Baha'i Basics: History, Practices and Beliefs

by Frances Worthington

A collection of writings from an extensive number of sources and presents them in an accessible, user-friendly format for those interested in learning about the Bahai Faith. The question-and-answer format highlights the clarity in which many of the topics associated with the Faith are discussed, and can be used by those seeking a basic and informational introduction to what is one of the fastest growing religions in the world. In most cases the answers are presented using direct quotations from the central figures of the Faith, including the Bab, Bahaullah, Abdul-Baha, and Shoghi Effendi. Readers will find themselves well-informed after reading this concise, well-organized introduction to the Faith, which provides clear, straightforward answers to the basic questions that arise when investigating a new religion.

Genres: Religion, Spirituality

190 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 2006

Reviews

[Trevor Wolfe · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a wonderful book by a Baha’i author. You will learn what the average member of the Baha’i Faith believes. It is a very easy read and very easy to comprehend. This is the first book that I will actually recommend Christians to read first that is by a Baha’i author because it represents the current Baha’i Faith accurately. As someone that is in the ministry to the Baha’is; this book should be first to read by a Baha’i member.

[Angie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good book for learning the absolute basic information about the Bahai Faith. If you're still curious, a much more in depth book to read after this would be Baha'u'llah and the New Era by John Esslemont.

[Caolous · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very easy to pick up and read when you have some time. Many quotes, some which could have done with some more explanations, but nevertheless a good introduction to the Baha'i Faith.

[V Massaglia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Although I've been a Baha'i for quite some time, I found this book a gift to help with gaining clearer understanding and language to better explain very concepts.

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[Patricia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very well written and easy to understand - with excellent references. A wonderful primer for new Baha’is or anyone interested in investigating the Baha’i faith.