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The Spiritual Meaning and Symbolism of Falcons

Radiance Talley — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000

In many ways, a falcon’s physical senses and abilities are much more impressive than ours. This two-pound bird can reach speeds higher than most small airplanes and is the fastest...

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Stories About Humility: 7 Lessons We Can Learn

Radiance Talley — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Years ago, at a fireside chat at my home, a man joked, “The funny thing about humility is that once you know you have it, you’ve lost it again!” I...

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Observing the Ascension of Baha’u’llah

From the Editors — Thu, 28 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000

You can count the major world religions – those that extended their lifespan and geography and influence long past the passing of their founders – on two hands. Here’s a...

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How Religions are Born: The Declaration of the Bab

From the Editors — Sat, 23 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Religions begin when a prophet first announces a new revelation, just as Christ did to John the Baptist or the Buddha did to his first two disciples, Trapusa and Bahalika....

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Baha’u’llah’s Triumph on the Twelfth Day of Ridvan

From the Editors — Fri, 01 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000

On the Twelfth Day of Ridvan, the time for Baha’u’llah’s departure and exile from Baghdad finally arrived. For most, exile would have been a disgrace – but for Baha’u’llah, it...

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The Ninth Day of Ridvan: Proclaiming the Unity of the Human Family

From the Editors — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Baha’is follow the teachings of Baha’u’llah, the prophet and founder of the Baha’i Faith, and every year Baha’i communities around the world joyously commemorate their Faith’s teachings of love and...

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The Baha’i Definition of Paradise: The First Day of Ridvan

From the Editors — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Starting today, and for the next twelve days, Baha’is all around the world will celebrate Ridvan, which means “paradise,” the holiest and most joyous time of the Baha’i year. Pronounced...

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5 Inspirational Baha’i Women in American History

Radiance Talley — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000

March is Women’s History month — which makes it a perfect time to become more familiar with some of the trailblazing American Baha’i women who broke down barriers wherever they...

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The Bittersweet Love Story of The Bab and His Beloved Wife

Kathy Roman — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000

As an intense romantic, I love nothing more than reading a compelling love story – and when the story is true, that’s even better! One of my favorite stories chronicled...

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A Mighty Mystery: Who Was Abdu’l-Baha to Those Who Met Him?

Anne Gordon Perry — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Worldwide, Baha’is and others are coming to understand the person of Abdu’l-Baha more clearly as we observe the 100th anniversary of his passing. Who was this man, and what did...

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