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- Archive-name: bahai-faith/bibliography
- Last-Modified: 30-May-1994
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- This article is comprised of the following sections. For your
- convenience in searching, all section headings start in column 1.
-
- INTRODUCTORY BOOKS
- BOOKS BY BAHA'U'LLAH AND `ABDU'L-BAHA
- BAHA'I HISTORY
- OTHER BIBLIOGRAPHIES OF BAHA'I PUBLICATIONS
- HOW TO OBTAIN BAHA'I BOOKS (INCLUDING ELECTRONIC VERSIONS)
-
- Our thanks to the original author, Babak Kashef <babak@canada.sun.com>,
- and for suggestions, revisions and expansions offered by:
-
- Carl Fravel <71610.2560@compuserve.com>
- Ed Ordaz <70404.1133@compuserve.com>
- Mark Towfiq <towfiq@justice.medford.ma.us>
- Rick Troxel <rick@helix.nih.gov>
- Bruce Limber <blimber@cap.gwu.edu>
-
- Additional entries are solicited, subject to editorial review. If an
- entry is in a language other than English, please include an English
- translation.
-
- [An up to date version of this bibliography can always be obtained via
- anonymous ftp (give Name as "anonymous" and your login name as your
- password) from rtfm.mit.edu in the directory /pub/usenet/soc.religion.bahai]
-
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- INTRODUCTORY BOOKS
- ==================
-
- Titles within this section are arranged alphabetically.
-
-
- All Things Made New
- John Ferraby
- Baha'i Publishing Trust (United Kingdom), 338 pp
- ISBN 0-900125-24-1
-
- Offers the reader a comprehensive introduction to the Baha'i Faith.
- The author's inclusion of many quotations from the Baha'i sacred
- Writings complements an overview of the Faith as complete as to be
- found anywhere. Its first section, "The Teachings of the Faith,"
- discusses the oneness of God and of religion, the oneness of mankind,
- social and economic teachings, personal conduct, science and the
- knowledge of God, the relation of the Baha'i Faith to other religions.
- Part Two concerns the Central Figures of the Faith; and Part Three,
- "The Baha'i Community," looks at the Covenant of Baha'u'llah, the
- Baha'i Administrative Order and laws, obligations and teaching the
- Faith.
-
-
- The Baha'is
- Baha'i International Community, 80pp
- ISBN 1-870989-37-6
-
- A magazine format overview of the Baha'i Faith. It covers the basics
- of Baha'i beliefs and history.
-
-
- The Baha'i Faith
- Mary Perkins
- Baha'i Publishing Trust (United Kingdom), 96pp
- ISBN 0-7062-39393
-
- A short, basic introduction to the Baha'i Faith, covering the history,
- teachings and way of life of the Baha'i community. One of the most
- popular, easy to read introductions to the Baha'i Faith. Fully
- illustrated.
-
-
- The Baha'i Faith: The Emerging Global Religion
- William S. Hatcher & J. Douglas Martin
- Harper & Row, 248 pp
- ISBN 0-06065-441-4 (cloth)
- ISBN 0-06312-078-X (paper)
-
- As the publishers describe it, "Here is the first definitive
- introduction -- sure to become a standard reference work -- of the
- history, teaching, administrative structure and community life of the
- Baha'i Faith, the youngest and one of the fastest growing of the
- world's independent religions." Martin, an historian, and Hatcher, a
- professor of mathematics, have produced a survey of the Baha'i Faith
- especially strong in its examination of the turbulent early history of
- the Faith and its relationship to Islam. The authors stress the
- pivotal concept of the Baha'i Faith: the oneness of the human race and
- an emerging global order. As well, they examine a wide range of
- Baha'i teachings, such as the oneness and progressive character of
- religion, the unity of science and religion, the equality of woman and
- man, economic justice, the spiritual foundation of life, the
- institutions of the Baha'i Faith and disciplines for daily living.
-
-
- Baha'u'llah and the New Era
- John Esslemont
- Baha'i Publishing Trust (United Kingdom), 318pp
- ISBN 0-87743-160-4
-
- The best known introductory book, translated into 30 languages, and in
- continuous print since 1923. Written by a distinguished early British
- Baha'i, this book presents a thorough outline of the history,
- principal figures, spiritual and social teachings, and administrative
- organization of the Faith. An especially interesting section examines
- the relationship of Baha'u'llah to the expectations and prophecies,
- such as the coming of the Kingdom of God in Christianity, that are to
- be found in all faiths.
-
-
- The Earth is But One Country
- John Huddleston
- Baha'i Publishing Trust (United Kingdom), 320pp
- ISBN 0-900125-91-8
-
- "Many, concerned about the condition of society and about the sense of
- unfulfillment in their personal lives," says the author,
- "automatically assume that they will not find an answer in religion.
- Past experience has left a negative impression of superstition and
- escapism. This Book is primarily addressed to those who have this
- point of view." It presents the needs of humanity today, emphasizing
- the practical means for building a new civilization where all peoples
- can live together in justice, harmony, and peace.
-
-
- I Shall Come Again
- Hudishar Motlagh
- Global Perspective, ~500pp
- ISBN 0-937661-00-7 (cloth); 0-937661-01-5 (paper)
-
- Briefly, this book goes into great detail about Biblical prophecies --
- especially time prophecies -- and their fulfillment by the Baha'i Faith.
- It contains numerous citations -- many of them quoting Christian scholars
- and authorities. It is the first in a (projected) 5 volume series.
-
-
- The Imperishable Dominion
- Udo Schaefer
- George Ronald Publisher, 320pp
- ISBN 0-85398-142-6
-
- An analysis of modern thought since the 1700's showing how it has
- contributed to society's current crises, and presenting the Baha'i
- answers to today's dilemmas.
-
-
- Preparing for a Baha'i/Christian Dialogue: Understanding Biblical Evidence
- Michael Sours
- Oneworld Publications Ltd
- Vol 1 ISBN 1-85168-018-7
- Vol 2 ISBN 1-85168-032-2
-
- A multi-volume study program designed to help Baha'is familiarize
- themselves with the Bible and Christian theology. Well written and
- not cumbersome. Among the features one finds practical advice on how
- to study the Bible; methods of interpreting the Bible; answers to the
- most common Christian questions concerning proofs and progressive
- revelation; and answers to Christian questions about Baha'i teachings,
- the Bible, and Christ.
-
-
- The Prophecies of Jesus
- Michael Sours
- Oneworld Publications Ltd, 223pp
- ISBN 1-85168-025-X
-
- In the nineteenth century, many Christians throughout the Western
- world expected the fulfillment of Jesus' prophecies. Some even
- ventured to conclude from the Scriptures that Jesus would return in
- 1844. This widespread expectation is well known to historians and
- culminated in what has been referred to as 'the Great Disappointment.'
- Yet in the very same year, a dynamic religious movement swept across
- Persia which heralded the advent and swift emergence of the Baha'i
- Faith, the only religion born during that time to become a global
- faith. Its founder, Baha'u'llah, claimed to be no less than the
- fulfillment of the very biblical prophecies that had so inspired the
- hopes of the Christian adventists. _Prophecies of Jesus_ offers a
- thoughtful, verse by verse exploration of Jesus's greatest prophetic
- sermon in the light of Baha'u'llah's extraordinary ministry and
- teachings and of nineteenth century Christian beliefs and current
- Christian interpretations.
-
-
- The Renewal of Civilization
- David Hofman
- George Ronald Publisher, 144pp
- ISBN 0-85398-007-1
-
- Examination of religion as the creative force behind the rise and
- reformation of civilization.
-
-
- To a Seeker
- Nathan Rutstein
- George Ronald Publisher, 121pp
- ISBN 0-85398-239-2
-
- The need for spiritual development as a pathway to happiness is
- frequently overlooked. The author describes how the Baha'i Faith can
- show us the way to that elusive happiness. A dramatic vision of the
- future, and the steps now being taken by Baha'is to attain it, is
- offered to the seeker who searches for a "new day."
-
-
- A Thief in the Night: The Case of the Missing Millennium
- William Sears
- George Ronald, Publisher, 304pp
- ISBN 85398-008-X
-
- The author describes how, having once discovered a problem -- the
- belief among many Christians of that time that Christ's return would
- take place in the 1840's -- he set out to unearth the clues leading to
- its solution. The Baha'i Faith is presented as that solution.
-
-
- BOOKS BY BAHA'U'LLAH AND `ABDU'L-BAHA
- =====================================
-
- The following books have been in some cases published by a number of
- Baha'i publishing trusts in various countries. Where ISBN numbers are
- listed, they are generally for the least expensive edition currently
- available from the USA Baha'i Distribution Service.
-
- Baha'u'llah
- -----------
-
- The Hidden Words of Baha'u'llah
- Verses of guidance and comfort, forming the ethical heart of Baha'u'llah's
- message.
-
- The Seven Valleys and the Four Valleys
- Two mystical writings, on the stages in the spiritual growth of the
- soul.
-
- The Kitab-i-Iqan (Book of Certitude)
- Baha'u'llah's teachings on the subject of progressive revelation
- (the view that the religions and prophets are part of one historical
- process by which God has educated mankind). Explanations of earlier
- scriptures and the prophecies they contain.
-
- The Kitab-i-Aqdas (Most Holy Book)
- ISBN 0-85398-999-0 (hardcover)
- Baha'u'llah's book of laws for this dispensation, together further
- explanations by Baha'u'llah and comprehensive notes from the Universal
- House of Justice.
-
- Tablets of Baha'u'llah
- ISBN 0-87743-216-3 (paperback)
- A collection of some of Baha'u'llah's later writings, revealed after
- the Kitab-i-Aqdas. This collection includes the following tablets:
- Tablet of Carmel, The Most Holy Tablet, Ornaments, Spendors, Effulgences,
- Glad-Tidings, and Tablet of the World.
-
- Epistle to the Son of the Wolf
- ISBN 0-87743-048-9
- ISBN 0-87743-235-X (paperback)
- One of Baha'u'llah's last writings, this is essentially Baha'u'llah's
- anthology of His own teachings.
-
- Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah
- ISBN 0-87743-111-6 (hardcover)
- ISBN 0-87743-112-4 (paperback)
- A collection of extracts of Baha'u'llah's writings covering many
- subjects.
-
- Prayers and Meditations
- A large collection of prayers and meditations revealed by
- Baha'u'llah. Some of these are prayers revealed for us to use, and
- some are Baha'u'llah's own prayers to God.
-
- `Abdu'l-Baha
- ------------
-
- Selections from the Writings of `Abdu'l-Baha
- A collection of important passages from the writings of `Abdu'l-Baha.
-
- Promulgation of Universal Peace
- The public talks given by `Abdu'l-Baha while he traveled through the
- United States.
-
- Paris Talks
- Another collection of public talks on various subjects by `Abdu'l-Baha.
-
- Some Answered Questions, 324pp
- ISBN 0-87743-163-9 (paperback)
- A collection of "table talks" in which `Abdu'l-Baha answered a
- number of posed questions on a wide range of philisophical, religious
- and social questions, including the relationship of the Baha'i teachings
- to the Bible and evolution.
-
- Collections
- -----------
-
- Baha'i Prayers
- ISBN 0-87743-175-2
- ISBN 0-87743-176-0 (paperback)
- ISBN 0-87743-177-9 (deluxe)
- Prayers from Baha'u'llah, `Abdu'l-Baha, and the Bab, arranged by
- subject
-
- The Divine Art of Living
- Baha'i teachings on various aspects of living a spiritual life.
-
- Unto Him Shall We Return
- Baha'i teachings on the purpose of life, and on death and life after
- death.
-
- The Power of Unity
- Baha'i teachings on the application of the spiritual principle of
- unity in general to race unity in particular.
-
- Peace: More than an End to War
- Baha'i teachings about the establishment of true peace in this
- world, and the prerequisites to that occurring.
-
-
- BAHA'I HISTORY
- ==============
-
- God Passes By, 450pp
- ISBN 0-87743-020-9
- ISBN 0-87743-034-9 (paper)
- The history of the first 100 years of the Baha'i Faith (1844-1944) written
- by its appointed Guardian, Shoghi Effendi. This is a well written and
- complete summary of events and their significance.
-
- Nabil's Narrative (the Dawn Breakers)
- The history of approximately the first 20 years of the Baha'i Faith written
- by an observer of many of the events described.
-
-
- OTHER BIBLIOGRAPHIES OF BAHA'I PUBLICATIONS
- ===========================================
-
- Bibliography of English-Language Works on the Babi and Baha'i Faith,
- 1844-1985
- William P. Collins
- Oxford: George Ronald, 1990
- ISBN 0-85398-315-1
- The most comprehensive bibliography of English-language publications
-
- The Baha'i Faith: A Historical Bibliography
- Joel Bjorling
- New York: Garland Publishing, 1985
- A less comprehensive bibliography which has been superseded by
- Collins
-
- The Baha'i Studies Bulletin
- Newcastle upon Tyne, U.K., 1982-
- This periodical contains regular bibliographic listings
-
- The Baha'i World, v.XVIII, 1979-1983, pp. 887-889
- Haifa: Baha'i World Centre, 1986
- Includes a brief listing of books in languages other than English
-
-
- HOW TO OBTAIN BAHA'I BOOKS (INCLUDING ELECTRONIC VERSIONS)
- ==========================================================
-
- a) Visit your public library. It is quite likely that your library
- has a few introductory titles.
-
- b) Contact your local Baha'i community. Many local communities have a
- local phone number listed under "Baha'i Faith," or "Baha'i
- Community."
-
- c) Call the Baha'i Publishing Trust in your country. In the USA this
- is (800)999-9019. The staff can take telephone orders, and can
- also send you a price list and a more complete listing of
- publications than included in this article.
-
- d) Call or visit one of the Baha'i bookstores. For example, there is
- a book store at the Los Angeles Baha'i Center, (Los Angeles Baha'i
- Booksource, (213) 933-8297), and one at the Baha'i Temple in
- Wilmette, IL.
-
- e) Many of the books by Baha'u'llah, Abdu'l-Baha and Shoghi Effendi (as
- well as some others) are available via anonymous ftp from "ftp.bwc.org"
- and "oneworld.wa.com".
-
- To obtain these type:
- ftp ftp.bwc.org OR ftp oneworld.wa.com
- At the "Name" prompt type:
- anonymous
- At the "Password" prompt type your email address.
-
- You should now get a "ftp>" prompt. You must then navigate through the
- ftp file system (a tree structure) using commands "ls" and "dir" to list
- the directories and "cd" to change directory. Use "get <filename>" to
- transfer files from there to your computer. Be aware that the files are
- in a compressed format so you must be able to decompress them when you
- obtain them (this also means that you must issue the ftp command "binary"
- before issuing any get commands). On ftp.bwc.org the books are in the
- directory "bahai". One oneworld.wa.com they are in the directory "pub/bwc".
-
- A mosaic (or WWW) interface to one of the ftp sites is available using
- the URL: http://www.usask.ca/~maton/bahai.html
-