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Selected NEW PUBLICATIONS
And the Trees Clapped their Hands: Stories of Bahá’í Pioneers Compiled by Claire Vreeland. Oxford: George Ronald, 1994. 408 pp.
Free-lance journalist Claire Vreeland presents 38 inspiring stories of men and women who faced the challenges of new cultures, jobs, languages, and lifestyles to take the message of Bahá’u’lláh around the world.
Angel Ruckus , B.K. Filson. Manotick, Ontario: Nine Pines Publishing, 1994. 64 pp.
A book of poetry by a writer whose works draw from his rural roots and urban adult life and explore Bahá’í themes.
The Bahá’í Faith in America, Volume 2: Early Expansion 19001912 Robert H. Stockman. Oxford: George Ronald, 1995. 592 pp.
A sequel to The Bahá’í Faith in America: Origins 1892-1900 which looks at the second phase of the development of the North American Bahá’í community from its early efforts at consolidation, through its expansion into the west and south, to its emergence as one of the key Bahá’í communities in the world. The volume contains new authorized translations of 33 tablets of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá.
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Basic Truths Series Bambi Betts. Oxford: George Ronald, 1995. 32 pp. and 15 line drawings per book.
The third set in a popular series for young children, these books are designed to help parents teach their children some of the ideas enshrined in the Bahá’í teachings. Wings ofa Bird addresses the concept of equality between women and men, When I Die provides ideas for responding to children’s questions about death, and I Agree is concerned With the importance of the laws God reveals.
Behold Me: Bahá’í Writings on Unity Based on a compilation originally prepared by George Allen. London: Bahá’í Publishing Trust, 1995. 144 pp.
The first truly comprehensive selection of more than 230 extracts from the Bahá’í writings on the central theme of Bahá’u’lláh’s Revelation: the unity of the human race. The selections, accompanied by photographs, are thematically arranged to focus on different aspects of unity, such as overcoming prejudices of race and color, the role of the Bahá’í community in establishing world unity, foundations of unity, and Bahá’u’lláh—the Unifier.
Buddhism and the Bahzi’l’ Faith: An Introduction to the Bahá’í Faith for Theravada Buddhists Moojan Momen. Oxford: George Ronald, 1995. 128 pp.
An examination of the similarities between the teachings of Bahá’u’lláh and the Buddha, With particular emphasis on ethical and moral teachings, metaphysical teachings, social teachings, and laws, rituals, and festivals. The volume also considers the prophecies of the Buddha and the life of Bahá’u’lláh.
Dimensions in Spirituality: Reflections on the Meaning of Spiritual Life and Transformation in Light of the Bahá’í Faith J .A. McLean. Oxford: George Ronald, 1994. 336 pp.
J.A. McLean, Who holds a master’s degree in the history of religions, offers personal reflections and analysis of Bahá’í writings, combined With ideas gleaned from spiritual psychology, philosophical theology and the world’s religions, to provide the contemporary seeker With insights into the search for truth, the meaning of prophetic faith, prayer and meditation, finding meaning in adversity, and the dynamics of spiritual growth.
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The Great Adventure Florence Mayberry. Manotick, Ontario: Nine Pines Publishing, 1994, 217 pp.
Florence Mayberry tells the story of her life, from her earliest years growing up in the Ozarks of the United States through her discovery of the Bahá’í Faith to her many years as a Bahá’í Counsellor, including her extensive travels and her appointment as a member of the International Teaching Centre When that body was inaugurated in 1973.
Journey into Exile: The Story of Bahá’u’llz’lh Written and illustrated by Mary Firman. London: Bahá’í Publishing Trust, 1994. 32 pp.
This activity book for children ages 7—12 provides insight into the historical background of the life and times of Bahá’u’lláh, giving facts about the Middle East in the nineteenth century through puzzles and games.
A Key to Loving Betty Frost. Oxford: George Ronald, 1994. 72 pp.
The author looks for solutions in the Bahá’í writings to the difficulties of maintaining loving, creative relationships with spouses, family members, and colleagues.
Knowing Yourself Fully J immi Shayne. Manotick, Ontario: Nine Pines Publishing, 1994. 59 pp.
A first book of short verse by a well-loved teacher of the Bahá’í Faith.
Lectures on Bahá’í-Inspired Curricula Farzam Arbab. Riviera Beach, Florida: Palabra Publications, 1994. 76 pp.
Dr. Farzam Arbab describes an approach to curricular development taken by educators in Colombia and other nations to base a general curriculum on Bahá’í teachings.
Life After Death: A Study of the Afterlife in World Religions Farnéz Ma’sfimian. Oxford: Oneworld Publications, 1995. 200 pp.
This investigation of the afterlife teachings of seven world religions explores the nature of the soul and concepts such as heaven and hell, examines the doctrines of reincarnation and transmigration, and compares accounts of near—death experiences with religious beliefs about the afterlife.
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Life, Death, and Immortality: The Journey of the Soul Compiled by Terrill G. Hayes, Betty J. Fisher, Richard A. Hill, Terry J . Cassiday. Wilmette, Illinois: Bahá’í Publishing Trust, 1994, 193 pp.
A collection of Bahá’í writings on the soul and its development which explains the purpose of life and includes prayers and meditations for spiritual awakening and growth.
The Most Holy Tablet Baha’u’llah. Original photographs by Mark Sadan. London: Nightingale Books, 1995. 72 pp.
Mark Sadan’s photographs of scenes associated with Baha’u’llah’s exile in the Holy Land accompany this tablet in which Baha’u’llah reveals parallels between His own life and the sufferings of Jesus and asserts His claim to be Chn'st returned in the glory of the Father.
The Proofs of Bahá’u’lláh’s Mission Compiled by Paul Lample. Riviera Beach, Florida: Palabra Publications, 1994. 234 pp.
Compiled from the writings of Baha’u’llah, the Báb, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, Shoghi Effendi, and the Universal House of Justice, this book presents Bahá’u’lláh’s own explanations and proofs supporting His station as the Manifestation of God for this day.
Reflections Compiled by Akwasi O. Osei. Oxford: George Ronald, 1994. 128 pp.
A rich compilation of verses from the Bahá’í writings selected to inspire reflection on such topics as the meaning of life, the mystery of love, peace, Virtue, and the new world envisaged by Baha’u’llah.
Reflections on the Life of the Spirit Ruhi Institute. Riviera Beach, Florida: Palabra Publications, 1994. 52 pp.
This book combines the three basic spiritual foundation courses of the Ruhi Institute: understanding the Bahá’í writings, prayer, and life after death. The courses are specifically designed to develop the capability to read and understand the Bahá’í writings and to evoke the spiritual attitudes and behaviors that can serve as a means for service to the Cause.
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Sexuality, Relationships and Spiritual Growth Agnes Ghaznavi. Oxford: George Ronald, 1995. 173 pp.
A practicing psychiatrist examines the age—old questions related to sexuality and chastity Within the paradigm brought by the Bahá’í Faith, offering a new understanding of the link between the spiritual and the physical in maniage.
Songs for the Phoenix Michael Fitzgerald. Oxford: George Ronald, 1995. 224 pp.
Michael Fitzgerald’s eighth book of poetry focuses on the spirit in daily life and the spirit Within. This collection of 150 new poems, as well as a selection of previously published poems, is also a celebration of collective life and the ideal mission of the divine Messenger.
Teaching Children’s Classes, Grade 1 Ruhi Institute. Riviera Beach, Florida: Palabra Publications, 1995. 128 pp.
This volume includes three courses designed to develop the skills and capabilities needed to conduct Bahá’í children’s classes: some principles of Bahá’í education; lessons for children’s classes, grade 1; and conducting classes for children.
Twin Holy Days: Birthday of Bahá’u’lláh, Birthday of the Báb Los Angeles: Kalimét Press, 1994. 129 pp.
This compilation includes prayers and tablets revealed for these Holy Days, stories about the birth and childhood of Bahá’u’lláh and the Báb, the history of the first Observances of these days, and quotations from the writings of Bahá’u’lláh and the Báb.
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