Bahai Faith: A Short History; Author: Smith, Peter; Introduction: Smith, Peter; Paperback

Author: Smith, Peter; Introduction: Smith, Peter
Paperback
176 pages
Published: July 1999
Oneworld
ISBN: 1851682082

Featuring contributions from the most prominent voices in contemporary religious scholarship, this is a clear, concise and accessible exploration into religion and the meaning of life.The first volume in a series offering a global approach to religious and ethical questions, the contributions are written from the perspective of each religious tradition of the world, from Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Islam and Christianity to Jainism, Confucianism, and Haitian voodoo.Drawing together the essays of such eminent scholars as John Hick, Huston Smith, Ninian Smart and Keith Ward, the reader is presented with the historical understanding, comparative analysis and philosophical insights necessary for an informed and personal understanding of the meaning of life.A clear introduction to the history of a little-known but rapidly growing religion. Offers a short introduction to the history of the Baha'i faith, from its roots in 19th-century Iran to its present position as one of the world's fastest-growing religions. The book traces the development of this faith through to its emergence as an independent religion.