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Peter Smith is the Social Sciences Co- ordinator at Mahido University International College in Thailand, where he teaches world history, sociology and anthropology. He is the author of several books in the field of Baha'i Studies, including 'The Babi and Bahai'I Religions' (Cambridge University press) and 'The Baha'I Faith: A Short History (Oneworld).
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Series: Concise Encyclopedia of World Faiths
Paperback: 416 pages
Publisher: Oneworld Publications (December 2, 1999)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1851681841
ISBN-13: 978-1851681846
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4.7 x 1 x 8.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review:
3.7 out of 5 stars
11 customer reviews
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Background on the Bahá'à Faith; "The Bahá'à Faith is the youngest of the world's independent religions. Its founder, Bahá'u'lláh (1817-1892), is regarded by Bahá'Ãs as the most recent in the line of Messengers of God that stretches back beyond recorded time and that includes Abraham, Moses, Buddha, Krishna, Zoroaster, Christ and Muhammad.The central theme of Bahá'u'lláh's message is that humanity is one single race and that the day has come for its unification in one global society. God, Bahá'u'lláh said, has set in motion historical forces that are breaking down traditional barriers of race, class, creed, and nation and that will, in time, give birth to a universal civilization. The principal challenge facing the peoples of the earth is to accept the fact of their oneness and to assist the processes of unification.One of the purposes of the Bahá'à Faith is to help make this possible. A worldwide community of some five million Bahá'Ãs, representative of most of the nations, races and cultures on earth, is working to give Bahá'u'lláh's teachings practical effect. Their experience will be a source of encouragement to all who share their vision of humanity as one global family and the earth as one homeland."The book, 'A Concise Encyclopedia of the Bahá'à Faith', back cover reads, "Written by a well known author in the field of Bahá'à studies, this is a comprehensive and accessible encyclopedia to the youngest of the worlds religions. Regarded as the second most widespread faith after Christianity, with adherents in almost every country around the globe, the Bahá'à Faith is nevertheless unfamiliar to many. Here Dr. Smith traces the origins and development of the religion from nineteenth-century Iran to the modern day, introducing its central figures and major historical events. Combining breadth with a readable yet concise style, he provides a balanced overview of Bahá'à scriptures, doctrines and social teachings and organization. Presenting a clear and knowledgeable view of a fascinating new religion, this is a unique and invaluable reference work."This is one of the first books I personally recommend those looking into the Bahá'à Faith should obtain. The information is as the title states, concise and to the point yet detailed enough that your satisfied with the descriptions. You can quickly learn the main teachings of the Bahá'à Faith, then dig into the concept of the Administration and then the who's who of the historical figures of the Bahá'à Faith.The contents can be divided into three mains areas of study, 1. Administrative information, 2. Historical figures, and then, Teachings or Guidance.The Thematic Index in the back helps you quickly go directly to areas of your personal interest. It is sectioned off in these headings, The Principal Figures and Periods of Babi-Bahá'à History, Aspects of Bahá'à belief and practice and People and places.Much can be learned in a short time if you are interested in becoming a Bahá'Ã.Some tables included within the book are, Administrative expansion of the Bahá'à Faith 1928-95, Estimated Bahá'à populations, Local Spiritual Assemblies and localities in which Bahá'à reside: 1949, 1964 and 1992.I hope you find this book as useful as I do. The next book I suggest you may find invaluable is, God Speaks Again: An Introduction to the Baha'i Faith by Kenneth E. Bowers (Mar 1, 2004)
This has almost everything you would want to know about the Baha'i faith. It's also fascinating to read--even though it's an encyclopedia, every time I go to look something up, one thing leads to another and I get sucked into it and end up reading much more.
Over the past year, for a project I've read a wide variety of encyclopedias on religious movements, religious issues, and religions in general. Out of more than 20, Smith's encyclopedia is certainly the best. Unlike some volumes of the "Concise Encyclopedia of X" series, Smith has reasonably detailed entries, ranging from a paragraph to several pages. The articles themselves are very clear and well-written, with suggestions for further reading. The articles cover an enormous range of personalities, doctrine, and history of Baha'i. Fascinating.
AN EXTRA STAR WILL BE BETTER.
I have been attending several Bahai classes and also reading several Bahai books but I find that this book makes it a lot more easier to understand. Some of the other books uses "old & flowery" English :-) which usually takes me longer to understand.. but not this book. I am also one of those people that process information in point forms so this book definitely works for me.. Highly recommended reading for someone who is a seeker like me :-)
This Encyclopedia covers a HUGE variety of topics. History of the faith, central characters, daily life practices, stances on topics from abortion to burial practices.
This is a must buy book for all Bahai's. When I first bought it I couldn't put it down. The missing link in any library. The information is accurate and concise. It would take you years to compile this information. Don't wait, get one as soon as possible. You will be overjoyed at the vast information included in this book. Should have had this book 30 yrs. ago.
I have been impressed by the clarity and eloquence of the short essays under such difficult to describe topics as "the soul." The references to primary works where the reader can find more information are accurate and easy to use, although the Encyclopedia itself does an admirable job of answering most of the questions I've had. It is richly illustrated, with an easy to read type.
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