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by Baha'i Warrior
Sun Nov 19, 2006 11:11 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: OVERCOMING THE CHAOS OF INTELLECTUAL DIVERSITY
Replies: 27
Views: 56922

Re: Covenant and fundamentalism (Universal House of Justice)

... not only are Bahá'ís urged to uphold the principle of unfettered search after truth, but they have also been encouraged from the time of the Faith's inception to pursue knowledge in all its forms and to excel in such attainments. ... Yes, we persue knowledge from all sources. We disgard the one...
by Baha'i Warrior
Sun Nov 19, 2006 10:26 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Another movies thread b
Replies: 2
Views: 7835

Hello Brett, Perhaps you are too kind, and lenient. His stated occupation does not inspire confidence in his character or comfort with his sense of "humor." :( You are right. On his profile, his stated occupation is "Running over hippy scum." Apart from it not being the sort of thing I'd expect a c...
by Baha'i Warrior
Fri Nov 17, 2006 9:03 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Overcoming the chaos of religious diversity
Replies: 3
Views: 10140

Excellent, excellent post yet again... Let's see. Obviously there is a lot of financial gain for mother's letting their sons detonate themselves. Their families get a lot in return. I don't agree with some of the stuff, especially the theory of the pent-up libido which is relieved through suicide. A...
by Baha'i Warrior
Fri Nov 17, 2006 8:23 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: OVERCOMING THE CHAOS OF INTELLECTUAL DIVERSITY
Replies: 27
Views: 56922

Re: green meme / Jean Gebser's book "The Ever-Present O

Baha'i culture, at present, is highly influenced by the "feel good" narcicissm of postmodernity. Postmodernists will engage in "inquisitorial" behavior (thought policing) against any form of expression that is considered "potentially offensive" to some "victimized" social group. In general, violati...
by Baha'i Warrior
Thu Nov 16, 2006 2:07 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: THINKERS ANONYMOUS
Replies: 12
Views: 26259

I'm lost...is this your own personal story? You mention "the wife and the husband." Anyhow, it is saddening to think that there are people who don't think at all about the meaning of life... However, as the story poignantly illustrates, if there is an excess of time devoted to thinking about these t...
by Baha'i Warrior
Thu Nov 16, 2006 1:48 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: It is not his to boast who loveth his country , but
Replies: 3
Views: 11640

Richard: I don't really get your question. If it's about disciple, Baha'is do believe in discipline. When you discipline (i.e. different from vengeance) someone, you do it because you love him. You do it because you know that if you do not correct his maladaptive behavior, he will go on acting in dy...
by Baha'i Warrior
Mon Nov 13, 2006 11:16 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: OVERCOMING THE CHAOS OF INTELLECTUAL DIVERSITY
Replies: 27
Views: 56922

Brett,

Just to let you know, I went ahead and deleted my last reply (and noted it) in the "Symbolic = Confusion????" thread since I'm pretty sure you were referring to that one. Thanks again for letting me know.

—BW
by Baha'i Warrior
Mon Nov 13, 2006 11:10 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: OVERCOMING THE CHAOS OF INTELLECTUAL DIVERSITY
Replies: 27
Views: 56922

Although it is not comparable to this, I might also add that in the other thread, BW, please do tone it down a bit with Abbas. It's fine (and appreciated) to offer points and counterpoints, but we don't need to force anything. It can be just as productive, and moreso without doing so. I agree Brett...
by Baha'i Warrior
Mon Nov 13, 2006 10:59 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Thoughts for teachers and believers
Replies: 2
Views: 9602

Dear Richard: You said: You concluded with: "Thanks again for the post, and I hope it leads to a fruitful discussion." Thank you, BW, I hope so too, but i think many of us have gone through the religious problem of excesses in egotistical intellectualism and theological dogma before we become intere...
by Baha'i Warrior
Sun Nov 12, 2006 12:38 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Thoughts for teachers and believers
Replies: 2
Views: 9602

Nice post. A lot of Baha'i principles can be found that discourse. For example, the quote "Behold, I stand at the door and knock, and if any man will open, I will come in" reminded me of a Hidden Word by Baha'u'llah comparing the heart (house, door, etc.) to a place where He takes refuge if one open...
by Baha'i Warrior
Sun Nov 12, 2006 2:37 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Symbolic = Confusion????
Replies: 44
Views: 77011

Reply deleted.

—BW
by Baha'i Warrior
Sat Nov 11, 2006 3:54 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Symbolic = Confusion????
Replies: 44
Views: 77011

Abbas, Brett and Pilgrimbrent both make good points, and you should try to see that what they are saying is logical. Again, Abbas, let's go back to the quote by Baha'u'llah: Abú-`Abdi'lláh, questioned concerning the character of the Mihdí, answered saying: "He will perform that which Muhammad, the M...
by Baha'i Warrior
Fri Nov 10, 2006 11:22 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Anti-Bahai Websites
Replies: 13
Views: 25903

"Sipihr, the Qajar Court chronicler mustering the full force of his sobriety, reports that Qurratul Ayn Tahera not only believed in the unveiling of women, but endorsed the marriage of one wife to nine husbands. For her public addresses, he says: "She would decorate her assembly room like a bridal ...
by Baha'i Warrior
Fri Nov 10, 2006 8:14 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Anti-Bahai Websites
Replies: 13
Views: 25903

"If any man were to arise to defend, in his writings, the Cause of God against its assailants, such a man, however inconsiderable his share, shall be so honored in the world to come that the Concourse on high would envy his glory. No pen can depict the loftiness of his station, neither can any tong...
by Baha'i Warrior
Fri Nov 10, 2006 5:53 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Pretending to be Intrested in Bahai faith???
Replies: 5
Views: 15222

Even in Iran as I have heard, Muslims would be paid to attend, for example, Baha'i firesides, and in the middle of the event they'd start shouting (protesting) things like "Why does Baha'u'llah say to be like a fire to your enemies," things like that. And they'd have a few verses memorized and keep ...
by Baha'i Warrior
Fri Nov 10, 2006 5:47 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Anti-Bahai Websites
Replies: 13
Views: 25903

The only consideration that these rebellious souls should be given is if they are to be refuted. Maybe we should build some site that provides an answer to anti-, ex-Baha websites? Baha'u'llah says that one who raises his pen in defence of the Faith will be blessed with manifold confirmations.
by Baha'i Warrior
Fri Nov 10, 2006 2:17 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Symbolic = Confusion????
Replies: 44
Views: 77011

All right then, the exam is over, let's get started. :) Again, your assertion that, "To me, the difference between symbolism and literal verses are showed clearly in Quran," is obviously wrong. It obviously isnt since you havent proved anything to indicate that it is a mistake. Technically, it isn't...
by Baha'i Warrior
Fri Nov 10, 2006 1:25 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Symbolic = Confusion????
Replies: 44
Views: 77011

My apologies Abbas, I am a new mod and am still getting used to the extra buttons. I hit "edit" instead of "quote" button which I'm used to using. In fact I just made the same mistake right now w/Brett's post, but managed to restore it. My apologies again.
by Baha'i Warrior
Thu Nov 09, 2006 5:51 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Anti-Bahai Websites
Replies: 13
Views: 25903

Just ignore those anti-Baha'i websites. When you see a scorpion on the beach, you don't go and pet him, right?
by Baha'i Warrior
Thu Nov 09, 2006 5:45 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Symbolic = Confusion????
Replies: 44
Views: 77011

Abbas, Again, your assertion that, "To me, the difference between symbolism and literal verses are showed clearly in Quran," is obviously wrong. If that were the case, then there would be no need for scholarship. Perhaps you have another explanation as to why there are Muslim scholars, and why there...
by Baha'i Warrior
Wed Nov 08, 2006 5:53 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Symbolic = Confusion????
Replies: 44
Views: 77011

Thanks for adding that, Brett. Personally I'm partial to Rodwell myself, though I recognize his cynicism toward the Prophet. (For example, Rodwell speculates that the Prophet in the later suras spoke less of the Houri because at that time His older wife died and He received many young wives—I can tr...
by Baha'i Warrior
Wed Nov 08, 2006 11:36 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Sun and Moon
Replies: 4
Views: 11215

Sure thing.
by Baha'i Warrior
Wed Nov 08, 2006 11:33 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Symbolic = Confusion????
Replies: 44
Views: 77011

No thats not true. As shown above, it does not say we cannot differentiate between what is symbolic and what is literal, so therefore Muslims can say which verses are figurative/literal. Apparently not, at least those who think the Resurrection is literal, for example. See my previous post where I ...
by Baha'i Warrior
Wed Nov 08, 2006 11:23 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Symbolic = Confusion????
Replies: 44
Views: 77011

Well since Muslims believe Islam as being the way of life, they dont see a need for another revelation. Religion is the law of life and doesnt need to change to suit society. Society requires change to suit Allah's laws. I guess it depends how you look at it. The only reason for religion is to bett...
by Baha'i Warrior
Tue Nov 07, 2006 1:12 pm
Forum: Commercial
Topic: Divine thinkings (a site created by the sikh community)
Replies: 1
Views: 22534

Sikhsm: I still believe that your discussion of "The Baha'i Faith and Homosexuality" is rather biased and skewed to make Baha'is seem "intolerant." The homosexuals and their allies hide behind pseudo-science and exaggerated pathos much like the the eugenicists of the 20s did, who...
by Baha'i Warrior
Tue Nov 07, 2006 11:11 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Symbolic = Confusion????
Replies: 44
Views: 77011

Right BW, though I love the best spiritual truths I see in all religions, I must believe they all focus on the same, one and only God of all, even though He is given many names. This same belief is held by Baha'is, as you know. Further, I am unable to believe He is affiliated with any church or rel...
by Baha'i Warrior
Tue Nov 07, 2006 12:08 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: was Baha'u'llah green?
Replies: 5
Views: 16781

I agree with Hasan.
by Baha'i Warrior
Mon Nov 06, 2006 12:17 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Sun and Moon
Replies: 4
Views: 11215

No, not specifically—not to the best of my knowledge anyway. Here is an explanation by someone who is now either a covenant breaker or disenrolled (and attacks the Faith), but this was written before he became embittered with the Faith, I believe, so it's okay: "Any verse of scripture, then, carries...
by Baha'i Warrior
Mon Nov 06, 2006 11:56 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Symbolic = Confusion????
Replies: 44
Views: 77011

Well Abbas, Brett seems to have responded to your comments quite well, and I don't think I could have provided a reply nearly as dexterously as he did. In addition, I suggest two things. Again, as Brett said, read the Iqan , but don't read it like it's your organic chemistry textbook that you want t...
by Baha'i Warrior
Mon Nov 06, 2006 12:33 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Symbolic = Confusion????
Replies: 44
Views: 77011

Let me put it this way. Does the Bible talk about a physical heaven and hell? Now ask yourself, can some of what the Bible says be taken symbolically? (I assume your answer here is also yes since you said so of the Koran.) Yes ofcourse some of what the Bible says should be taken symbolically. The s...
by Baha'i Warrior
Sun Nov 05, 2006 3:33 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Vegetarian,uncut hairs....... according to bahai faith??
Replies: 13
Views: 28086

No, I never got into chat, sorry. But you can PM me :). I'd be happy to talk with you more.

Warrior

sikhsm wrote:ok man i was busy some where now i am back i have taken that link and i will add it to ma site shortly.....thanks for your support
do u have yahoo id???????????
by Baha'i Warrior
Sun Nov 05, 2006 3:31 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Wat is diffrence between bahai and muslims?????
Replies: 19
Views: 42805

Sikhsm, For more info, check out http://www.bahaindia.org/ . (Also babai.org). You can easily find Baha'is in your area, and given that the greatest number of Baha'is live in India, it shouldn't be hard locating them. They would be more than happy to have you there. You can exchange ideas, etc., and...
by Baha'i Warrior
Sun Nov 05, 2006 3:27 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Symbolic = Confusion????
Replies: 44
Views: 77011

Because a physical heaven and hell in the next life wouldn't make any sense. The only material life we will live in is this one. If you assume that there is a hell, then there are many problems that come up. Isn't your flesh going to blacken to a point, and then be burnt to a crisp when you're burn...
by Baha'i Warrior
Sun Nov 05, 2006 2:17 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: my confusion
Replies: 85
Views: 129717

abbas tell me one thing who is more important GOD...or UHJ?....I just answered your question... Surely no man or institution is more important than God. But the UHJ has been divinely appointed, and in my opinion, whatever the UHJ declares is the same as God declaring it, since their decisions are i...
by Baha'i Warrior
Sun Nov 05, 2006 2:08 pm
Forum: Non-Baha'i issues
Topic: Guru nanak's birthday
Replies: 2
Views: 22932

Thank you for informing us, Sikhsm. Sikhism did a very noble thing in trying to create unity between two religions. This is the essence of the Baha'i Faith, unity.

How do you celebrate his birthday? Do you have a potluck, read your sacred writings, etc.?

Happy GurPurab.
by Baha'i Warrior
Fri Nov 03, 2006 11:47 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Symbolic = Confusion????
Replies: 44
Views: 77011

Re: Symbolic = Confusion????

and also i really want to know why the word symbolic happens to be answer to everything..... No, there are prophesies that are fulfilled literally (like those referring to the 12th imams age, height, etc.) Most of the things that i read in the quran since i have started reserach in this forum, we e...
by Baha'i Warrior
Fri Nov 03, 2006 11:37 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Symbolic = Confusion????
Replies: 44
Views: 77011

Asal: I don't know what made you think that (my last post in "my confusion"?) But 'Abdu'l-Baha tells us to learn the proofs and go use them to teach the Cause. Dialogue between members of other Faiths, including discourse using the proofs, is actually encouraged—as long as it doesn't turn into some ...
by Baha'i Warrior
Fri Nov 03, 2006 11:59 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: who are the members??
Replies: 1
Views: 7099

For info on the UHJ: http://www.bahai.org/article-1-3-0-6.html Also this wikipedia page provides a good overview: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_House_of_Justice "The Universal House of Justice is the supreme governing institution of the Bahá'í Faith. Its nine members are elected every five ...
by Baha'i Warrior
Fri Nov 03, 2006 11:53 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: WHEN FREEWILL LOSES ITS THRILL
Replies: 2
Views: 9404

It is certainly tempting to misuse this free will to satisfy the perverted lusts of men, be it for power, correctness, or whatever. This free will needs some direction, and religion should be the director. But not the religion of men—man's idle fancies—but the religion of God, which is far exalted a...
by Baha'i Warrior
Fri Nov 03, 2006 11:45 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: my confusion
Replies: 85
Views: 129717

Abbas: I can see this is going no where, and I think Richard saw this long before. I hope you at least admit that the majority of people of particular religions were wrong in their (mis)interpretations of the Texts, as the Koran says, and thus the Manifestation of God passes them by without them kno...
by Baha'i Warrior
Fri Nov 03, 2006 11:35 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: my confusion
Replies: 85
Views: 129717

Hi Nilofer: You said: my mother asked some mullah at my place and wat they said is that bahais are misguided. He wouldn't have been a mullah had he said otherwise. according to wat he said, after prophet muhammed and before the day of the judgement there will be no more prophets or messengers who wi...
by Baha'i Warrior
Thu Nov 02, 2006 11:54 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: my confusion
Replies: 85
Views: 129717

Masjid=place of worship. Though this word just means place of worship, it was adopted by Muslims to mean their place of worship. Yes, it was adopted by Muslims to mean their place of worship, a place of prayer. Doesnt necessarily mean a Mosque. If i say i want to go to the Jamai (cant spell it corr...
by Baha'i Warrior
Thu Nov 02, 2006 2:03 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: my confusion
Replies: 85
Views: 129717

"O children of Adam! wear your goodly apparel when ye repair to any mosque, and eat ye and drink; but exceed not, for He loveth not those who exceed." Who are mosques intended for? Muslims. So if Muhammad is talking to Muslims in a "O children of Adam" verse, telling them (Muslims) to worship, then...
by Baha'i Warrior
Thu Nov 02, 2006 2:55 am
Forum: News
Topic: "Marijuana May Prevent Alzheimer's Disease"
Replies: 19
Views: 74427

Well, I wanted to thank you for the post Richard.

...And wanted to reply 'cause now I've hit 500 posts. And only 500 more to go... 8)
by Baha'i Warrior
Thu Nov 02, 2006 2:14 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: False Prophets
Replies: 8
Views: 17888

Here's a whole bunch more of 'false prophets' <<(my designation)>> listed by Shoghi Effendi in 'The World Order of Baha'u'llah' p.187: "The recrudescence of religious intolerance, of racial animosity, and of patriotic arrogance; the increasing evidences of selfishness, of suspicion, of fear and of ...
by Baha'i Warrior
Thu Nov 02, 2006 1:58 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: my confusion
Replies: 85
Views: 129717

For Surah 7, i didnt realise that it was the same Surah where Allah creates Adam and Ibliss doesnt bow down to him. Until i read it, i realised what the Surah was about. Again, personally im reading it as a story and Allah saying to Adam's people that there will be messengers amongst you. And again...
by Baha'i Warrior
Wed Nov 01, 2006 11:40 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Men
Replies: 7
Views: 13499

Re: obscure

"You must excuse me for keeping you waiting, Dr Grant. I am very, very sorry to have kept you waiting, very sorry. But I was captured by three hundred women this afternoon. Is it not a dreadful thing to be captured by so many women? (At this I felt wickedly amused.) "The women in America dominate t...
by Baha'i Warrior
Wed Nov 01, 2006 11:51 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Jinn
Replies: 12
Views: 27298

'Abdu'l-Baha suggests that while the jinn might signify be people who are created with the fire of the love of God, etc. it can also refer to people who reject God's Manifestation (hence Adam) because of their haughtiness and arrogance. Interesting. So what do you think, Abbas? Sound like is reason...
by Baha'i Warrior
Wed Nov 01, 2006 11:39 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Helo from Singapore girl! :)
Replies: 0
Views: 7268

Are you a Baha'i?
by Baha'i Warrior
Wed Nov 01, 2006 11:37 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: False Prophets
Replies: 8
Views: 17888

Unless you find an elixir of life, you won't have to worry about false prophets. :)
by Baha'i Warrior
Wed Nov 01, 2006 11:33 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: my confusion
Replies: 85
Views: 129717

Richard, Agreed. Proofs, while useful, will do no good (even if the seeker is convinced of the proofs) unless the seeker can open the soul to Baha'u'llah's words, and allow his soul to do the work (respond to the spiritual energy contained within these Words). (I am not talking about anyone here spe...
by Baha'i Warrior
Wed Nov 01, 2006 11:28 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: my confusion
Replies: 85
Views: 129717

Plus the Quran doesnt actually clearly state there is a coming manifestation. Its all to do with a persons interpretation and understanding. If it was clear, then i would have signed my membership card by now. ;) Yes it does. As I have shown you in 7:34–35; you haven't provided a counterargument. W...
by Baha'i Warrior
Wed Nov 01, 2006 11:14 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Men
Replies: 7
Views: 13499

I don't know what you mean about boys dressing less masculine, unless you mean cross-dressing; the Bible speaks against this, but I don't know of anything in the Baha'i Writings about it (besides perhaps the injunction to be normal and moderate, but this can obviously be bent quite a bit without an...
by Baha'i Warrior
Tue Oct 31, 2006 12:51 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Men
Replies: 7
Views: 13499

Men

This topic concerns this quote: The world in the past has been ruled by force, and man has dominated over woman by reason of his more forceful and aggressive qualities both of body and mind. But the balance is already shifting; force is losing its dominance, and mental alertness, intuition, and the ...
by Baha'i Warrior
Tue Oct 31, 2006 11:48 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Revelation
Replies: 16
Views: 25315

Nevermind, disregard my last post.

Anyway, then Shi'a it is! Nice to have a Shi'a brother on the forum.

—War
by Baha'i Warrior
Tue Oct 31, 2006 11:41 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: my confusion
Replies: 85
Views: 129717

one lady is coming home to teach me the verses in the quran n its meaning.. whenever there comes any verse about the revelations being given to the messengers she says it is to prophet muhammed n not any other. she says that the quran soesnt speak of a coming of another prophet after prophet muhamm...
by Baha'i Warrior
Tue Oct 31, 2006 12:05 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Revelation
Replies: 16
Views: 25315

I was just saying that I was under the impression that Sunnis used the word "mahdi" and Shi'ahs used Qa'im. I've seen lplenty of Shi'as use the word Mahdi. Mahdi in Shiite = twelfth imam (Qa'im). Sunnis don't use the "Qa'im," right? Well, maybe some Shi'as prefer the one term over the other. Not th...
by Baha'i Warrior
Mon Oct 30, 2006 12:05 pm
Forum: News
Topic: "Marijuana May Prevent Alzheimer's Disease"
Replies: 19
Views: 74427

Thanks again Brett for your input. You truly yourself are a Baha'i warrior, and you are very skilled in the use of spiritual weaponry (the Baha'i Writings). There is no stronger fortress than a fixed knowledge of the Baha'i texts, and of knowledge in general. This forum, in my opinion, would indeed ...
by Baha'i Warrior
Mon Oct 30, 2006 11:56 am
Forum: Non-Baha'i issues
Topic: Please introduce yourself???
Replies: 26
Views: 93218

The reason i came to this website is to determine whether the Imam Mahdi (a.s) and Prophet Isa (a.s) have truly returned as prophecised in Islam. Also, to understand the Bahai faith and teach my gf the true beliefs. They have returned, trust me. :) <--See, doesn't this emoticon give you the sense t...
by Baha'i Warrior
Mon Oct 30, 2006 11:37 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Responding to those who take advantage of others...
Replies: 3
Views: 9757

Yes, it is very easy to feel friendly toward the friendly, particularly when they really believe in friendliness. You are not a Baha'i?! Wow, now that is a rude awakening for me :shock:. The whole time I was thinking, if there's any Baha'i on this forum, it's got to be you. As for joining anything,...
by Baha'i Warrior
Sun Oct 29, 2006 12:55 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Revelation
Replies: 16
Views: 25315

I was just saying that I was under the impression that Sunnis used the word "mahdi" and Shi'ahs used Qa'im.
by Baha'i Warrior
Sun Oct 29, 2006 3:34 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Revelation
Replies: 16
Views: 25315

I guess it's because you used the word mahdi.

Yes, you are correct in believing that you still deserve a happy birthday as you are still freshly 18, so: happy birthday!

So, Australia is it? Heard the recent news of the Muslim cleric there? lol.

—Warrior
by Baha'i Warrior
Sun Oct 29, 2006 2:09 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Revelation
Replies: 16
Views: 25315

Ok cool. Just wanted to confirm that manifestation didnt actually mean he was a material form of God as others may have interpreted it. Thanks Abbas No, that would contradict the Koran, and our holy writings too! :) By the way, am I correct to assume that you are Sunni? What country do you live in/...
by Baha'i Warrior
Sun Oct 29, 2006 2:04 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Need Help Before Convert
Replies: 15
Views: 29209

Studies also show that the longer people have lived with others, the less likely a future marriage for either of them will be able to succeed. Thanks for bringing this important point up, Brett. I have also read this, that cohabitation statistically leads to less satisfactory marriages. I have a fa...
by Baha'i Warrior
Sun Oct 29, 2006 12:14 am
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Revelation
Replies: 16
Views: 25315

So would it be correct to say that God communicated directly to Bahaullah who revealed His revelations? Yes. He receives the revelation from God, and whatever spiritual knowledge or learning from the books of men that He may wish to possess, this knowledge is instantly given (revealed) to Him. Here...
by Baha'i Warrior
Sat Oct 28, 2006 9:28 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Revelation
Replies: 16
Views: 25315

As the Koran says, we can't see God. So through His Manifestation He communicates with us. In other words, what Manifestations reveal are in essence what God reveals. What Baha'u'llah revealed wasn't through angels, it was through God. No intermediaries. But still, like Muhammad, Baha'u'llah receive...
by Baha'i Warrior
Sat Oct 28, 2006 9:20 pm
Forum: News
Topic: "Marijuana May Prevent Alzheimer's Disease"
Replies: 19
Views: 74427

most doctors agree that when you do it, it relaxes you, and therefore allows you to concentrate more. :) lol. I don't know where you get your statistics from... http://www.rxmarihuana.com/pembroke.htm also, http://www.rxmarijuana.com "Shared stories" don't weight that much, sorry. Same with Los Ang...
by Baha'i Warrior
Sat Oct 28, 2006 3:10 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Jinn
Replies: 12
Views: 27298

Notice how in the Koran it's usually "djinn and men." Men who are evil are djinn, or possessed by djinn. I'm not talking about the Muslim belief, as we don't believe in any Satan or evil spirits. "Djinn" symbolically is the evil in men—man's surrender to his base instincts.
by Baha'i Warrior
Sat Oct 28, 2006 2:52 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Revelation
Replies: 16
Views: 25315

Baha'u'llah is the Manifestation of God. Through Him, the words of God are revealed.
by Baha'i Warrior
Sat Oct 28, 2006 2:51 pm
Forum: Discussion
Topic: Need Help Before Convert
Replies: 15
Views: 29209

Kjf512,

Again, there is no explicit prohibition against it, as evidenced by the majority of Christians who openly drink.

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