| Author |
Universal House of Justice |
| Contributor |
Bahá'u'lláh, 1817-1892 |
| Contributor |
ʻAbdu'l-Bahá, 1844-1921 |
| Contributor |
Shoghi, Effendi, 1897-1957 |
| Title |
A Compilaton on Women
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 59.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Summary |
"A Compilation on Women" by the Research Department of the Universal House of Justice is a collection of writings and teachings rooted in the Bahá'í Faith that addresses the equality and empowerment of women. This work is likely geared towards the late 20th century, reflecting progressive thoughts on women's rights and roles in society. The compilation emphasizes the spiritual, educational, and social dimensions of women's lives, advocating for their equal rights and opportunities, and highlights prominent figures like Bahá'u'lláh and 'Abdu'l-Bahá to illustrate these teachings. The opening of the book sets the stage for its exploration of women's status within the Bahá'í context, beginning with key concepts such as equality and the importance of education for both genders. It references various extracts from the writings of Bahá'u'lláh and 'Abdu'l-Bahá, showcasing their teachings on the inherent equality of men and women and the necessity of both participating equally in social, religious, and familial spheres. The text suggests that understanding and applying these principles is vital for achieving the ideal of universal peace and societal harmony, thus framing the discussion around the role of women as essential to the progress of humanity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BP: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Islam, Bahaism, Theosophy, Other and new beliefs
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| Subject |
Bahai Faith
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| Subject |
Women in the Bahai Faith
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| Subject |
Women -- Religious aspects
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
19269 |
| Release Date |
Sep 16, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Copyrighted. Read the copyright notice inside this book for details. |
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