Exploring the Kitáb-i-aqdas : the laws and teachings of the Bahá'í faith /

"This handbook is the first rigorous and comprehensive study of the Bahá'ís holy text, the Kitáb-i-Aqdas (the "Most Holy Book"). The Kitáb-i-Aqdas was written by Bahá'u'lláh in 1873 and covers the theology, laws and principles that guide the Bahá'í faith"--...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Ghaemmaghami, Omid (Author), Vafai, Shahin (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: London ; New York : I.B. Tauris, 2025.
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Table of Contents:
  • The Kitáb-i-Aqdas : History
  • The Kitáb-i-Aqdas : Language, Style, and Translation
  • Theological Foundations : God and the Manifestation of God
  • Human Beings : Identity, Nature, Purpose, and Journey
  • The Covenant of Bahá'u'lláh : Succession, Interpretation, and the Bahá'í Administrative Order
  • Personal Devotional Laws : Prayer, Fasting, and Other Practices
  • A Holy and Pure Life : Virtues and Laws
  • Laws Related to Personal Status and Death : Marriage, Divorce, Burial, and Inheritance
  • Community Laws : Education, Consultation, the Calendar, the Feast, and the Mashriqu'l-Adhkár
  • Unity : Vision and Provisions
  • Justice and Law : Principles and Administration
  • Bahá'u'lláh's Proclamation : Addresses to Kings, Rulers, and Religious Leaders.