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Tag "Prayer"

tag name: Prayer type: Practices; Religion, general
web link: Prayer
related tags: * Religion (general); Devotion; Meditation; Spirituality; Worship
referring tags: * Prayer texts; - Mashriqu'l-Adhkár (House of Worship); Dawn prayer; Devotional gatherings; Intercession; Marriage Prayer; Obligatory prayer; Prayer, Five Steps of; Prayers for pilgrimage; Prayers for the dead; Pronouns; Remembrance; Say (phrase); Tablets of Visitation
bahaidata.org: Q4656   ·   Links to Bahá'í wikis (bahai9, bahaipedia, etc.)
references: bahai9.com/wiki/Prayer; en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prayer_in_the_Baháʼí_Faith

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  1. Additional Prayers Revealed by 'Abdu'l-Bahá, by Abdu'l-Bahá, Bahá'í World Centre, trans. (2018/2024). — 26 selections, last updated August 2024.
  2. Additional Prayers Revealed by Bahá'u'lláh, by Bahá'u'lláh, Bahá'í World Centre, trans. (2018/2024). — 22 selections, last updated 2024.
  3. Additional Tablets and Extracts from Tablets Revealed by Bahá'u'lláh, by Bahá'u'lláh, Bahá'í World Centre, trans. (2018/2024). — 85 selections, last updated August 2024.
  4. Additional Tablets, Extracts and Talks, by Abdu'l-Bahá, Bahá'í World Centre, trans. (2018/2024). — 209 selections, last updated August 2024.
  5. Analysis of the Salient Features of Risáliy-i-Ja'faríyyih, An, by Foad Seddigh (2019). — This treatise, one of the major writings of the Báb, was written before He had disclosed His compl...
  6. Authenticity of prayer "O God! Refresh and gladden my spirit", by Universal House of Justice (2006-06-05). — Some details on the history of a popular prayer. Includes comments on the authenticity of published ...
  7. Authenticity of Prayers and Tablets, by Universal House of Justice (1992-09). — List of some prayers and tablets which are not or might not be authentic; includes 2020 update on t...
  8. Background and Centrality of Apophatic Theology in Bábí and Bahá'í Scripture, The, by Stephen Lambden (1997). — History of the theological position of the incomprehensibility-unknowability of God in past major Ab...
  9. Bahá'í Feast Book, by Bahá'u'lláh, Abdu'l-Bahá, Kate Lindsay, comp. (2000). — Quotations for all 19 Feasts, nicely laid-out with graphics and suitable for printing.
  10. Bahá'í Perspective on the Concept of "Karma", by Universal House of Justice (2006-09-05). — Summary of the meaning of karma in Hinduism and Buddhism; Baha'i views on karma and reincarnation as...
  11. Bahá'í Prayers: Cross-reference list, Arjen Bolhuis, comp. (2004; 2016). — Complete list of all prayers revealed by the Central Figures, sorted by Prayer Book, Author, Subject...
  12. Bahá'í Prayers for Good Governance, by Christopher Buck (2021 Fall). — Baha’u’llah encouraged Baha’is to pray for their rulers. This essay presents a newly authorize...
  13. Bahá'í Work as Worship, Prayer as Practice: Chapter 15, by Deborah Clark Vance (2025). — Religion is logical and progressive; it moves humanity closer to a unified world; human reality is o...
  14. Baha'u'llah and the New Era, by John E. Esslemont (1980). — The classic introductory text on the Baha'i Faith focusing on Baha'i teachings and the lives of the ...
  15. Bahá'u'lláh Supplications: Traduction de l'arabe en anglais, by Bahá'u'lláh, Joshua Hall, trans, Pierre Spierckel, trans. (2025-02). — Deux cents prières en traduction provisoire, révélées par Baha’u’llah en arabe. Ces prières...
  16. Bahá'u'lláh's Teachings on Spiritual Reality, Paul Lample, comp. (1996). — The quest for spirituality, the spiritual life, material and spiritual reality, the progress of the ...
  17. Bahai Movement, The: A paper read by Shoghi Effendi at Oxford, by Shoghi Effendi (1923-1924). — Text of an address given to the Oxford University Asiatic Society, February 1921, before the passing...
  18. Brief Account of the Bahá'í Movement, A, by Ethel J. Rosenberg (1911). — An early overview of the Baha'i Faith and its teachings, with compilation of quotations, published a...
  19. Burial, Baha'i, by Bahá'u'lláh, Shoghi Effendi, Universal House of Justice (1991). — Extracts from writings on Baha'i burials, cemeteries, and funerals, specifying the type of ring, shr...
  20. Carta Sobre La Oracion para el Entierro Baha'i (Letter on the Baha'i Burial Prayer), by Universal House of Justice, Cortesía, trans. (2001-07-01). — Del departamento de la Secretaria 1 de julio de 2001.
  21. Changing Pronouns and Dropping 'Say' in Prayers, by Bahá'u'lláh, William F. McCants, trans. (2010-09). — One short paragraph which explains that it is acceptable to substitute "and make him" with "and make...
  22. Comments on Power and Authority, Historical Consciousness, and Modes of Communication: Foreword to the 2nd Edition of Planning Progress, by Todd Smith (2024-12). — Reflections on what Baha'is have achieved in the decades since this book was published, particularly...
  23. Community as Family, The: Opportunities of Growth, by Ros Gabriel (1995).
  24. Consultation, Portraits, Rakahs, Murtus, and Unknown Language, by Universal House of Justice, Research Department (2009/2010/2018). — Three replies from the Research Department to an individual, dated 2009, 2010 and 2018, on a variety...
  25. Continuing Contest between Exclusivism and Pluralism, The: Thoughts on the 2002 Day of Prayer for Peace, by Julio Savi (2002). — Origins and purpose of the Catholic "Day of Prayer in Assisi," and interfaith dialogue.
  26. Creating Environments that Enhance Spirituality, by Dawn Staudt (2003). — The teachings and laws of the Baha’i Faith are for spiritual advancement of both the individual an...
  27. Creation, by Lasse Thoresen (2002). — Contributing to the creation of a new civilization as a researcher or an artist means participating ...
  28. Daily Devotions: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (1993/2001). — A summary of Baha'i laws on daily obligatory prayer, reading the Writings, and meditation.
  29. Dawn Fasting Prayer, by Rúhíyyih Khánum (1982). — Essay from ‘Amatu’l-Baha Ruhiyyih Khanum's book The Desire of the World.
  30. Dawn over Mount Hira and Other Essays, by Marzieh Gail (1976). — A collection of essays on various topics of interest to Baha'i studies and history. Most of these we...
  31. Days of Remembrance: Selections from the Writings of Bahá'u'lláh for Bahá'í Holy Days, by Bahá'u'lláh (2017). — Forty-five selections revealed for, or relating to, nine Baha’i Holy Days.
  32. Deepening Our Knowledge and Understanding of the Faith, The Importance of, by Bahá'u'lláh, Abdu'l-Bahá, Shoghi Effendi (1991).
  33. Desire of the World, The: Materials for the contemplation of God and His Manifestation for this Day, by Rúhíyyih Khánum (1982/2005). — Compiled from the Words of Baha’u’llah. Includes a compilation of names and titles of God and of...
  34. Devotional Gatherings, Selected Guidance concerning, by Universal House of Justice, Universal House of Justice, Research Department, comp. (n.d.). — Structure and character of devotional practices.
  35. "Devotional Meetings," Definition and Scope of, by Universal House of Justice (1991-09-19). — Guidance on the structure and content of devotional gatherings.
  36. Devotional Wisdom: Commentaries on Prayer and Supplication in Imami Shí'í Islam, by Gianni Izzo (2025). — Dissertation exploring Shi'i supplication (du'ā'), analyzing commentaries by four scholars, includi...
  37. Dimensions of Spirituality: Reflections on the Meaning of Spiritual Life and Transformation in Light of the Bahá'í Faith, by Jack McLean (1994). — The search for truth; models and profiles of spiritual transformation; the mystical sense — prayer...
  38. Divine Art of Living, The, by The Báb, Bahá'u'lláh, Abdu'l-Bahá, Mabel Hyde Paine, comp. (1944/2006). — Collection of thematically arranged quotations.
  39. Divine Therapy: Pearls of Wisdom from the Bahá'í Writings, Annamarie K. Honnold, comp. (1986). — Lengthy collection of passages on numerous themes including coping with stress, orientation to the D...
  40. Divine Virtues and Spiritual Qualities: A Compilation from Sacred Texts, by WellSpring International Educational Foundation for the Study and Application of the Sacred Texts (2003). — Comprehensive exploration of 77 virtues and qualities drawn from the texts of various religions.
  41. Dynamics of Prayer, by Ruth Moffett (1973). — Pilgrims note from the words of Shoghi Effendi about "five steps" for prayer and action (from 1954),...
  42. Elucidation of the Meaning of The Greatest Name, by Mírzá Abu'l-Faḍl Gulpáygání (1945?). — Explanation of "The Greatest Name," with words of Abdu'l-Baha, as copied by May Maxwell. Source and ...
  43. Elucidation of the Meaning of the Greatest Name by 'Abdu'l-Bahá and Mirza Abu'l Fadl, May Maxwell, comp. (n.d.). — 2-page summary of the meanings and prayerful use of the word Baha (glory, splendour, light).
  44. Encyclopaedia Iranica: Selected articles related to Persian culture, religion, philosophy and history, by Encyclopaedia Iranica, Arjen Bolhuis, comp. (1982-2023). — Sorted, categorized collection of links to over 170 articles.
  45. English Sources and Authenticity of Fifteen Prayers in the Dutch Prayer Book Bahá'í Gebeden, by Universal House of Justice (2001-10-22).
  46. Enigmatic Questions Surrounding the Appearances of the Prophets, by John S. Hatcher (2011-03-29). — Issues related to the ontology and powers of the Manifestations can test the mettle of even deepened...
  47. Entering into Obligatory Prayer: Introduction and Commentary, by Ismael Velasco (2006). — Overview of Baha'i prayer, its historical background, and a detailed commentary on the preamble to t...
  48. Even as the Waves of One Sea: Bahá'í Consultation's Implicit Cultural Support for the Clash of Differing Opinions, by Whitney White Kazemipour (2024-03). — A letter from Shoghi Effendi introduces some cultural dynamics which underlie Baha'i consultation; d...
  49. Extracts from Notes Taken at Acca, by Aline Shane-Devin (1907-10). — Discussion on spiritual concepts, prayer, the importance of loving and understanding God; creation a...
  50. Forces of Our Time: Lecture Series, by Hooper Dunbar (2011-04). — Six lectures series at Bosch Baha'i School, April 15-17 2011.
  51. Give Me Thy Grace to Serve Thy Loved Ones, by Bahá'u'lláh, Abdu'l-Bahá, Shoghi Effendi, Bahá'í World Centre, trans. (2018-05). — A selection of writings prepared by the International Teaching Centre for the Continental Counsellor...
  52. Harvard Pluralism Project: Bahá'í, by Author unknown (2023). — Six overview essays on Baha'i history, beliefs, and practices. (Offsite)
  53. Heart of the Gospel: The Bible and the Bahá'í Faith, by George Townshend (1939). — Using only the text of the Bible, Townshend provides a new reading of Scripture as a guidebook for t...
  54. Historical Context for the Prayer 'O God! Refresh and Gladden My Spirit...': Extract from the Diary of Ahmad Sohrab, by Ahmad Sohrab (1914-05-09). — Two page excerpt from the diary, dated May 9 1914, responding to these questions: what should Baha'i...
  55. Holy Day Observances, by Universal House of Justice (1992-06-15). — Do Tablets of Visitation need to be recited on holy days? Do participants need to face the Qiblih wh...
  56. I know Not How to Sing Thy Praise: Reflections on a Prayer of Bahá'u'llah, by Wolfgang A. Klebel (2012). — Theology and the language of revelation vs. atheism and scientific discourse, and apophatic "not-kno...
  57. In the Noble, Sacred Place: One Rainy Day in a Holy City, by Sandra Lynn Hutchison (2021 Spring). — A memoir of visiting Jerusalem — a contemporary pilgrim's note written as a literary piece — wit...
  58. In tough times, we could all be a little more spiritual, by Ted Slavin (2009-06-20). — The importance of praying with and for our friends and neighbors.
  59. Insistent Self, The: How to Nurture Our Spirit, by Lesley Shams (2015). — The nature of our ego and the effort needed to prevent this lower nature taking over and hindering o...
  60. Interview with 'Abdu'l-Bahá, An, by Mary Hanford Ford (1933-07). — Discussing spiritual insights, martyrdom, and labor-saving machines' role in societal advancement.
  61. Introduction to a Study of Prayers and Meditations by Bahá'u'lláh, by Anonymous (1964-12). — Brief study guide for and review of this collection of 184 passages selected by Shoghi Effendi for t...
  62. Iranian Expatriates, Letter to, following 1979 Iranian Revolution, by Universal House of Justice, Inayat Rawhani, trans. (1986). — Letter of support and guidance to Iranians who had recently fled the Iranian Revolution, dated 10 Fe...
  63. Le Verbe de Dieu, au coeur de l'existence, by Pierre Daoust (2024-06). — Le présent essai examine les pouvoirs et l'influence du Verbe de Dieu (ou Parole divine) au sein de...
  64. Letter to Jináb-i-Áqá Mírzá Bádí'u'lláh Khán of Abadih, by Shoghi Effendi, Juan Cole, trans. (1997-05). — Answers four questions: (1) re "Crimson Scroll"; (2) re the "Sacred Night"; (3) re the "Tablet of th...
  65. Light and Mercy: Mental Health and Tests and Difficulties, by Bahá'u'lláh, Abdu'l-Bahá, Shoghi Effendi, Universal House of Justice, National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá'ís of Australia, comp. (2021). — The physical and mental impact of the continuing pandemic is evident around us, and the members of t...
  66. Light of the World: Selected Tablets of 'Abdu'l-Bahá, by Abdu'l-Bahá (2021). — Tablets of ‘Abdul-Baha describing aspects of the life of Baha’u’llah including the tribulation...
  67. Lights of Guidance: A Bahá'í Reference File, by Bahá'u'lláh, Abdu'l-Bahá, Shoghi Effendi, Universal House of Justice, Helen Bassett Hornby, comp. (1988). — The classic Baha'i reference book. This is its first online edition.
  68. List of Articles by Christopher Buck on BahaiTeachings.org, by Christopher Buck (2014/2020/2024). — List of online essays and articles by Christopher Buck since 2014.
  69. Long Obligatory Prayer: Printable, Foldable Version, Anonymous, comp. (2021). — Layout of the Long Obligatory Prayer designed to be printed, trimmed to pocket size, and foldable. A...
  70. Love for God and Bahá'u'lláh, by Universal House of Justice (1978-05-25). — Response to a Baha'i individual's concern about not feeling sufficient love for God and Baha'u'llah ...
  71. Meditation, Prayer, and Spiritualization, by Universal House of Justice (1983-09-01). — Practicing personal spirituality and methods for achieving spiritual growth.
  72. Message to the Indian and Eskimo Bahá'ís of the Western Hemisphere, by Rúhíyyih Khánum (1969). — Letter to Native American and Inuit believers, about the assurance given in the Baha'i Writings that...
  73. Messages from the Universal House of Justice 1963-1986: Third Epoch of the Formative Age, by Universal House of Justice, Geoffrey W. Marks, comp. (1996).
  74. Metaphor and the Language of Revelation, by Ross Woodman (1997). — To enter the realm of metaphor as the language of the soul is to come into direct contact with the W...
  75. Miracles and Metaphors, by Mírzá Abu'l-Faḍl Gulpáygání, Juan Cole, trans. (1981). — Collection of essays on metaphysical topics and Baha'i answers to old religious controversies: are t...
  76. Miracles in Religion: A Study of the miraculous in religion in context of the Baha'i Faith, by Anil Sarwal (1996-11). — Guide to spirituality, offers insights on the purpose of religion, experiences of Himalayan masters,...
  77. Mission of Bahá'u'lláh, The: And Other Literary Pieces, by George Townshend (1952). — Poems, meditations, and essays, including "Nabil’s history of the Bab," "Abdu’l-Baha: A study of...
  78. Mizán of Affect in Material v. Metaphysical Models of Human Consciousness, The, by John S. Hatcher (2023-07). — Though Baha'i teachings hold that the soul progresses after the body ceases to exist, the physical b...
  79. Music, Devotions, and Mashriqu'l-Adhkar, by R. Jackson Armstrong-Ingram (1987). — An in-depth examination of the development of music and hymns within American Baha'i devotional life...
  80. Mysticism and the Bahá'í Faith, by Farnaz Ma'sumian (1995 Spring). — An examination of the Baha'i Faith's relation to mysticism and mystic themes and ideas present in th...
  81. Names of God, Romane Takkenberg, comp. (2010-2020). — A list of some of the names of God from English translations of the Baha'i Writings.
  82. Necessity for Prayer, The, by Abdu'l-Bahá, Bahá'í World Centre, trans. (2024). — Extract from a Tablet of ‘Abdu'l-Baha.
  83. New Skin For An Old Drum, A: Changing Contexts of Yukon Aboriginal Bahá'í Storytelling, by Lynn Echevarria-Howe (published as Lynn Echevarria) (2008 Fall). — On the construction of the religious self through the storytelling processes of Yukon Aboriginal Bah...
  84. Notes on Words of the Guardian, by Virginia Orbison (1956). — Ten pages of notes, preserved as an appendix to Orbison's lengthy manuscript "Diary of a Pilgrimage ...
  85. Obligatory Prayer and Fasting, The Importance of, by Bahá'u'lláh, Abdu'l-Bahá, Universal House of Justice, Research Department, comp. (2000-09-27).
  86. Obligatory Prayer, Questions about, by Universal House of Justice (2000-11-28). — Answers to four questions about reciting prayers at meetings; changing language gender; repetition o...
  87. Ocean of His Utterances, The, by Howard Colby Ives (1963/1977). — Unpublished study course in the Revelation of Baha'u'llah using the books of Baha'u'llah, Abdu'l‑B...
  88. Out of Jewish Roots: Studies of Prayer Patterns in Jewish, Christian, Muslim and Bahá'í Worship, by Ted Brownstein (2006). — An exploration of the development of liturgy and personal prayer patterns from its roots in Judaism ...
  89. Overview of Translations of Bahá'í Texts on bahaiprayers.net, Arjen Bolhuis, comp. (2020). — Table detailing languages and sources of all translations of Baha'i scripture available in almost 10...
  90. Passing Comments on the Long Obligatory Prayer of Bahá'u'lláh, Some, by Bill Washington (1996). — The purpose of prayer to "cast out" from within our heart our attachment to the things of this mate...
  91. Path of Beauty, The: The Literary Life of Amatu'l-Bahá Rúhíyyih Khánum, by Sandra Lynn Hutchison (1999-2000). — An extensive review of the varied literary works of Ruhiyyih Khanum – poems, plays, ethical guidan...
  92. Path to God, The: 1956 edition, by Dorothy Baker (1956). — Some elements for spiritual success: power through prayer and nine benefits of prayer, victorious li...
  93. Path to God, The: 1937 edition, by Dorothy Baker (1937). — Essay published as a pamphlet about the goal of life, revelation and access to heaven, self-improvem...
  94. Perfection and Refinement: Towards an Aesthetics of the Bab, by Moojan Momen (2011). — The writings of the Bab have implications for the "plastic" arts; significance for native traditions...
  95. Permission to Change Pronouns in Private Prayer, by Universal House of Justice (2022-02-10). — Baha'u'llah's permission to change the pronoun when reciting a prayer (e.g. from "him" to "me") shou...
  96. Persian Language in the Literature of Baha'i Worship, by Shapour Rassekh (2007). — Brief article on the literary sources of Baha'i prayer, their diversity and varied style, and Persia...
  97. Power of Prayer, by Hartmut Grossmann (2007-06).
  98. Power of Prayer Brings a Higher Force into Play, The, by Ted Slavin (2011). — Some ideas about how prayer works.
  99. Power of Prayer, The, by Eleanor S. Hutchens (1969/1975). — Reflections on the purpose of humankind, the nearness of God, the healing power of revealed prayer, ...
  100. Prayer and Devotional Life, by The Báb, Bahá'u'lláh, Abdu'l-Bahá, Shoghi Effendi, Universal House of Justice, comp. (2019-02). — A compilation to assist Baha'is in a time when, as the House says in its cover letter, "devotional a...
  101. Prayer and Meditation: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (1990/2009).
  102. Prayer and Meditation, by William S. Hatcher (2003-10-26). — Talk at the Baha'i Center in St. Petersburg.
  103. Prayer and Worship, by John Walbridge (1996). — An overview of devotional practices and prayers in Babism and the Baha'i Faith.
  104. Prayer for Protection, by Bahá'u'lláh (1996-08-12). — A short prayer, authoritatively translated on behalf of the Universal House of Justice.
  105. Prayer for the Dead, Recitiation of, by Universal House of Justice (1999-02-09). — Instructions on the correct way to recite this prayer.
  106. Prayer, Meditation, and the Devotional Attitude, The Importance of, by Bahá'u'lláh, Abdu'l-Bahá, Shoghi Effendi, The Báb, Universal House of Justice, Research Department, comp. (1991).
  107. Prayers and Meditations, by Bahá'u'lláh (1988 [1938]).
  108. Prayers and rituals in the Bahá'í Faith: Introduction to A Tablet to Jináb-i-Mullá 'Alí-Akbar fí Ardi'l-Álif, by Julio Savi, Faezeh Mardani (2008). — A tablet of Baha'u'llah to one of the Babis to renew his faith before He had revealed his mission; i...
  109. Prayers from the 2002 edition of Bahá'í Prayers not included in 1991 edition, Author unknown, comp. (2002). — Compilation of prayers in the newer American Baha'i Prayers book that are not included in older edit...
  110. Prayers of Bahá'u'lláh, The, by Rúhíyyih Khánum (1945). — Essay about various prayers and meditations of Baha'u'llah.
  111. Prière pour protéger des épidémies, by Bahá'u'lláh, Pierre Daoust, trans. (2020). — Une prière révélée par Baha’u’llah pour protéger des épidémies, publiée dans Baha'i Pray...
  112. Principles for Effective Parenting, by Don Dainty (2000). — A cycle for successful family development; preparation for marriage; parental roles; virtues educati...
  113. Principles of Bahá'í Administration, by Bahá'u'lláh, Abdu'l-Bahá, Shoghi Effendi, National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá'ís of the United Kingdom, comp. (1950/1973). — A guide to procedure in the life and organic activity of the Baha'i community, prepared from three m...
  114. Questions about Science and Religion: Interviews with Abdul Baha at Tiberias and Haifa, by Anna Kunz (1922-09). — Questions asked of Abdu'l-Baha by two Christians visiting Haifa in 1921.
  115. References to the Holy Spirit in the Writings of Bahá'u'lláh and 'Abdu'l-Bahá: A Meditational Compilation, Violetta Zein, comp. (2023). — An aid to prayer and meditation. The Holy Spirit is referred to as an entity, a servant to the Manif...
  116. Reflections on the Concept of Law in the Bahá'í Faith, Some, by Roshan Danesh (2014). — The concept of law in the Baha’i Faith; its early Islamic context; the nature of legal language an...
  117. Remembrance of God, The: An Invocation Technique in Sufism and the Writings of The Báb and Bahá'u'lláh, by Steven Scholl (1983-12). — Dhikru'llah, the invocation or "remembrance" of God, is a Sufi technique of chanting or repeating pr...
  118. Responding to the War in Ukraine, by Universal House of Justice (2022-04-01). — Actions Baha'is are taking in response to the invasion of Ukraine; the role of prayers and acts of s...
  119. Rituals in Babism and Baha'ism, by Denis MacEoin (1994). — On practices of prayer, invocations, talismans, jewelry, fasting, purity, birth, death, marriage, fe...
  120. Role of Wonder in Creating Identity, The, by Todd Lawson (2023). — The term badi', "wondrous" or "new," is used dozens of times by the Bab in his proclamatory work the...
  121. Ruhi book series, by Ruhi Institute (1987-2015). — Published volumes of the Ruhi Institute books. (Links to documents, offsite.)
  122. Sacred Refrains: Arabic and Persian Dhikrs in the Bahá'í Community, by Margaret Caton (2024). — introduction to dhikr (remembrances) and the use of music in Baha'i spiritual practices; 74 recordin...
  123. Sadratu'l-Muntahá, The: References to the Divine Lote Tree in Judaism, Christianity and Islam, Violetta Zein, comp. (2023). — Short compilation from the writings of various Faiths, as well as the Baha'i understanding of the di...
  124. Searching for God in time and memory: An examination of Bahá'í prayer as 'remembrance', by Christopher White (2002). — Describes Baha'i prayer practices as a way to understand the human self and the Divine and overcomin...
  125. Seeds of Revelation and the Mystic Bond between The Báb and Bahá'u'lláh: An Exposition on Excerpts from the Persian Bayán, by James B. Thomas (2006). — A comparison of some of the writings of the Bab and Baha'u'llah, showing the unique, mysterious bond...
  126. Seeing the Signs: The Imamate in Sayyid Kāẓim al-Rashtī’s (d. 1259/1843) Sharḥ Duʿāʾ al-simāt, by Gianni Izzo (2024-12). — The role of interpretation in al-Rashti's "Commentary on the supplication of signs" in articulating ...
  127. Selections from Bahá'í Scripture, David Hofman, comp. (1941). — Lengthy early compilation.
  128. Selections from the Writings of the Báb, by The Báb, Habib Taherzadeh, trans, Committee at the Bahá'í World Centre, trans. (1982).
  129. Seven Valleys, The: Notes from a Deepening Class, by Abu'l-Qásim Faizí (1966). — Lengthy notes from a deepening led by Hand of the Cause Faizi in Haifa, Israel.
  130. Short Obligatory Prayer in Many Languages, Author unknown, comp. (1981/1986/2016). — Three files: Short Obligatory Prayer in 501 languages (as published in Baha'i World), and in a colle...
  131. Some Themes and Images in the Writings of Bahá'u'lláh, by Bahíyyih Nakhjavání (1976-04-21). — Exploring the relationship between the Creative Word, particularly its expression in language, and t...
  132. Spiritual Assembly's Growing Pains, A, by Rúhíyyih Khánum (1976). — A play, in 28 pages, showing "some of the workings of a Baha'i Spiritual Assembly: some of the blund...
  133. Spiritual Growth, Essential Requisites for, by Universal House of Justice (1983-09-01). — Letter to Europe; its historically-recent turn away from religion, six ways to improve spirituality,...
  134. Spiritual Health of American Community, by Universal House of Justice (1991-03). — Publication of a letter addressing an individual's concerns for the spiritual health of the American...
  135. Spiritualization of the Bahá'í Community: A Plan for Teaching, by National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá'ís of Ireland, Adib Taherzadeh (1982). — A three-part collection consisting of a letter from the NSA of Ireland, a letter from Taherzadeh to ...
  136. Spontaneous Talks by Dr. Khan, at His Sunday Morning Classes, Answering Some of His 95 Questions, by Ali Kuli Khan, Terry Nelson Randolph, ed. (2013-04). — Proofs of the Baha'i Faith, written by a prominent translator and companion of Abdu'l-Baha. Includes...
  137. Stylistic Analysis of the Báb's Writings, A: Abridged Translation of Vahid Behmardi's Muqaddamih-yi dar bárih-yi sabk va siyáq-i áthár-i mubárakih-yi ḥaḍrat-i rabb a`lá, by Vahid Behmardi, William F. McCants (2007). — English translation by McCants of Behmardi's Persian article "Stylistic Analysis of the Bab’s Writ...
  138. Supplications by Bahá'u'lláh, by Bahá'u'lláh, Joshua Hall, trans. (2017-10-19). — Collection of two-hundred provisionally translated prayers and supplications. Link to translator's w...
  139. Tablets, Communes and Holy Utterances, by Bahá'u'lláh, Abdu'l-Bahá, Anton Haddad, trans. (1897 or 1900). — The first prayer book and first compilation of Baha'i writings published in the West. Most of the se...
  140. Text and Context in the Bahá'í Heroic Age, by Nader Saiedi (2014). — A series of 12 talks by Nader Saiedi exploring Baha'i history, key writings, and the need for schola...
  141. To Set the World in Order: Building and Preserving Strong Marriages, by Bahá'u'lláh, Abdu'l-Bahá, Shoghi Effendi, Universal House of Justice, Universal House of Justice, Research Department, comp. (2023-08). — The cause of unity; creating families that illuminate the world; the ideal milieu for learning the p...
  142. To the Bahá'ís in Iran, by Universal House of Justice (2014-12-18). — Emphasizes Mashriqu’l-Adhkar’s integration of worship and service, urging Baha’is in Iran to f...
  143. Translation List: Provisional Translations of Baháʼí Literature, Adib Masumian, trans. (2009-2023). — Index to talks, letters, and other items translated from Persian and Arabic to English by Adib Masum...
  144. Translation of the Arabic Du'á' al-Sahar (The Dawn Supplication) or Du'á' al-Bahá' (The Supplication of Splendour) with Select Expository Scriptural Writings of the Báb and Bahá'u'lláh, A, by Stephen Lambden (2023). — Translation of and commentary on the Shi'i "dawn supplication" for the Islamic month of Ramadan, and...
  145. Tree of Life, The: A Program for the Spiritualization of the Bahá'í Community, by National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá'ís of the Hawaiian Islands (1993). — Compilations for a spiritualization and teaching campaign on prayer and meditation, how to be like t...
  146. Trustees of the Merciful: An Introduction to Bahá'í Administration, by Adib Taherzadeh (1972/1999/2009). — The spirit that animates the Administrative Order of Baha’u’llah; spiritual attitudes that chara...
  147. Twelve Table Talks Given by 'Abdu'l-Bahá in 'Akká, by Abdu'l-Bahá, Bahá'í World Centre, trans. (2019). — Talks from 1904-1907.
  148. Two Statements from the Guardian, by Mrs. Rollins, Margery McCormick (1937 ?). — Two short comments of Shoghi Effendi, from a personal conversation.
  149. Universality of the Laws of the Kitáb-i-Aqdas, The, by Bijan Samali (1996). — The laws of the Aqdas focus on the individual; are applicable to everyone; facilitate the realisatio...
  150. Unrestrained as the Wind: A Life Dedicated to Bahá'u'lláh, National Youth Committee, comp. (1985). — Compilation of quotations on topics of especial interest to Baha'i youth.
  151. Use of the Masculine Gender in the Bahá'í Writings, The: Extracts from Letters Written By and on Behalf of the Universal House of Justice, Universal House of Justice, Research Department, comp. (2002). — Extracts from letters from the House of Justice from 1981-1999 on general principles in relation to ...
  152. Value of Prayer, The, by John Robarts (1974-03-20). — Talk at the House of Worship in Wilmette by a Hand of the Cause.
  153. Verge of the New, The: A Series of Talks, by Steven Phelps (2017-09-18). — Introducing a way of looking at the past and future of religion in the context of the scientific rev...
  154. Worldview and the Laws of the Bayán, by Nader Saiedi (2019-09). — Explores the Persian Bayan's spiritual worldview and laws through four talks, offering insights into...
  155. Worship, by Robert Stockman (1995).
  156. Writings of the Báb: Lecture Series at the Norwegian Summer School, by Nader Saiedi (2019). — On topics including the concept of God; Manifestations of God; Day of Resurrection, heaven and hell;...
  157. Writings of the Báb, The: Notes from Talks given by Dr. Nader Saiedi, by Nader Saiedi, Anonymous, comp. (2020-04-10). — Structured summarized notes from Dr. Saiedi’s 2019 talks on the Bab’s Writings, delivered at the...
  158. Yoga, Universal House of Justice, Research Department, comp. (2015-01). — Four quotations from the House on the practice of hatha yoga.
  159. Комментарии к Пространной обязательной молитве (Commentary on the Long Obligatory Prayer), by Bill Washington, Vladimir Chupin, trans. (1996). — Комментарий к Пространной обязательной молитве Бахау...
  160. اذکار المقربین: جلددوم (مجموعۀ مناجاتهایحضرتعبدالبهاء) (Remembrances of the Near Ones: vol. 2 (Collected Prayers of `Abdu'l-Baha)), Abdu'l-Hamíd Ishráq-Khávarí, comp. (1959). — This three-volume compilation features a collection of prayers in Arabic (with diacritics) and Persi...
  161. اذکار المقربین: جلد اوّل (مجموعۀ مناجاتهایحضرت بهاءهللا) (Remembrances of the Near Ones: vol. 1 (Collected Prayers of Baháʼu'lláh)), Abdu'l-Hamíd Ishráq-Khávarí, comp. (1953). — This three-volume compilation features a collection of prayers in Arabic (with diacritics) and Persi...
  162. مجموعه الواح و مناجاتهای ترکی حضرت عبدالبهاء طهران ١٢٧ بدیع (Collected Azeri Turkish Tablets and Prayers of `Abdu'l-Bahá), by Abdu'l-Bahá (1970-71 (127 B.E.)). — مجموعه الواح و مناجاتهای ترکی حضرت عبدالبهاء - مؤسّسه ...

2.   from the Chronology (12 results; expand)

  1. 1846-03-19 — The Bab bequeathed all His possessions to His mother and His wife and revealed a special prayer for ...
  2. 1867-09-03 — Baha'u'llah revealed the Kitab-i-Badi', the Munajathay-i-Siyam (Prayers for Fasting), the first Tabl...
  3. 1873-02-02 — The revelation of the obligatory prayers. "Many of the laws of the Bab...are carefully designed i...
  4. 1923-11-14 — In a message addressed to "the beloved of the Lord and the handmaids of the Merciful throughout Amer...
  5. 1938-00-00 — The publication of Prayers and Meditations of Baha'u'llah. [P&M; Collins1.100]
  6. 1978-07-05 — The passing of Ruth J. Ellis Moffet (b. 19 January 1880 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin). She was buried ...
  7. 1980-03-01 — Publication by the Universal House of Justice of the compilation on
  8. 1980-08-13 — In a message the Universal House of Justice announced the publication of translations into English o...
  9. 1981-09-16 — The Universal House of Justice addressed a message to all National Assemblies with the compilation o...
  10. 2017-09-00 — The statement and compilation titled The Institution of the Mashriqu'l-Adhkar was release
  11. 2018-09-09 — Ētahi Karakia Baha'i (Book of Baha'i Prayers) was launched at the Pūrekireki Marae in Pirongia to ...
  12. 2019-02-28 — The Universal House of Justice announced the publication of a compilation of extracts on prayer and ...

3.   from the Chronology of Canada (1 result)

  1. 2019-07-26 — The Canadian Baha'i News Service announced that a new edition of the Wings of Grace prayer book had ...
 
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