on The Baha´i beliefs and principles, how we live our lives.
“Unity in Diversity”: A Uniquely Baha’i Concept 
An editorial about the Baha´i Concept of "Unity in Diversity." Backbiting: The Most Great Sin
Backbiting, gossiping and comitting slander are considered one of the most destructive and divisive of sins. Today backbiting has sunk to a new level as the internet is used as the medium of choice in delivering it´s deadly venom. Baha'i Faith and the Paranormal
An explanation of the Baha'i view of psychic phenomena and the paranormal. Baha'i View on Suffering
A Baha'i Perspective on Suffering Bahá'í Views on Racial Prejudice
The Bahá'í Faith teaches that there is only one human race, that all people are children of the same loving God, and that racial prejudice must be eliminated. Bahá'í Words of Comfort in Times of Trouble
Disaster, disease, disappointments, unhappy surprises...these make up the world today--or at least, I'm noticing them of late. The Bahá'í Faith has guidance during times of trouble. Baha'is and Politics
An explanation of the Baha´i view on involvement in partisan politics. Baha’u’llah’s Promise of Salvation
Baha´i view of current world upheaval and the light at the end of the tunnel. Calamity
How does religion in general, and the Bahá'í Faith in particular, view calamity and how to respond to it. Calamity to Me
A more personal take on how the Bahá'í Faith views calamities, and how one Bahá'í deals. Creativity
Bahá'ís believe that creativity is a gift from God available to anyone. Equality of Women and Men
One of the main principles of the Baha'i Faith is the Equality of Women and Men. Failing to Grow
Failure is part of God's design. It shouldn't be avoided at all costs, but treasured as an important tool for ultimate success. Fasting and Baha´is
Baha´is fast for 19 days during the Month of Ala/Loftiness from March 2 to 21 from sunrise to sunset. Feed the Soul, Change the World
How a Bahá'í implements the teaching that developing spiritually is the way to make the world a better place. Forgiveness
Forgiveness is key to strengthening any relationship, whether between people or nations. Learning how to forgive oneself is critical to forging happiness and a successful life. Gossiping and Backbiting
Gossiping and Backbitting are two things we must strive not to do. Whether it be true or lies it can still be harmful. Gratitude is Good for You
Scientific research is showing that gratitude is an effective way to improve mental and physical health. Religion has taught the process for centuries, and the Bahá'í Faith offers guidance and tools for today. How Bahá'í Prayers Helped Me Cope
Personal experience learning to use prayer to survive the tragedy of my grandson's sudden death. How to Change the World 
How to change successfully, get rid of old habits and build new ones -- and incidentally, change the world. How to Feel Happier Now
A list of behaviors and attitudes that have been known to increase happiness. Humanity's Greatest Tragedy
The greatest tragedy facing humanity isn't racism, classism, poverty, or any of the other social ills. It is ignorance of mankind's true nature, which is spirit, not material. Importance of Motherhood
A brief introduction to the importance of mothers in the Bahá'í Faith and teachings Importance of The Arts
It's okay to sit and daydream! Why the arts are important to Bahá'ís. Independent Investigation of Reality
Independent Investigation of Reality is the first principle of the Baha´i Faith.
Joy and Laughter
The importance of laughter and how to use it for better spiritual and physical health. Marriage and Baha’is
Learn about marriage and Baha’is, see that the Baha'i Faith has it's guidelines just as other religions. Music & The Bahá'í Faith
Part 2 of the series on the importance of music for Bahá'ís, with some quotes from the Bahá'í Writings. Musing on the Parable of Job
One woman's meditation on the Parable of Job and how his response to his trials might have meaning for my life. On the Death of a Child
Solace from the Bahá'í Writings on the unexpected death of my youngest grandchild this week. Prayer in the Bahá'í Faith
A brief introduction to Bahá'í prayers and how they are used within the Faith. Reincarnation and the Baha'i Faith
Explanation of the Baha´i view on reincarnation. Religion and Perception of Control
Some time proven remedies for the stresses of daily living. Science and Religion
Baha´is believe that Science and Religion are like wings of a bird or two fingers on one hand. Service to Humanity
A look at service to humanity and God. Spiritual Advantages of Having Pets
How keeping a pet animal can improve health and spiritual development, from one Bahá'í's point of view. The Bahá'i Peace Program
Bahá'is are working to make Bahá'u'lláh's vision of a peaceful world a reality. Here are some of the principles they are using. The Importance of Education to Bahá'ís
Education and self knowledge, both spiritual and material, are important in the Bahá'í Faith because Bahá'u'lláh taught that in this Day, all are capable of and responsible for their own development. The Purpose of Creation 
The Bahá'í Faith teaches that the purpose of life is to know and love God. Since it is impossible to 'know' an unknowable Essence, God made a Creation in which every atom is a sign and all created things contain attributes by which mankind can learn. What Bahá'ís Think Is Happening in the World
Anyone with access to the news media, not to mention their family and neighbors, has got to be worried about the ever increasing mess that the world is in. What's really going on? The Bahá'í Faith offers some answers. What's the Use of Praying?
Science and religion are coming together to answer this question, believe it or not! What/Who is God?
Improving my character and even working to build God's Kingdom on Earth seem like straightforward goals to me, but how does one know God? Baha'i Homepage | Editor's Picks Articles | Top Ten Articles | Baha'i Site Map
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