In 1901, 'Abdu'l-Bahá purchased land in what is now Jordan that would become the village of 'Adasíyyih. Through His guidance and unending inspiration, Bahá'í pioneers from Iran would soon settle there and transform a degraded parcel of land--which 'Abdu'l-Bahá reportedly described as the most inhospitable place on Earth--into the site of a thriving farm and prosperous community whose residents embodied the Bahá'í teachings.The story of 'Adasíyyih is offered within the context of th...

'Abdu'l-Baha, meaning "Servant of the Glory," is the title assumed by 'Abbas Effendi (1844-1921) - the eldest son and appointed successor of Baha'u'llah, the Prophet and Founder of the Baha'i Faith. After His father's passing in 1892, 'Abdu'l-Baha assumed leadership of the worldwide Baha'i community until the time of his own passing in 1921. During that time he corresponded with Baha'is all over the world, providing them with an abundance of practical and spiritual guidance. The works coll...

"The sun of Baha has set." These were the opening words of the telegram announcing the ascension of Baha'u'llah, the Prophet and Founder of the Baha'i Faith, Who passed from this earthly life in the early hours of May 29, 1892. As the news traveled, throngs of mourners from all walks of life descended upon the fields surrounding the Bahji compound where He had spent His final years on earth as a prisoner of the Ottoman Empire. Within twenty-four hours His sacred remains had been interred i...

Published especially for the occasion of the centenary of the passing of 'Abdu'l-Bahá, Pearls of Bounty is a new collection of prayers, Tablets, and talks of the Master translated into English and prepared for publication over the years in the course of the work at the Bahá'í World Centre. This beautiful limited-edition book contains nineteen prayers, most of which were revealed for or about children; twenty-eight Tablets, including the historic Tablets to The Hague; and twelve table talks...

A new introductory booklet from Baha'i Publishing that covers Baha'i teachings, history, and community building activities. Easily share the Faith with friends and neighbors on any occasion.