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BAHÁ’Í LITERATURE

Catalog and Price List Corrected to March 1, 1937

WRITINGS OF BAHÁ’U’LLÁH

Kitáb-i-Iqán (Book of Certitude) Translated by Shoghi Effendi An interpretation of the Sacred Scriptures of the past to demonstrate the oneness of the Prophets and their significance as the expression of the Will of God. 198 pp. Bound in cloth .$2.50

Hidden Words Translated by Shoghi Effendi The essence of the teachings of all the Prophets. 54 pp. Bound in koid fabri- .$.60 Paper covers. .25

The Seven Valleys and The Four Valleys Two treatises revealed by Bahá’u’lláh on the nature of spiritual evolution. Translated by Ali-Kuli Khan, N.D. 60 PP. Bound in Fabrikoid .$.75 Paper covers .50

Gleanings from the Writings of Bahá’u’lláh Excerpts from the Sacred Writings of Bahá’u’lláh selected by the Guardian of the Faith. This work presents the largest volume of Bahá’u’lláh’s writings yet available in the English language. 354 pp. Bound in fabrikoid $2.25 Bound in cloth 1.80

Tablets of Bahá’u’lláh (Tarázát, The Tablet of the World, Kalimát, Tajalliyát, Bishárát, Ishrágát.) Social and spiritual principles of the new age. 138 pp. Bound in cloth......$2.00

Three Tablets of Bahá’u’lláh (Tablet of the Branch, Kitáb-i-’Ahd. Lawh-i-Aqdas.) The appointment of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá as the Interpreter of the teachings of Bahá’u’lláh, the Testament of Bahá’u’lláh, and His message to the Christians. 32 pp. Paper covers....$ .25

Epistle to the Son of the Wolf Translated by Julie Chanler from the French version of M. Hippolyte Dreyfus A work written by Bahá’u’lláh in His last years, addressed to the son of a prominent Persian who had been a savage enemy of the Cause. This Tablet recapitulates many teachings Bahá’u’lláh had revealed in earlier works. 140 pp. Bound in cloth and parchment......$2.50

WRITINGS OF ‘ABDU’L-BAHÁ

Some Answered Questions Edited by Laura Clifford Barney An exposition of fundamental spiritual and philosophic problems. 350 pp. Bound in cloth ..$1.50

Promulgation of Universal Peace Edited by Howard MacNutt Public addresses delivered throughout the United States in 1912. This work contains ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s spiritual message to the American people, whom He summoned to establish the "Most Great Peace," the consummation of the ideals of all religionists, scientists and humanitarians. 232 pp. Bound in cloth. In two volumes. Per volume .$2.50

Tablets of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá Edited by Albert Windust Intimate letters written in reply to questions addressed by individuals and groups. Bound in cloth. Volumes I, II, III. Per volume .$2.00

Mysterious Forces of Civilization A work addressed to the people of Persia nearly forty years ago to show the way to true progress. 132 pp. Bound in cloth .$1.50

The Bahá’í Peace Program (Tablet to the Committee on Durable Peace, the Hague, and Tablet written to the late Dr. Forel of Switzerland). An exposition of the principles of Universal Peace. 48 pp. Bound in leather....$1.00 Paper covers .50

The Wisdom of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá Edited by Lady Blomfield A brief but comprehensive presentation of the Bahá’í Message, from ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s public lectures in Paris, preceding the war. 172 pp. Bound in cloth...$.75 Paper covers .50

‘Abdu’l-Bahá in New York Selected addresses delivered at Columbia University and various churches and at public meetings by ‘Abdu’l-Bahá while in New York. Issued by the Bahá’í Community of New York to commemorate ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s visit during 1912. 78 pp. Paper covers .$.50

America’s Spiritual Mission Teaching Tablets revealed to American Bahá’ís by ‘Abdu’l-Bahá during 1916-1917. 54 pp. Self cover ...$.15

The Foundations of World Unity Selected addresses delivered by ‘Abdu’l-Bahá at Universities, Churches, Synagogues, Peace Societies and similar public meetings during His journey through America in 1912. 112 pp. Bound in cloth .$ .75

The Reality of Man Words of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá explaining the relations of mind, body and soul. 52 pp. Paper covers $.50

Will and Testament of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá Selected passages which constitute the Administrative Order of the Bahá’í Faith, the establishment of the Guardianship, the interpretation of the institutions of local, national and international Houses of Justice. These excerpts are accompanied by passages from the Writings of the Báb and Bahá’u’lláh which reveal the continuity of the Faith, and by passages from the communications of Shoghi Effendi explaining the significance of the Will and Testament itself. A pamphlet, uniform in size and appearance with the series of World Order letters of Shoghi Effendi. Sold in lots of ten copies only. .....Net $1.00

WORKS COMPILED FROM WRITINGS OF BAHÁ’U’LLÁH AND ‘ABDU’L-BAHÁ

Bahá’í Scriptures Edited by Horace Holley Selections from all available translated writings of Bahá’u’lláh and ‘Abdu’l-Bahá arranged in nine chapters according to subject; with Glossary and Index. 576 pp. Bound in cloth $2.50

Bahá’í Prayers Prayers revealed by Bahá’u’lláh and ‘Abdu’l-Bahá. 34 pp. Paper covers. Sold only in quantity. 10 for. .$1.00

The Oneness of Mankind Compiled by Louis Gregory and Mariam Haney Selections from Words of Bahá’u’lláh and ‘Abdu’l-Bahá on inter-racial amity. 64 pp. Paper covers .$.15

The Garden of the Heart Compiled by Frances Esty Selections from the writings of Bahá’u’lláh and ‘Abdu’l-Bahá and quotations from the Bible. 82 pp. Bound in cloth. $3.00

Life Eternal Compiled by Mary Rumsey Movius Selections from the Writings of Bahá’u’lláh and ‘Abdu’l-Bahá on immortality and the life of the soul. 178 pp. Bound in cloth $2.50

WRITINGS OF SHOGHI EFFENDI

Bahá’í Administration The letters written by Shoghi Effendi to the American Bahá’í community, from January, 1922, to July, 1932, in his capacity of Guardian of the Bahá’í Cause, to encourage, guide and instruct the believers in carrying out the provisions of the Will and Testament of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá concerning the organic organic development of the Bahá’í community. This volume constitutes the authoritative interpretation of that Will and of Bahá’u’lláh’s teachings on the subject of the principles determining the character of the Faith as an evolving religious society. These letters define the institutions of local, national and international Bahá’í administrative bodies forming the nucleus of the new world order of Bahá’u’lláh. The volume also contains excerpts from ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s Will, and an Appendix consisting of the Declaration of Trust and By-Laws of the National Spiritual Assembly, and By-Laws for local Spiritual Assemblies. 222 pp. Bound in cloth $1.50 [Page 2]

The World Order of Bahá’u’lláh

By Shoghi Effendi A letter (dated February 27, 1929) from the Guardian of the Bahá’í Faith ex- plaining the continuity of the Cause after the passing of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, and relat- ing Bahá’í institutions to the ideal of world order and peace. 16 pp. Paper cal organizations. 16 pp. Paper covers. Sold only in quantity. copies .Net $1,00

The World Order of Bahá’u’lláh: Further Considerations

By Shoghi Effendi This letter (dated March 21, 1930) de- velops the subject with remarks on the distinguishing features of Bahá’í world order, and on the essential differences between the Bahá’í Faith and ecclesiasti- cal organizations. 16 pp. Paper covers. Sold only in quantity. 10 copies .Net $1.00

The Goal of a New World Order

By Shoghi Effendi In this communication (dated November 28, 1931) the Guardian analyzes the ex- isting international, political, economic and social problems, points to the signs of impending chaos, and emphasizes the guiding principles of world order estab- lished by Bahá’u’lláh. The goal of world federation is upheld, and ‘Abdu’l- Bahá’s prophecy of the failure of the present civilization is called to the atten- tion of Bahá’ís. 32 pp. Paper covers. Sold only in quantity. 10 copies .Net $.50

The Golden Age of the Cause of Bahá’u’lláh

By Shoghi Effendi The Guardian’s letter (dated March 21, 1932) referring to the spiritual impor- tance of America in the new world order, the progressive character of divine Rev- elation, the station of the Báb, the re- lease of spiritual forces for human re- generation, and the non-political charac- ter of the Bahá’í Faith. 24 pp. Paper covers. Sold only in quantity. 10 copies Net $1.00

America and the Most Great Peace

By Shoghi Effendi A letter addressed to American Bahá’ís, dated April 21, 1933. This communication summarizes the forty years of American Bahá’í History (1893-1933), and de- velops in greater detail than in the pre- ceding letter, the responsibility laid upon America in the divine plan for the es- tablishment of universal peace. 28 pp. Paper covers. Sold only in quantity. 10 copies .Net $1.00

The Dispensation of Bahá’u’lláh

By Shoghi Effendi A letter addressed to the Bahá’ís of the West, dated February 7, 1934. In this letter the Guardian of the Bahá’í Faith clarifies, with numerous quotations from Bahá’í sacred writings, the spiritual sta- tion and mission of Bahá’u’lláh, the Báb, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá. and the nature of the World Order which Bahá’u’lláh estab- lished. In this statement. prepared by the one authorized in ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s Will and Testament to be the sole interpreter of Bahá’í writings, students of the Cause possess the first complete and authentic outline and summary of the Bahá’í Faith in its development from the An- nouncement of the Báb in 1844 to the Administrative Order defined by ‘Abdu’l- Bahá for the era following His departure from this world in 1921. 66 pp. Bound in cloth .$ .75 Bound in paper .25

The Unfoldment of World Civilization

By the Guardian of the Faith An analysis of the death of the old order and the birth of the new. 46 pp. Paper covers ..$.15

The Future wealth

Excerpts from the writing of Shoghi Effendi explaining the future of the new world order. 16 pp. Paper covers. Net $.10 15 copies Net $1.00

World Common-

Part V

Bahá’u’lláh translated into English. It presents the reality of the Bahá’í Revela- tion as the true theology, with a bio- graphical outline of the lives of the Báb, Bahá’u’lláh and ‘Abdu’l-Bahá. 288 pp. Bound in cloth .$2.00

The Promise of All Ages

By Christophil An important contribution to the litera-- ture expounding the significance of the Bahá’í Faith. The author traces the true spiritual content of religion through the Dispensations of the past, to culminate in the World Order revealed by Bahá- u’lláh. Originally published in London, England. American edition, 254 pp. Bound in cloth .$1.50

Security for a Failing World

By Stanwood Cobb A careful and scholarly diagnosis of the social problems of modern civilization, with an exposition of the spiritual edu- cation afforded by the Bahá’í Faith and its culmination in a World Order by which alone universal peace can be se- cured. 202 pp. Bound in cloth.....$1.50

Mysticism and the Bahá’í Revelation

By Ruhi Afnán An essay which analyzes in the light of the teaching of Bahá’u’lláh the mystical tradition of the soul’s union with God: demonstrating that the Prophet or Mani- festation is the intermediary between God and man. 80 pp. Paper covers.....$.50

The Dawn-Breakers: Nabíl’s Narrative of the Early Days of the Bahá’í Revelation

Translated by Shoghi Effendi This work is essential to a true under- standing and appreciation of the spiritual character of the Bahá’í Cause. The text was written by an eye-witness to many of the most moving incidents of the early days of the Faith, and contains a detailed acount of the ma translator has added of the Báb on July 9, 1850. The conta an Introduction, a Conclusion and foot- notes which amplify the vivid narrative with important historical references. 736 pp. Standard Edition, bound in leather. Net $7.50 Limited Edition, autographed by Shoghi Effendi, bound in morocco leather. Net $35.00

A Traveller’s Narrative

Translated by Edward G. Browne, M.A. M.B. The Episode of the Báb written by a contemporary Persian scholar, the manu-- script having been presented to the trans- lator by ‘Abdu’l-Bahá. Printed from the original plates by Cambridge University Press. 178 pp. Bound in cloth....$2.50

Bahá’u’lláh and the New Era

By J. E. Esslemont An authoritative and comprehensive sur- vey of Bahá’í history and teachings as related to present religious, scientific and social conditions in Europe and America, with many quotations from the writings. New edition revised by the National Spiritual Assembly under the direction of Shoghi Effendi. 308 pp. Bound in leather. Paper covers $ .75 .50

The Bahá’í Proofs

By Mirsá Abu’l Fadl Gulpaygan The best-known book of this Oriental scholar, philosopher and disciple of Bahá’u’lláh translated into English. It presents the reality of the Bahá’í Revela- tion as the true theology, with a bio- graphical outline of the lives of the Báb, Bahá’u’lláh and ‘Abdu’l-Bahá. 288 pp. Bound in cloth .$2.00

The Bahá’í Revelation

By Thornton Chase An exposition. of the teachings of Bahá’u’lláh, from the point of view of a profound student of Christianity. (The author was the first American Bahá’í). The work deals with the evolution of spiritual consciousness and the oneness of purpose of all great religions of the world, culminating today in the World Faith of Bahá’u’lláh. 182 pp. Bound in cloth ...$1.00

The Universal Religion

By Hippolyte Dreyfus An introductory work on the Bahá’í Cause by a French Orientalist, who trans- lated many of the writings of Bahá’u’lláh. 176 pp. Bound in cloth .$1.00

Religions of the Empire

Edited by W. Loftus Hare Addresses delivered by representatives of the several religions invited to participate in the conference on "Some Living Re- ligions Within the British Empire" held at the Imperial Institute, London, Eng- land, from September 23rd to October 3rd, 1924. The addresses include the two papers read on the Bahá’í Cause. 520 pp. Bound in cloth. $4.00

A World Faith

Studies in the Teachings of Bahá’u’lláh developed by ten different contributors to a symposium published in World Order. Magazine. 68 pp. paper covers ....$ .25

Bahá’í: The Spirit of the Age

By Horace Holley A presentation of the Bahá’í Movement. and teachings as the synthesis of all mod- ern movements. 212 pp. Bound in cloth $2.50 [Page 3] The Drama of the Kingdom By Mrs. Basil Hall Dramatic episodes of the coming of the Faith, based upon ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s description of how a spiritual drama should be written. 66 pp. Board covers. Net..$.40

The Coming of “The Glory” By Florence E. Pinchon An interesting narrative giving the spirit and the principles of the Bahá’í Faith. 144 pp. Bound in cloth . . . . . . . . . .$.50

Lessons in Religion By Shaykh Muhammad ‘Alí Qa’íni Translated by Edith Roohie Sanderson Lessons prepared especially for children by a Persian Bahá’í teacher. 98 pp. Paper covers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$. 75

Doa: The Call to Prayer By Ruth Ellis Moffett A study of the mystical science of prayer and meditation, with a compilation of prayers chosen from a number of religions. 126 pp. Bound in paper . . .$.60

‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s First Days in America By Juliet Thompson Intimate and beautiful glimpses of the Master. 40 pp. Paper covers . . . .$1.00

Whence Comes the Light? By Loulie A. Mathews A brief outline of the Bahá’í Cause as manifested in the sublime nobility of its Founders. The quotations from Bahá’í writings throw light upon important problems of life. 84 pp. Paper covers..$ .25

My Pilgrimage to the Land of Desire By Marie A. Watson The story of Mrs. Watson’s visit to Haifa in 1921, with an interesting account of her healing by ‘Abdu’l-Bahá. 24 pp. Paper covers . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ .50

Divine Secret for Human Civilization Edited by Josephine D. Storey Words of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá showing the relation of the Twelve Basic Principles of the Bahá’í Cause to the development of an universal League of Nations. The text of the Covenant of the present League of Nations is included. 96 pp. Bound in parchment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1.00 Paper covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Portals to Freedom By Howard Colby Ives The author recounts personal experiences in meeting ‘Abdu’l-Bahá during 1912 and describes the spiritual power released through the Bahá’í Faith for the development of human personality in this age. Illustrated with photographs. 256 pp. Bound in cloth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$2.25

Part VI PAMPHLETS

The World Religion A brief outline of the aims, teachings and history of the Bahá’í Faith, by Shoghi Effendi. Price per 100 copies..Net $1.00

What Is the Bahá’í Faith? By J. E. Esslemont A leaflet prepared for distribution to inquirers by individual believers, teaching committees and Local Assemblies. Sold only in quantity. 500 copies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Net $3.25 1000 copies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Net $6.50

Principles of the Bahá’í Faith A compilation briefly outlining the Bahá’í principles. 16 pp. Paper covers. Sold only in quantity. 100 copies . . . . . .$3.00

The Bahá’í Faith A brief outline and summary of the Faith prepared for newspaper editors, encyclopedias and public organizations to be filed by them for reference. Four-page folder, letterhead size. Per 100 . . . . .Net $3.00

The Bahá’í Faith By Horace Holley Reprint of a magazine article explaining the nature of the Bahá’í community and outlining the history and teachings of the Faith. 14 pp. self cover 25 copies Net $1.00

Homoculture By Stanwood Cobb Presenting the Bahá’í teachings on spiritual and mental education. 24 pp. self cover. 100 copies . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Net $1.50

The “Most Great Peace” By Marion Holley This booklet deals with the Bahá’í teachings on the unity of nations, classes and religions. 24 pp. Self cover. 100 copies Net $1.50

The Oneness of Mankind By Hussein Rabbani An exposition of the Bahá’í teachings on the unity of races. 24 pp. Self cover. 100 copies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Net $1.50

The Path to God By Dorothy Baker An explanation of the Bahá’í teachings on the spiritual development caused by turning to the Manifestation of God. 24 pp. Self cover. 100 copies . . . . . .Net $1.50

The Bahá’í House of Worship By Genevieve L. Coy The most complete available description and explanation of the Bahá’í House of Worship constructed near Chicago. Three illustrations. 10 pp. Self cover. 100 copies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Net $2.25

The Bahá’í Movement A statement of the history, purpose and administrative principles of the Bahá’í Faith reprinted from The Bahá’í World, followed by excerpts from Bahá’í sacred writings. 48 pp. Paper covers. Sold only in quantity. 10 copies . . . . . . .$1.00

Declaration of Trust The Declaration of Trust and By-Laws of the National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá’ís of the United States and Canada, with amendments adopted to April 1, 1933. The legal instrument defining the nature and functions of the institutions existing in the American Bahá’í community, with the By-Laws approved for use by Local Spiritual Assemblies. (Reprinted from “Bahá’í Administration”). 24 pp. Paper covers. Sold only in quantity. 10 copies . . . . . . . .Net $1.00

Part VII OUTLINES AND GUIDES FOR BAHÁ’Í STUDY CLASSES

Bahá’í Study Course An invaluable aid for individual students of the Teachings, and for Bahá’í Communities and Groups who desire to follow a definite course of study. The Course may be obtained with or without the three books needed for reference. Study Course alone . . . . . . . . . . . .Net $ .50 Study Course with “Bahá’u’lláh and the New Era,” “Wisdom of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá” and “Foundations of World Unity” Net $1.50

Twenty Lessons in Bahá’í Administration 28 pp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Net $ .25

Study Outline for Kitáb-i-Íqán (Book of Certitude) . . . . . . . . .Net $ .25

Study Guide for The Dawn-Breakers An aid for classes and individuals in making a careful study of this historical work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Net $ .25

Bahá’í Teachings on Economics A compilation prepared by the National Teaching Committee. 16 pp. Sold in lots of ten only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Net $1.00

Bahá’í Lesson Outlines for Children A series of thirty-six lessons in four sections, for teachers holding Bahá’í study and discussion classes for children. The course has been planned for weekly classes over a period of nine months. Complete series (four sections) Net $ .75

Index to Bahá’í News A key to the contents of Bahá’í News from December, 1924, to November, 1933 ‎No. 1 to No. 79) (No. 1 to No. 79)‎. Paper cover, mimeographed, 58 pp. . . . . . . . . . . . .Net $ .50

Part VIII BAHÁ’Í LITERATURE IN OTHER LANGUAGES

Bahá’u’lláh and the New Era In Esperanto. Paper covers ..$1.00 In Swedish Paper covers . . 1.50

Le Vrai Bahá’í A French translation by E. R. Mathews of Chapter V from “Bahá’u’lláh and the New Era” by J. E. Esslemont. 44 pp. Paper covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ .25

Seyyed ‘Alí Mohammed dit Le Báb By A. L. M. Nicolas Only a relatively small number of copies of the original French edition of this important historical work still available $1.50

World Economy of Bahá’u’lláh By Horace Holley Translated into German. Paper cover. Net $ .10 [Page 4] World Economy of Bahá’u’lláh By Horace Holley Translated into French. Paper cover. Net ........................... $0.10

Braille

A number of Bahá’í works have been transcribed in Braille, for the blind. Special Braille price list sent on request.

PERIODICALS

World Order

A monthly magazine, the public organ of the National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá’ís of the United States and Canada. Edited by Stanwood Cobb and Horace Holley. It aims to clarify the vital elements of the Bahá’í Faith in relation to the problem of social regeneration. First issue April, 1935. 48 pages. Annual subscription, $2.00; for Public and University Libraries, $1.75; single copies, 20 cents. Bound Volumes .................... $2.50 Vol. I April 1935-March 1936. Vol. II April 1936-March 1937 now available.

The Bahá’í Magazine

Founded in 1910 as Bahá’í News, later published as Star of the West. Name changed to World Order, March 1935. The back numbers and bound volumes of this periodical form an important part of the student’s library of Bahá’í literature. Vols. II and III incomplete. Vols. IV to XXV in half leather, per volume. $3.50; two volumes bound as one, $6.00.

The Bahá’í World

Prepared by an International Editorial Committee under the direction of Shoghi Effendi

The record of international Bahá’í activity; lists of Bahá’í centers in America, Europe and the East; Bibliographies of Bahá’í literature in various languages; translations of many important selections from the text of Bahá’u’lláh, the Báb and ‘Abdu’l-Bahá; and general articles dealing with the relations of the Bahá’í Faith to present-day world problems.

Each volume illustrated with many photographs. Bound in cloth.

Volume I, for the period April, 1925—April, 1926. Published under the title of “Bahá’í Year Book.” 174 pp. ....... $ .75

Volume II, April, 1926—April 1928. 304 pp. ...................... $1.50

Volume III, April, 1928—April, 1930. 378 pp. ...................... $2.50

Volume IV, April, 1930—April, 1932. 548 pp. ...................... $2.50

Volume V, April, 1932—April, 1934. 712 pp. ...................... $2.50

Volume VI, April, 1934—April, 1936. Net ........................... $3.00

The titles listed in this catalog include only those Bahá’í works which have been approved as authentic and reliable and which likewise are in print and available at the date the catalog is issued. For a complete Bahá’í Bibliography, consult the latest volume of “The Bahá’í World.”

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Information regarding discounts allowed to Bahá’í Assemblies and on large individual orders given on request.

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