Beliefs / Principles
Here are articles on The Baha´i beliefs and principles, how we live our lives.
Abortion and Birth Control in the Bahá'í Faith 
Family planning is an integral part of Bahá'í married life, the purpose of which is to raise up children who know and worship God, but since the soul begins at conception, abortion is not an allowed form of birth control. Age Old Wisdom via an Internet Dog
A light-hearted dip into the Bahá'í Writings on how to be a better human, triggered by the Internet meme, "Advice from a Good Dog." Are Bahá'ís Pacifists?
Bahá'ís do not volunteer for violence and war, but are not absolute pacifists, either. They are obedient to their governments, but try to find non-combatant service. Bahá'í Teachings on Political Non-involvement
The Bahá'í Faith does not endorse partisan political platforms, and its followers try to shun any activity which would result in division and discord. 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. Bahá'ís and the End of the World
What the Bahá'í Faith has to say about the end of the world. Baha'is and the Paranormal
So, if the Bahá'í Faith teaches that human beings are basically immortal spirit, does that mean Bahá'ís are busy developing and practicing their psychic powers? Bahá'ís and the Separation of Church and State
How the Bahá'í Faith views the role of religion in governance. The choice is neither separation of church and state, nor state religion, but the behavior of those being governed.
Benefitting from Life's Tests
It is a central principal of the Bahá'í Faith that life has a purpose, and problems and tests are meant to serve that purpose. 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. 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. Fate and Predestination in the Bahá'í Faith
What does the Bahá'í Faith say about the perennial questions of Fate and predestination, and how does free will play any part in the Plan they firmly believe exists for creation? 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. 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 Bahá'ís Find Peace and Tranquility
Given the current state of heightened anxiety in the world, is there any way to salvage the peace and tranquility promised by the Bahá'í Faith? How to Ask Divine Assistance
Asking for help when we need it is often difficult for women, and there are similar solutions, whether asking God or people for assistance. 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 shown to increase happiness turn out to be religious. Human Nature Doesn't Match Reality TV
Contrary to popular belief and the entertainment media, social rules don't crumble in disaster. Innate human nature is not driving bad behavior; choice is. 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. Joy and Laughter
The importance of laughter and how to use it for better spiritual and physical health. Kindness - Science Agrees with Religion
Kindness is a virtue common to many religious and philosophical teaching. Now it has scientific support for not only individual health, but also--Bahá'ís say-- for developing a healthy and peaceful world. Life after Death
Religion has throughout history assured mankind that there was more to life than just this physical world. The Bahá'í Faith teaches that there is no death because true human nature is immortal spirit. Military Service and the Baha’i Faith
Bahá'ís are not pacifists, but they will not engage in war, so how do they serve in the military? 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. Religion and Perception of Control
Some time proven remedies for the stresses of daily living. Sex and the Married Bahá'í
For Bahá'ís, marriage is a divine institution, a spiritual and physical union that forms a fortress for wellbeing that will improve each other, raise up healthy children and make the world a better place. Turns out that a spiritual basis makes for great sex, too. Sex and the Single Bahá'í
How the Bahá'í Faith views sexual activity in terms of spirit and character development, as well as providing for healthy marriages. Spirit, Not Drugs for Depression
Understanding true human nature and the purpose of life can be a better long-term treatment for depression than drugs. 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 Meaning of Suffering
A Baha'i Perspective on Suffering 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. The Value of Chastity
The word chastity is commonly used to refer only to sexual matters, but it encompasses much more of life and health. The Value of Ritual
Ritual is a common and useful human construction, as long as rigidity doesn't obscure the original meaning. The Bahá'í Faith has a few simple rituals, but much meaning and guidance for effective daily living. 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 is a Manifestation of God?
An explanation of what Bahá'ís mean when they use the term Manifestation instead of Prophet. What Men Gain from Women's Equality
The Bahá'í Faith teaches that the freedom, happiness, health and wealth--of individuals and society--will actually increase when women are allowed to attain their greatest possibilities. What the Bahá'í Faith Has Done
Answer to a reader's question about what benefits the Bahá'í Faith provides mankind. What The Bahá'í Faith Says about Evolution
The Bahá'í Faith teaches that humanity has been evolving steadily, but was always possessed of 'human' potential irrespective of what the species looked like at any point in its development--thus, people did not evolve from monkeys! 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? Why Are There Religious Wars ?
The Bahá'í Faith maintains that there is only one God, and that core religious teachings are the same. But if that is true, why do people fight over perceived religious differences? Women's Lib and the Bahá'í Faith
A brief comparison between the Women's Liberation movement and Bahá'í Teachings on the equality of women and men and the best ways to achieve parity. Baha'i Homepage | Editor's Picks Articles | Top Ten Articles | Baha'i Site Map
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