Spring, that joy-drenched season when the heart feels that all things are once again imaginable, renews our inner and outer worlds. Everything grows, blooms and begins to bear fruit. Rain… The post... Read more »
Have you ever tried to fix something, and in the process ended up destroying it even more? I think the irritation we feel at that moment can be likened to… The post... Read more »
When you gaze up into the starry sky at night, does its vastness humble you? Two trillion galaxies—a recent scientific guestimate—should humble any one of us. If, then, the physical… The post... Read more »
We all know that contemporary Western culture has largely rejected religion, despite the fact that when not perverted or hollow, religion builds societies and sustains individuals. Of course, religious belief… The post... Read more »
To me, one of the most profound statements from the prophet and founder of the Baha’i Faith, Baha’u’llah, is: “Noble I made thee, wherewith dost thou abase thyself?” Enshrined in… The post... Read more »
If you live in the developed world like I do you enjoy certain advantages that a lot of people in other places do not: electricity, running water, plentiful food and clothing—and particularly... Read more »
If you haven’t already gotten to know Baha’u’llah’s short book “The Hidden Words,” then you might want to get a copy. And if you’re already familiar with it but haven’t given it... Read more »
In his travels through Europe and North America just over a century ago, Abdu’l-Baha spoke continuously of the future society that the practice of Baha’u’llah’s teachings would make possible. He said that... Read more »
I was intrigued by a profound statement from Abdu’l-Baha: The reality of man is his thought, not his material body. The thought force and the animal force are partners. Although… The post... Read more »
The Baha’i teachings say that until the era when we achieve gender equality and universal education, we cannot even imagine the full spiritual powers an intergenerational family will reveal. In… The post... Read more »
These days, more and more people are identifying with the term “feminist” to show their support for women. While there is an increased popularity in being a feminist and proclaiming the equality... Read more »
We spend nearly one-third of our lives sleeping and we can’t function physically without it. But I’ve often wondered if there is also a spiritual reason we need to sleep — and... Read more »
During my half-century as a university professor and publishing scholar, I devoted a good deal of time to an obvious but puzzling question: If we presume an omnipotent Creator exists, why did... Read more »
The Baha’i writings emphatically state that mental health struggles are separate from the life of the soul: “The soul of man is exalted above and is independent of all infirmities of the... Read more »
Every year, around the vernal equinox, the world seems to come alive. Depending on where you live in the Northern Hemisphere, trees and bushes that were once icy and barren begin to... Read more »
The second Baha’i century began and World War II neared its end in 1944 — and the first second-century Baha’is were born. That generation made a major impact on the fortunes of... Read more »
It can be hard to know what spiritual qualities you should look for in a romantic partner when our media and entertainment industry bombards us with so many images of toxic, abusive,... Read more »
In “The Brave Ones,” Michael Orona’s compelling narrative transcends beyond physical courage and delves into spiritual courage and resilience, highlighting the power of remaining steadfast in the face of oppression. As Baha’u’llah,... Read more »
We all have physical ancestors—but do you think we have spiritual ancestors? Meet Pocahontas Pope, the first African American Baha’i of Washington, D.C., and a woman I think of as my spiritual... Read more »
If we want to make a difference in this world, we need to, as the saying goes, “find a need and fill it.” And that’s what Dr. Maulana Ron Karenga did at... Read more »
For the vast majority of living beings, few elements are as universally needed as water. Whether it’s reviving dry earth with rain, sheltering animals in the sea, cascading down in a cleansing... Read more »
Mindful Spiritual Coaching Market The worldwide “Mindful Spiritual Coaching Market” 2023 Research Report presents a professional and complete analysis of the Global Mindful Spiritual Coaching Market in the current situation. This report... Read more »
The Spiritual Impacts of Wearable Technology: Mindfulness and Well-being in the Digital Age Sponsored Content We are currently living in a technological era where devices have become indispensable. These gadgets are omnipresent,... Read more »
As I write this article, I see nothing but clouds blanketing the horizon. I see neither a blue sky nor a radiant sun, just a sheet of whiteness obscuring them all. RELATED:... Read more »
In today’s fast-paced and chaotic world, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of everyday life. We often find ourselves constantly multitasking, juggling multiple responsibilities, and rarely taking... Read more »
The race to be the next US president is intensifying. Will Joe Biden be back for another four years? Are we headed for a Donald Trump White House 2.0… or will there... Read more »
Are you starting a spiritual business and searching for the perfect name? It’s crucial to pick a name that encapsulates the heart and soul of your business. A good business name should... Read more »
I believe exploring “Life’s Big Questions” is an exciting and important part of our fragile and exhilarating human journey. I have seen this again and again — in my study of various... Read more »
Do you feel the emotions of the characters you watch on television? Can time with high-strung people leave you feeling agitated and overwhelmed? Do you absorb the feelings of those around you... Read more »