The Bahi Faith underwent a rapid expansion beginning in the 1960s, and by the early 21st century it had more than 180 national spiritual assemblies (national governing bodies) and several thousand local spiritual assemblies. Backbiting, Criticism, Faultfinding, Gossip, Lies, Slander Etc. Zackery M. Heern does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment. Im glad to know that you have found a better life after moving on, as have I. gss t ws mr lk prf tht yr prblms l lss n pltcs nd rlgn nd mre n mntal hlth sss? Select search scope, currently: articles+ all catalog, articles, website, & more in one search; catalog books, media & more in the Stanford Libraries' collections; articles+ journal articles & other e-resources In the end (undefined in conventional thinking) all knees will bow before the King of all Kings, Jesus Christ. In a letter written to an individual believer on behalf of the Guardian it is stated: 'If we are better, if we show love, patience, and understanding of the weakness of others, if we seek to never criticize but rather encourage, others will do likewise, and we can really help the Cause through our example and spiritual strength. Occasionally Ive heard the uninformed opinion that the Bahai Faith is a sect of Islam not true! Still, when I left the Administration I formally withdrew but this had more to do with the sanctity of the rites of initiation in the Christain Church than it did with the Administration of the Bahai faith. Marrying that mentally immature woman was perhaps the biggest mistake of my life, and joining the Bahai Faith was the second biggest. The religion began with considerable controversy. You don't need to belong to a religion to be of service to others and do good in the world. Browne wrote that while he found them admirable, in his view they are inferior to the simplicity and beauty of the teachings of Christ. Each of us is immeasurably far from being 'perfect as our heavenly Father is perfect' and the task of perfecting our own life and character is one that requires all our attention, our will-power and energy. All national spiritual assemblies of the world periodically constitute themselves an international convention and elect a supreme governing body known as the Universal House of Justice. You will overcome self, you will not even have time to think of the faults of others'. There is, of course the right of appeal from the Local to the National Assembly, and from that to Shoghi Effendi,* but the matter ought to be dealt with, in the first instance, by the Local Spiritual Assembly. The letters or contact of why you are withdrawing are also another reason why not to do so. Actually, when I was Bahai I was dating a nominal Christian, and I had suggested the UU church as a possible place that we could go for worship together if we got married. Get in touch with the Bahais in your community. Ottoman officials later moved Baha'u'llah to the prison city of Akka in Palestine. I do not desire for you financial distinction. The clear, forthright responses he gave to the criticism that "the Baha'i Faith offers nothing new," have become, during the intervening century, a classic catalog of the many unique and unprecedented aspects of the Baha'i teachings and principles. I cant remember if it was one year or two years, but it was probably closer to one year. [12], Regarding the Bah teachings of peace and unity, E.G. [19] Soon after this, I began my relationship with Cheri, the woman that would later become my wife. Despite their apparent differences, the worlds great religions, according to the Bahs, teach an identical truth. Criticism of the Baha'i Faith I can only speak for myself, but I consider direct and detailed criticism of the Baha'i Faith to be an essential part of the recovery process involved in leaving it. Dale's Declarations. Now is certainly not the time for any man to think of himself, or busy himself with the weaknesses of his brother; but, rather each and every Bah must concentrate on the tasks ahead and be reborn in the service of Bahullh. You may know of some other misconceptions, and I learned on our interfaith panel that they can be a wonderful topic for public discussion. Bah World News Service Bah' International Community, has confiscated properties from Baha'i families. More than one person has said Bahais arent involved in social action. Nothing could be further from the truth. Theimplication is that Bahai is Jewish, which may also be mistakenly inferred by some because the world headquarters of the Bahai Faith is in Haifa, Israel. In this two-part article we will briefly examine: (1) The Baha'i approach to other religions. If manifestations are allowed to contradict one another, then there is no way to separate false manifestations from true ones or to discover if any of them really speak for the true and living God. [17], Bahu'llh's teachings on the equality of men and women, and that slavery should be banned, were controversial ideas in the nineteenth century Middle East that contributed to attempts to destroy his movement.[16]. Perhaps youll be inspired to organize a similar discussion where you live. The members of the Hands of the Cause of God were appointed by Bah Allh and Shoghi Effendi. Christian apologist Francis J. Beckwith wrote of the Bah teachings: The fact that the various alleged manifestations of God represented God in contradictory ways implies either that manifestations of God can contradict one another or that God's own nature is contradictory. "he suggests you write the National Spiritual Assembly in a loving spirit, and point out to them how it distresses you to think that, after so many years of service, statements about you which you consider unjustified should be preserved. When we did, I left behind at the house most of the Bahai books and other literature I had collected from my eight or nine years as a Bahai. Its like Scientology in trying to manage apostasy in this way. When Bahaullahs son and successor Abdul-Baha visited North America in 1912, he modeled an example of social action when he told Bahais to racially integrate even in cities which were segregated at that time; and to also apply the Bahai principle of the equality of the sexes to their lives. I was recently invited to participate on an interfaith panel where we all responded to this question: What are the truths and misconceptions about your Faith? He further argued that in the case of "Baha'ism, with its rather vague doctrines as to the nature and destiny of the soul of man, it is a little difficult to see whence the driving force to enforce the ethical maxims can be derived. Instead, he joined a new religious movement, started by a young Iranian, known as the Bab. A Unitarian Bahai comes across as an idiot, again! Unfortunately, not only average people, but average Bahs, are very immature; gossip, trouble-making, criticism, seem easier than the putting into practice of love, constructive words and cooperation. I hope that you may become confirmed therein, because the worst human quality and the most great sin is backbiting; more especially when it emanates from the tongues of the believers of God. But this distinction must not depend upon wealththat they should become more affluent than other people. ThenI cut completely all personal ties to the Bahais in the Fort Worth area. Assistant Professor of History and Middle East Studies, Idaho State University. "[25] Excommunication among Bahs is rare and reserved for those actively promoting schism. Because the Bahai Faith is based in the grassroots, any social action is the result of consultative decisions made in any given locality and depends on local capacities. His writings, which promote peace and unity, are at the heart of the . Goodbye. The feasts are designed to ensure universal participation in the affairs of the community and the cultivation of the spirit of brotherhood and fellowship. How white they are!' The views expressed in our content reflect individual perspectives and do not represent the official views of the Baha'i Faith. Baha'u'llahs father was a minister in Irans government, which supported Shi'i Islam as the state religion. [27] Cole went on to criticize the Bah Faith in three articles written from 19982002,[28][29][30] describing a prominent Bah as "inquisitor" and "bigot", and describing Bah institutions as socially isolating, dictatorial, and controlling, with financial irregularities and sexual deviance. ". Beliefs, ideas and rituals of the Baha'is: 1 - Belief that Allaah is incarnated in some of His creation, and that Allaah was incarnated in al-Baab and al-Baha'. [27] Soon after his resignation, Cole created an email list and website called H-Bahai, which became a repository of both primary source material and critical analysis on the religion. "As to backbiting, the House of Justice points out that learning not to concern oneself with the faults of others seems to be one of the most difficult lessons for people to master, and that failing in this is a fertile cause of disputes among Bahs as it is among men and women in general. Hi, exmuslim atheist here. Today, Baha'u'llahs shrine, now in Israel, is an important pilgrimage site. Normally, it is possible to describe the situation surrounding a problem and seek help and advice in resolving it, without necessarily mentioning names. Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window). Deeds not words are what they demand, and no amount of fervor in the use of expressions of loyalty and adulation will compensate for failure to live in the spirit of the teachings.". The Earth is but one country, and mankind its citizens, Committee Member - MNF Research Advisory Committee, PhD Scholarship - Uncle Isaac Brown Indigenous Scholarship. ', and He replied: 'I will tell you. [1] Western academics have criticized the requirement for Bahs to seek pre-publication review when publishing on the religion[3] and the exclusion of women from serving on the Universal House of Justice. He teaches that God is a loving Parent who never uses threats or fear or guilt or shame in relating to Her/His children. I have been studying AJ Millers teachings for 17 months now. The Quran puts forth the same idea, because along with Muhammad it includes the Old Testament prophets and also Christ. There are no initiation ceremonies, no sacraments, and no clergy. The principal Bah tenets are the essential unity of all religions and the unity of humanity. In the temples there is no preaching; services consist of recitation of the scriptures of all religions. I declared back in 2008 when I was a naive open eyed idealist about the principles without knowing about all the contradictions and stuff. In this two-part article we will briefly examine: (1) the Baha'i approach to other religions; (2) the absence of the personal requirements Baha'i demands for the Manifestations; (3) anachronistic Baha'i scriptures; (4) the Miller analysis of the Baha'i faith; (5) moral concerns; (6) some Baha'i errors; and (7) failed prophecy and Baha'i misuse of The primary functions of both groups are to propagate the Bah Faith and protect the community. My family, like many Wilmette residents, witnessed its decades-long construction. Lights of Guidance/Backbiting, Criticism, Faultfinding, Gossip, Lies, Slander Etc. The Christian Bible clearly displays this concept, as it includes the Old Testament prophets Moses and Abraham, along with the New Testament prophet Jesus Christ, all of whom Bahais revere and consider divine messengers. How cadaverous looking!' She agreed! He was asked 'How shall I overcome seeing the faults of othersrecognizing the wrong in others? An overwhelming majority of Bbs acknowledged his claim and thenceforth became known as Bahs. Others step inside, behold its beauty, but do not penetrate far. ", " Backbiting quencheth the light of the heart, and extinguisheth the life of the soul. (2) The absence of personal requirements (Baha'i demands) for the Manifestations. Its just spiritual, not practical, was one incorrect comment Ive heard about the Bahai Faith not once, but many times. The Bible provides ALL the answers, in my truly humble (!) The year begins on the first day of spring, March 21, which is one of several holy days in the Bah calendar. On the 200th anniversary of the birth of Baha'u'llah, the founder of the Baha'i faith, the question remains: What is the reason for their persecution? ", " Vicious criticism is indeed a calamity. Realizing that I had to remove myself from that community outright as a matter of honor, I wrote the following letter: To the National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahais of the United States, The Baha'i Faith is not just a collection of philosophical principles or an attempt to combine or conflate religions. If capable, those between the ages of 15 and 70 are required to fast 19 days a year, going without food or drink from sunrise to sunset. One of them said: 'How putrid has this animal become!' The seat of the Universal House of Justice is in Haifa, Israel, in the immediate vicinity of the shrines of the Bb and Abd al-Bah and near the Shrine of Bah Allh at Bahj, near Akko. "Thou hast written regarding aims. In the love of God you must become distinguished from all else. Bah Allhs peculiar function was to overcome the disunity of religions and establish a universal faith. The Baha'i Faith is a dynamic world religion with several million adherents from a variety of different religious and cultural backgrounds. Please refer to the appropriate style manual or other sources if you have any questions. The central figure of the religion is Baha'u'llah, and Baha'is consider him to be the latest in a series of divine messengers. Extract from Dale Husbands blog. [27][31], Denis MacEoin, a scholar who had previously been a Bah, criticized what he saw as a threat to the impartiality of the academic field of Bb and Bah studies due to the dominance of practising Bahs in the field. The exclusion of same-sex marriage among Bahs has garnered considerable criticism in the Western world, where the Bah teachings on sexuality may appear to be unreasonable, dogmatic, and difficult to apply in Western society. [19] Abdu'l-Bah said that it would become clear in the future why the restriction was in place. While Bahais dont have traditional churches or mosques, local Bahai communities may decide to rent or buy a meeting place, usually called a Bahai Center, depending on the size of the Bahai community and their circumstances. Consider, that He did not look at all at the defects of that animal; nay, rather, He searched well until He found the beautiful white teeth. Omissions? This must be the point of distinction among you. In Iran, where the religion was founded, universities refuse to admit Baha'i students, Baha'i cemeteries have been destroyed and the countrys Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei has confiscated properties from Baha'i families. SOLanding, a Possible Cryptocurrency Scam Site? Throughout his life, Bah'u'llah penned over 100 volumes in Arabic and Persian. Syncretic means that a religion contains nothing original, but instead is a collection of teachings culled from other religions in an attempt to fuse them. I am totally convinced that the Baha'i Faith is doomed to fail in its mission to bring peace, unity, and a Golden Age to humanity and I therefore resign from my past membership in the Faith. Baha'u'llah encouraged Baha'is to cooperate with their governments and engage with the followers of all religions in a spirit of fellowship. "The only way jealousy or petty attitudes can be overcome is by the love and tact of the teacher; these are not things that can be solved by a 'ruling'.". No, never! 2 - Belief in the transmigration of souls, and that reward and punishment happen to the soul only. The religion began with considerable controversy. My life has changed in ways that I had hoped the Bahai Faith would help me do, but in 35 years has not. Its interesting how much confusion this lack of a fixed building in many Bahai communities can create for members of other Faiths who feel connected to their places of worship. If some means were devised so that the doors of backbiting could be shut eternally and each one of the believers of God unsealed his tongue in the praise of the other, then the teachings of His Holiness Baha'o'llah (Bahullh) would be spread, the hearts illuminated, the spirits glorified and the human world would attain to everlasting felicity. About a dozen of these have been translated into English and other languages. "On no subject are the Bah teachings more emphatic than on the necessity to abstain from fault-finding and backbiting while being ever eager to discover and root out our own faults and overcome our own failings. The other exclaimed: 'How it is deformed!' "[13], William McElwee Miller (18921993) was a Presbyterian missionary in Iran who published a polemic titled The Baha'i Faith (1974), in which he attacked the religion by promoting the views of individuals opposing Bah leadership. Try making a comment like an adult and I will then treat you like one. Every attempted Bah schism has failed to attract more than a few hundred individuals and declined over time. Heaven and Hell and the Baha'i Faith. I am closer to God than I have ever been, and less confused than I have ever been. Therefore, Baha'u'llahs teachings specifically advocate for racial unity, gender equality, universal education, and harmony of science and religion. The principal Bah tenets are the essential unity of all religions and the unity of humanity. Mrz Al Moammad first proclaimed his beliefs in 1844 and assumed the title of the Bb. Large-scale persecutions of his adherents, the Bbs, followed. Your opinion is based on no facts whatsoever and therefore is not worth considering. Its first leader, the Bb, was imprisoned and executed for heresy in 1850, and Bahu'llh, another central figure, was exiled from Iran and both the Ottoman and Persian Empires tried to destroy his movement. There were several completely inactive Bahais in the North Richland Hills, Texas locality who I never saw in the years I was a Bahai, but there was no talk of them not having administrative rights. [3][9], Christian author and missiologist Ed Stetzer rejects the Bah Faith as a syncretic combination of faiths,[10] while Christian author John Ankerberg points to discrepancies between faiths to contradict the idea of unity of religion.[8]. p. 192) Bahullh says in the Hidden Words: 'Breathe not the sins of others so long as thou art a sinner. The Baha'i Faith, the world's newest independent global belief system, teaches the oneness of God, the unity of humanity , and the essential harmony of religion. The problem is that everything you hear in the news is about the superficiality, immorality, and degradation of Hollywood. More recently I found that the Dalai Lama said something similar in just two paragraphs of his 10-chapter book, he says hes not an advocate of religious syncretism such as you find in Bahaism.. Its six years since I declared and four or five since I became an ex Bahai. [23], The Bah teachings emphasize the need for unity, and have an official line of succession of leadership to prevent schism. The writings and spoken words of the Bb, Bah Allh, and Abd al-Bah form the sacred literature of the Bah Faith. https://bahai.works/index.php?title=Lights_of_Guidance/Backbiting,_Criticism,_Faultfinding,_Gossip,_Lies,_Slander_Etc.&oldid=121304. "The question of dealing with those who call themselves Bahs but who act in ways which we believe to be detrimental to the interests of the Cause is a very difficult one. The criticism and challenges it has faced vary considerably in different regions of the world. Of course, because the Bahai teachings emphasize the oneness of all religion, Bahais believe in the Jewish prophets and revere their Faith. [1][2], The criticism and challenges it has faced vary considerably in different regions of the world. Cults have charismatic leaders, and Bahais have no clergy or leaders at all. For backbiting is divisive, it is the leading cause among the friends of a disposition to withdraw. Out of the frying pan and into the fire, so to speak. Quoted in, Last edited on 12 February 2023, at 13:17, Political accusations against the Baha'i Faith, "The Economist explains: The Bahai faith", "Possible Criticisms of the Baha'i Faith from a Feminist Perspective", "The Baha'i Faith in America as Panopticon, 1963-1997", "Fundamentalism in the Contemporary U.S. Baha'i Community", "Bah' Youth and Sexuality A Personal/Professional View", "Missionary as Historian: William Miller and the Bah' Faith", "Marginality and Apostasy in the Baha'i Community", "An Introduction to Bah' Law: Doctrinal Foundations, Principles and Structures", "A Short Introduction to the Bah' Faith", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Criticism_of_the_Bah_Faith&oldid=1138934100, This page was last edited on 12 February 2023, at 13:17. Importantly, the Bahai Faith first emerged in a Muslim culture in what is now Iran, so Islam could be said to be its parent Faith in the same way that Judaism was the parent Faith of Christianity. For many, the Baha'i faith is one of the most universal religions. ", "Indeed the believers have not yet fully learned to draw on each other's love for strength and consolation in time of need. Cheri came to love the freedom of thought in that church, despite still being a strong Christian, while I came to love the powerful community the church provided, despite my agnosticism. One must expose the praiseworthy qualities of the souls and not their evil attributes. In 'Star of the West', Volume 8, No. ", " Each of us is responsible for one life only, and that is our own. BAHA'IS AND THE NATURE OF GOD The Baha'i Faith is a scriptural religion; the current written texts are considered fully authoritative. The first time I heard the word syncretic connected with the Bahai Faith was from a college professor who knew I was Bahai but wanted to instruct me about this particular weakness he perceived. Essential unity of humanity 1 ] [ 2 ], the worlds great religions, according to the city. 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