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Bahai Revelation

Bahai Revelation

Thornton Chase 1 Episodes Sep 20, 2026

Thornton Chase, recognized as the first Occidental convert to the Bahá’í Faith, shares his journey and insights. He organized Bahá’í activities in Chicago and Los Angeles, studied under Ibrahim Kheiralla, and went on pilgrimage to Akka in 1907. His experiences led to the publication of 'In Galilee' and 'The Bahai Revelation', which provide detailed introductions to the faith.

Episodes

On the Trail of The Immigrant-Edward A. Steiner
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Plea for Ragged Schools; or, Prevention Better than Cure-Thomas Guthrie
Plea for Ragged Schools; or, Prevention Better than Cure-Thomas Guthrie Sep 19, 2026 6162 "Plea for Ragged Schools; or, Prevention Better than Cure" by Thomas Guthrie is a compelling call to action for the establishment of ragged schools aimed at educating the impoverished youth of society. Guthrie emphasizes the importance of prevention over cure, advocating for proactive measures to uplift those in need through education and moral guidance. This timeless message resonates today as it
Astrophel and Stella-Sir Philip Sidney
Astrophel and Stella-Sir Philip Sidney Sep 13, 2026 6054 "Astrophel and Stella" by Sir Philip Sidney is a poignant exploration of love, desire, and the complexities of the human heart, encapsulated in a sequence of sonnets that reflect the poet's deep feelings for Stella. This work stands as a timeless testament to the struggles of unrequited love and the interplay between passion and reason, themes that continue to resonate in today's world. Sidney's e
Practice of the Presence of God (version 2)-Brother Lawrence
Practice of the Presence of God (version 2)-Brother Lawrence Sep 12, 2026 4897 "Practice of the Presence of God" by Brother Lawrence offers profound insights into cultivating a constant awareness of God's presence in everyday life. Through simple yet transformative practices, Brother Lawrence emphasizes the importance of maintaining a spiritual connection amid life's distractions. This timeless work resonates deeply with those seeking inner peace and a more profound relation
Fables of Phaedrus-Phaedrus
Fables of Phaedrus-Phaedrus Sep 10, 2026 6933 Thornton Chase is commonly recognized as the first convert to the Bahá’í Faith of Occidental background. During his life he organized many Bahá’í activities in Chicago and Los Angeles and was considered a prominent Bahá’í. In 1894, Chase met Ibrahim Kheiralla, a Bahá’í from Beirut who had recently come to the United States. Chase and a small group of Chicagoans began to study the Bahá’í Faith with
American Cookery-Amelia Simmons
American Cookery-Amelia Simmons Sep 9, 2026 5838 Thornton Chase is commonly recognized as the first convert to the Bahá’í Faith of Occidental background. During his life he organized many Bahá’í activities in Chicago and Los Angeles and was considered a prominent Bahá’í. In 1894, Chase met Ibrahim Kheiralla, a Bahá’í from Beirut who had recently come to the United States. Chase and a small group of Chicagoans began to study the Bahá’í Faith with
Mary Louise-L. Frank Baum
Mary Louise-L. Frank Baum Sep 8, 2026 15155 Thornton Chase is commonly recognized as the first convert to the Bahá’í Faith of Occidental background. During his life he organized many Bahá’í activities in Chicago and Los Angeles and was considered a prominent Bahá’í. In 1894, Chase met Ibrahim Kheiralla, a Bahá’í from Beirut who had recently come to the United States. Chase and a small group of Chicagoans began to study the Bahá’í Faith with
Neighbors - Life Stories of the Other Half-Jacob A. Riis
Neighbors - Life Stories of the Other Half-Jacob A. Riis Sep 7, 2026 10739 Thornton Chase is commonly recognized as the first convert to the Bahá’í Faith of Occidental background. During his life he organized many Bahá’í activities in Chicago and Los Angeles and was considered a prominent Bahá’í. In 1894, Chase met Ibrahim Kheiralla, a Bahá’í from Beirut who had recently come to the United States. Chase and a small group of Chicagoans began to study the Bahá’í Faith with
Poems of William Blake-William Blake
Poems of William Blake-William Blake Sep 6, 2026 3303 Thornton Chase is commonly recognized as the first convert to the Bahá’í Faith of Occidental background. During his life he organized many Bahá’í activities in Chicago and Los Angeles and was considered a prominent Bahá’í. In 1894, Chase met Ibrahim Kheiralla, a Bahá’í from Beirut who had recently come to the United States. Chase and a small group of Chicagoans began to study the Bahá’í Faith with
Birds, Vol. I, No 2, February 1897-Various
Birds, Vol. I, No 2, February 1897-Various Sep 5, 2026 3184 Thornton Chase is commonly recognized as the first convert to the Bahá’í Faith of Occidental background. During his life he organized many Bahá’í activities in Chicago and Los Angeles and was considered a prominent Bahá’í. In 1894, Chase met Ibrahim Kheiralla, a Bahá’í from Beirut who had recently come to the United States. Chase and a small group of Chicagoans began to study the Bahá’í Faith with
Foxe's Book of Martyrs Vol 2: Lives and Deaths of Early Christian and Protestant Martyrs-Forbush, Foxe
Foxe's Book of Martyrs Vol 2: Lives and Deaths of Early Christian and Protestant Martyrs-Forbush, Foxe Sep 4, 2026 34318 Thornton Chase is commonly recognized as the first convert to the Bahá’í Faith of Occidental background. During his life he organized many Bahá’í activities in Chicago and Los Angeles and was considered a prominent Bahá’í. In 1894, Chase met Ibrahim Kheiralla, a Bahá’í from Beirut who had recently come to the United States. Chase and a small group of Chicagoans began to study the Bahá’í Faith with
Watsons (Dramatic Reading)-Jane Austen, L. Oulton
Watsons (Dramatic Reading)-Jane Austen, L. Oulton Sep 3, 2026 13995 Thornton Chase is commonly recognized as the first convert to the Bahá’í Faith of Occidental background. During his life he organized many Bahá’í activities in Chicago and Los Angeles and was considered a prominent Bahá’í. In 1894, Chase met Ibrahim Kheiralla, a Bahá’í from Beirut who had recently come to the United States. Chase and a small group of Chicagoans began to study the Bahá’í Faith with

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