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key PSWHV6FC
title Altruism and Extensivity in the Bahá'í Religion
author Heller, Wendy M.; Mahmoudi, Hoda
authority
control
Wendy M. Heller; Hoda Mahmoudi
item typeJournal article
publication year1991
date1991-12
publication titleJournal of Bahá'í Studies
abstract noteExamines Bahá'í teachings in relation to research on altruism and prosocial behavior. Interaction between spiritual and social transformation through beliefs and practices that encourage development of altruistic personalities. Teaching on the relationship of individual to society, unity of religion, and unity of humanity are linked with values that recent research suggests foster the development of altruism. Child socialization and parental discipline are examined, as well as Bahá'í administrative principles.
pages45-57
issue4
volume4
languageEnglish
manual tagsBEHAVIOR; ALTRUISM

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