Bahai Stories
We tell a story from the history of the Bahai Faith and talk about what we can learn and apply in our daily lives today. The stories are from Bahai sources, but the conversations we have are our personal thoughts.
Episodes
Martyrdom of the Bab
This is a special episode for the commemoration of the Martyrdom of the Bab. In this episode, we recount the events leading up to the Martyrdom. You may wish to listen to this episode as part of your commemoration and conclude with the Tablet of Visitation. If so, begin playing this episode 32 minutes before it is time to read the Tablet of Visitation.The songs in this episode are My Beloved by El
A Flower from a Stone
In this episode, we hear the story of true transformation where a flower grows out of a stone of a heart. The story is from Light of Faith - A Collection of Stories.
Ascension of Bahaullah
This episode is dedicated to the commemoration of the Ascension of Bahaullah. It is 36 minutes long if you wish to time it with reading of the Tablet of Visitation.The episode begins with a brief introduction to the station of a Manifestation of God. Then, a few stories are shared about people who were in the Presence of the Blessed Beauty. Following this, a recount is given of the last two weeks
Jinab-i-Zayn Part 2
In this episode, we continue to tell the story of Jinab-i-Zayn from when he left Iran until his passing in Akka.
Jinab-i-Zayn Part 1
In this episode, we begin telling the story of one of the most eminent Bahais. His name was Zaynul Muqarrabin, also referred to as Jinab-i-Zayn. The first part covers his early life and how he became a Babi.
How we harm ourselves
In this story, we hear about a story of when the Bab went on pilgrimage and intervened when the captain of the ship wanted to throw someone overboard. The story is from the book called Light of Faith - A collection of stories.
The Horse Thief
In this story, we hear about how Abdul-Baha health with a situation where his horse was stolen. The story is from the memoirs of Rafieh Shahidi.
Who was Ahmad?
In this episode (much longer than usual) we take a look at the story of Ahmad, the same Ahmad to which the Tablet of Ahmad (arabic) was revealed. It is a true story of a spiritual hero that always put the Faith at the centre of his life. The materials for this is based on is based on 3 YouTube videos and an article by the Hand of the Cause Faizi (see links below).https://youtu.be/AjrRzYUTV6g?si=LK
The Veil of Gold: A Merchant's Rise and Fall.
Travel back to 19th-century Persia for the story of Ḥájí Muḥammad Báqir, a devout merchant who sought wealth to better serve the Faith. This episode explores the thin line between material blessing and spiritual trap.
The Fire of Faith: Story of Mulla Nasrullah
This episode tells the powerful story of Mulla Nasrullah, a respected religious leader whose life changed forever after reading a few pages of one of Bahaullah's Tablets. Despite holding a position of power, he left it all behind to embrace the Baháʼí Faith, even in the face of intense opposition and ultimately ,his martyrdom. Join us as we explore how his journey of faith and courage can cont
The lady who hated the Master
In this episode we take a closer look at a story showing how Abdul-Baha showed love to everyone, even those who hated him.
Be true to yourself
In this episode to take a look at two stories about being true to who we are and not always having to pretend just to conform to cultural expectations.
The third person
In this episode, we take a look at the story of Mubarak, the other person who was present during that momentous day when the Bab declared His Mission.
Focus on the objective
In this episode, we take a look at two stories showing us how to achieve what we aim for by locking down our objective and not be affected by things around us.
What grief then?
In this episode, we discuss a Tabet of Abdul-Baha that tells us how to re-think by changing our perspective.
Act as if it is normal
In this episode, we take a closer look at two stories where Abdul-Baha show us how we can contribute to the betterment of the world by translating that which is written into reality.
Find a way
In this episode, we explore the story of how the Master gradually beautified the surroundings of the Shrine of Baha'u'llah and an incident that occurred during the commemoration of Baha'u'llah's Ascension.
Effective communication strategy
In this episode, we listen to the advice Bahaullah gave Haji Mirza Heydar Ali on how to teach the faith. Turns out that the advice can make a great communication strategy in all aspects of life.
Humor in times of difficulties
In this episode, we look at four stories where early believers found moment of humour in times of difficulties.
Powerful invocation
In this episode, we learn what invocation Abdul-Baha recommended Ali Kuli Khan to say whenever he needed guidance or help.
To kill or not to kill
In this episode, we look at the story of a man who set out to kill a Bahai. However, things did not go as he had planned and how that relates to oranges.
Why do we celebrate Holy Days?
This episode is a bit different. There is no story but rather an analogy. As a Holy Day is coming up, I thought about how to explain why we celebrate Holy Days in a way that would be more digestible for those not familiar with concept of a Manifestation of God.
How does an angel meditate?
In this episode, we take a look at two stories from the life of Haji Mirza Heydar-Ali. More specifically, we look at how approached meditation to grow spiritually.
Three stories about prayer
In this episode, we looks at three stories relating to prayer and reflect on what we can learn from then, particularly about our perspective when praying.
Purity of Heart
In this episode, we listen and discuss a story Bahaullah told when in Bagdad about purity of heart.
Have some watermelon
In this episode, we tell the story of why Muhammad Shah ordered the execution of Bahaullah and why it did not happen.
Bring him home
In this episode, we tell the story of Haji Muhammad went on a mission without knowing what the mission was.
The Birds
What can we learn form Haji Muhammad who heard the request of Bahaullah, but did not register it?
