The Baha'i Faith
Brian Aull
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Participants welcome at individual sessions (series)
Prereq: None - Each session is self-contained.
Contact: Brian Aull, LIN-LI-127C, (781) 981-4676, aull@ll.mit.edu
A Beginner's Guide
Brian Aull
The Baha'i Faith is a world religion whose purpose is to unite the peoples of the world in one common cause, one universal faith. This session introduces the life, work, and teachings of its Prophet-Founder, Baha'u'llah (1817-1892).
Thu Jan 8, 07:30-09:00pm, W11-190
Reflections on the Life of the Spirit
Brian Aull
Baha'u'llah teaches that human beings are spiritual beings with the capacity to know and love their Creator. This session explores spiritual life, the role of prayer, and the nature of life after death.
Thu Jan 15, 07:30-09:00pm, W11-190
Science and Religion
Brian Aull
The Baha'i sacred writings liken science and religion to the wings of a bird: both must be strong for humanity to reach its full potential. This session explores the relationship between these two indispensable knowledge systems, the reasons why they seem to conflict and how they are reconcilable.
Thu Jan 22, 07:30-09:00pm, W11-190
Politics, Economics, and the Life of Society
Brian Aull
Baha'u'llah asserts the oneness of the human family. "The world is but one country," He states, "and mankind its citizens." The emergence of a mature world civilization requires that political institutions and economic systems reflect this core value. This session explores how this happens. The Baha'i administrative system and approach to social and economic development are presented as a model.
Thu Jan 29, 07:30-09:00pm, W11-190
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