Baha'u'llah and the New Era: An Introduction to the Baha'i Faith [Paperback]

J. E. Esslemont (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0877431604 | ISBN-13: 978-0877431602 | Publication Date: June 1980 | Edition: 5

In this compact work, Esslemont comprehensively yet succinctly sets forth the teachings of Baha'u'llah, the Prophet and Founder of the Baha'i Faith. He outlines the religion's early history; explains its theology; incorporates extracts from Baha'i scripture; and provides information on Baha'i spiritual practices. This is essential reading for students of comparative religion.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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About the Author

J. E. Esslemont (1874-1925) was a prominent Baha'i from Scotland. He trained in medicine at Aberdeen University, graduating in 1898. Tuberculosis forced him to abandon a promising career in medical research and to pursue other interests. He was also a linguist, learning six languages including Persian and Arabic. This enabled him to assist in translating a number of important Baha'i works. Baha'u'llah and the New Era first appeared in 1923. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 300 pages
• Publisher: Bahai Pub Trust; 5 edition (June 1980)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0877431604
• ISBN-13: 978-0877431602
• Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 4.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,755,494 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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25 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It's a New Dawn, January 14, 2001

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Joel Brown (Pittsburgh, PA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Baha'u'llah and the New Era: An Introduction to the Baha'i Faith (Paperback)

I'm not going to get into much detail here, because this a book that you really just need to read for yourself. Verily, every Earthling should read this. Okay, that is a biased thing to say. ( I believe in Baha'u'llah's revelation ) But to view this as a reader and not a theologian, it is a remarkable introduction to the 2nd most widespread and youngest of the world religions. It is a source of the Baha'i view on a very large number of issues that face the world today. I think its easy to at first be utterly confused by the Baha'i faith, but this book should aid you in a comprehension of Its message and what it means to be one of Its adherents.

23 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Good Read, even for Non-Bahais, June 19, 2001

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Andre M. "brnn64" (Mt. Pleasant, SC United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Baha'u'llah and the New Era: An Introduction to the Baha'i Faith (Paperback)

As with many Bahai writings (I'm not a member, but I have been to Bahai functions, read much of their literature, and have close friends in this faith), one doesn't have to be a member to enjoy this book. A lot of what Esslemont says here is practical for anyone. Partricularly such advice as-

"For a child, a teacher is necessary, but the aim of a true teacher is to teach his pupil how to do without a teacher."

"The time has come when narrow national patroitisms should be merged in the wider patriotism whose country is the world."

Want more? Buy the book and see.

14 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A CONCISE, EASY TO READ OVERVIEW OF THE BAHA'I FAITH, September 22, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Baha'u'llah and the New Era: An Introduction to the Baha'i Faith (Paperback)

Bahá'u'lláh and the New Era is an easy to digest overview of the Bahá'í Faith that includes a thorough yet concise outline of the history and teachings of this, the youngest of the worlds major religions. This book is a "must read" for anyone interested in learning the basics of this religion that strives toward unity in diversity under God and elevates such ideas as the elimination of religious and racial bigotry and the parity of rights and freedoms between women and men to the status of divinely ordained law.