Baha'i Faith: The Basics (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781138346178)

Bahá'í Faith: The Basics provides a thorough and accessible introduction to a fascinating, independent world religion. Examining its historical development, current "community-building" efforts and the social contributions of the Bahá'í Faith in the world today, this introduction covers:

- Beliefs: Bahá'í spiritual teachings.

- Principles: Bahá'í social teachings.

- History: Bahá'u'lláh and his covenant.

- Scripture: Bahá'í sacred texts and inspired guidance.

- Institutions: The Bahá'í Administrative Order.

- Building community: What Bahá'ís do.

- Social action: Bahá'í social and economic development projects.

- Public discourse: The Bahá'í International Community.

- Vision: Foundations for a future golden age.

With features including a glossary of terms, and references to the Bahá'í writings throughout, this is the ideal text for students and interested readers wanting to familiarize themselves with the Bahá'í Faith.