An Introduction to the Baha'i Faith

Peter Smith traces the development of the Baha'i faith from its roots in the Babi movement of mid-nineteenth century Iran, through the lives and work of its prophet-founder, Baha'u'llah (1817-92), and his successors, to its contemporary emergence as a worldwide religion. - Explores the textual sources for Baha'i belief and practice, theology and anthropology and understanding of other religions. - Covers the concept of the spiritual path, the faith's law and administration and aspects of community life. - Examines the Baha'i's social teachings and activities in the wider world

Author: Peter Smith
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 04/01/2008
Pages: 256
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.02lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.08w x 0.75d
ISBN: 9780521862516

About the Author
Smith, Peter: - Peter Smith is Chairman of the Social Sciences Division, Mahidol University International College, Bangkok. He is author of several books in the field of Baha'i studies including The Bahá'í Faith: A Short History, 2nd edition (1999) and A Concise Encyclopedia of the Bahá'í Faith, 2nd edition (2002).