Teach the Baha'i Faith with Ease [Paperback]

V. Mitra Gopaul (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 27, 1997

The Baha'i Faith is entering a new and challenging phase of expansion of its membership, which calls for the participation of every one of its believers. This requires an effective teaching campaign with a clear understanding of the guidelines and opportunities.

Teach the Baha'i Faith With Ease is a useful resource for both new and experienced Baha'i teachers. Gopaul attempts to answer some basic questions, such as

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About the Author

V. Mitra Gopaul has been a Baha'i for over 25 years with extensive teaching experience in Canada, USA, Europe, and the Caribbean Islands. He is an independent computer consultantbased in Ontario, Canada, offering his software expertise to major international companies such as Merrill Lynch, IBM, Xerox, and the Royal Bank of Canada. He has written six books for software professionals.

Product Details

• Paperback: 216 pages
• Publisher: UnityWorks.com (December 27, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0968297609
• ISBN-13: 978-0968297605
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 6.8 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,265,516 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Unique Book, March 22, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Teach the Baha'i Faith with Ease (Paperback)

It is very refreshing to see an author being different from the rest. Some of the things I like are:

- Logical explanation of the reasons of sharing the Baha'i Faith to others.

- Inspiring true teaching stories.

- Cartoons (don't find them in other Baha'i books).

- Explanations of difficult words.

- A list of of Bahs'i historical events.

- Brief explanations of major religions of the world (very useful).

- Quotations regarding ENTRY BY TROOPS.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Personal Approach, March 31, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Teach the Baha'i Faith with Ease (Paperback)

The approach is a highly personal one and has a natural inner unity of its own. In any event, it has obviously benefited from consultation with a wide range of Baha'is.

I was struck by the practicality of the approach and the low-key spirit in which the material is presented. Without doubt, many Baha'is are going to find it a very helpful manual.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Useful book interesting stories about sharing Baha'i message, February 16, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Teach the Baha'i Faith with Ease (Paperback)

The Baha'i Faith, a religion for humankind in the age of its maturity, does not have clergy. The responsibility and privilege of sharing the message of Baha'u'llah has been given to each individual Baha'i. Mitra Gopaul's book is full of interesting stories about how people from different walks of life have learned about and embraced the teachings of its Founder. These stories are the highlight of a practical book which assists Baha'is in their endeavours to share their Faith with others. Gopaul investigates the spiritual journey which each human being takes, the spiritual qualities needed by the teacher, and the many resources available to help him or her. He examines the life of 'Abdu'l-Baha, the perfect Exemplar of the Baha'i Faith, whose luminous actions are a perfect model for those who wish to live and share the Baha'i life. The book's format makes it very readable.Gopaul uses quotes from Sacred Scriptures, word checks, illustrations, and many personal stories to make his subject come alive. He has included brief sections on important dates in Baha'i history and short synopses of other religions. This book will be of special value to the new Baha'i who will wish to share his newfound faith with others. It will inspire those who have been in the Faith for a long time. It will also be of interest to those who are looking for a model of community which is endeavouring to practice unity in diversity. That community is ever open to welcome those wishing to look into the claims of its Founder to have bought a message and a system of governance capable of uniting the diverse peoples of the world in a common bond of faith.