http://www.voicesdivine.com/messages/ Really good recordings of messages from the Baha'i institutions being read aloud. Listen to learn, deepen, memorize and meditate. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 17:09:41 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=Baha'i Messages from Haifa Podcast en hourly 1 Bahai audio books & podcast recordings of writings, prayers, news, & community messages for lovers of Bahaullah VoicesDivine.com no VoicesDivine.com editor@voicesdivine.com editor@voicesdivine.com (VoicesDivine.com) © 2008-2010 VoicesDivine.com and others Messages From the Baha'i instutions in Haifa to guide and inform the friends. http://www.voicesdivine.com/main/wp-content/uploads/powerpress/MessagesArt-144.jpg http://www.voicesdivine.com/messages/ BahaiMessageshttp://feedburner.google.com http://feeds.voicesdivine.com/~r/BahaiMessages/~3/3Ypmb0S9uSc/ http://www.voicesdivine.com/messages/10-january-2010-believers-cradle-faith/#comments Fri, 29 Jan 2010 19:43:16 +0000 John Iron http://www.voicesdivine.com/?p=1016 Audio "...those whose inner vision is dimmed by the veils of religious prejudice have conspired to create false accusations so as to provide justification to the Iranian people for their acts of oppression against you, seemingly unaware that such actions ultimately vitiate the perpetrator's credibility...." <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/wtRhtd7ffqIgaAIsg42rSKzFoW4/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/wtRhtd7ffqIgaAIsg42rSKzFoW4/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/wtRhtd7ffqIgaAIsg42rSKzFoW4/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/wtRhtd7ffqIgaAIsg42rSKzFoW4/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BahaiMessages/~4/3Ypmb0S9uSc" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.voicesdivine.com/messages/10-january-2010-believers-cradle-faith/feed/ 0 Bahai, Baha'i, Bahá'í, Universal House of Justice, UHJ, Iran, Yaran, trial, Ashura, believers, cradle of the faith, persecution, faith, "...those whose inner vision is dimmed by the veils of religious prejudice have conspired to create false accusations so as to provide justification to the Iranian people for their acts of oppression against you..." A message from the Universal House of Justice to the Believers in the Cradle of the Faith, 10 January 2010.  Read by John Iron for VoicesDivine.com Dearly loved Friends, As the date set for the trial of the former members of the Yaran approaches, certain officials have made statements over the past few days claiming that the motive for the arrest of ten friends on 3 January 2010 lay not in their membership in the Baha'i community but in their involvement in organizing the events that occurred on the day of 'Ashura.  The people of Iran--indeed, the people of the world and the community of nations--are familiar with the principles of the Baha'i Faith, the conduct of its adherents, and the history of its development; they know therefore that such a claim is baseless.  All fair-minded people would attest that Baha'is, wherever they reside, labour shoulder to shoulder with their compatriots for the progress and prosperity of their nation.  Baha'is are known to rely on the framework of the law in defence of their own rights as well as those of others.  They aspire to the virtues of truthfulness and honesty, eschew violence and conflict, and avoid all manner of partisan politics.  Yet, regrettably, those whose inner vision is dimmed by the veils of religious prejudice have conspired to create false accusations so as to provide justification to the Iranian people for their acts of oppression against you, seemingly unaware that such actions ultimately vitiate the perpetrator's credibility.  We take comfort in knowing that you are cognizant of the operation of divine forces.  You realize that within His grasp are held the reins of all things.  You call on the spiritual powers born of such understanding to transcend enmity and oppression.  Staunch and immovable, you have won the admiration of the world as you have continued to discharge your duties with consummate wisdom.  Our hearts overflow with love and admiration for each and every one of you.  We raise our hands in supplication to Almighty God, beseeching Him to safeguard you and to aid you in promoting the interests of the Cause and in serving your fellow countrymen. [signed:  The Universal House of Justice] John Iron no 2:49 http://www.voicesdivine.com/messages/10-january-2010-believers-cradle-faith/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=10-january-2010-believers-cradle-faith http://feeds.voicesdivine.com/~r/BahaiMessages/~3/zqNDhYso0Og/ http://www.voicesdivine.com/messages/ridvan-message-2008/#comments Mon, 21 Apr 2008 17:19:57 +0000 John Iron http://messages.voicesdivine.com/?p=26 Thousands upon thousands, embracing the diversity of the entire human family, are engaged in systematic study of the Creative Word in an environment that is at once serious and uplifting. <p><a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/M77tHjy0yzAE_KofWcQqy42HQ1Y/0/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/M77tHjy0yzAE_KofWcQqy42HQ1Y/0/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a><br/> <a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/M77tHjy0yzAE_KofWcQqy42HQ1Y/1/da"><img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/M77tHjy0yzAE_KofWcQqy42HQ1Y/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"></img></a></p><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BahaiMessages/~4/zqNDhYso0Og" height="1" width="1"/> http://www.voicesdivine.com/messages/ridvan-message-2008/feed/ 0 165,2008,Baha'i,letter,message,Ridvan,UHJ,Universal House of Justice Thousands upon thousands, embracing the diversity of the entire human family, are engaged in systematic study of the Creative Word in an environment that is at once serious and uplifting. Message of the Universal House of Justice Ridvan 2008 To the Baha'is of the World Dearly loved Friends, Thousands upon thousands, embracing the diversity of the entire human family, are engaged in systematic study of the Creative Word in an environment that is at once serious and uplifting. As they strive to apply through a process of action, reflection and consultation the insights thus gained, they see their capacity to serve the Cause rise to new levels. Responding to the inmost longing of every heart to commune with its Maker, they carry out acts of collective worship in diverse settings, uniting with others in prayer, awakening spiritual susceptibilities, and shaping a pattern of life distinguished for its devotional character. As they call on one another in their homes and pay visits to families, friends and acquaintances, they enter into purposeful discussion on themes of spiritual import, deepen their knowledge of the Faith, share Bahá'u'lláh's message, and welcome increasing numbers to join them in a mighty spiritual enterprise. Aware of the aspirations of the children of the worl and their need for spiritual education, they extend their efforts widely to involve ever-growing contingents of participants in classes that become centres of attraction for the young and strengthen the roots of the Faith in society. They assist junior youth to navigate through a crucial stage of their lives and to become empowered to direct their energies toward the advancement of civilization. And with the advantage of a greater abundance of human resources, an increasing number of them are able to express their faith through a rising tide of endeavours that address the needs of humanity in both their spiritual and material dimensions. Such is the panorama before us as we pause this Riḍván to observe the progress of the worldwide Baha'i community. On several occasions we have indicated that the aim of the series of global Plans that will carry the Baha'i world to the celebration of the centenary of the Faith's Formative Age in 2021 will be achieved through marked progress in the activity and development of the individual believer, of the institutions, and of the community. At this, the midway point of what will be a quarter of a century of consistent, focused exertion, the evidences of increased capacity are everywhere apparent. Of particular significance is the widening impact of the dynamism flowing from the interactions between the three participants in the Plan. Institutions, from the national to the local level, see with ever greater clarity how to create conditions conducive to the expression of the spiritual energies of a growing number of believers in pursuit of a common goal. The community is serving more and more as that environment in which individual effort and collective action, mediated by the institute, can complement each other in order to achieve progress. The vibrancy it manifests and the unity of purpose that animates its endeavours are drawing into its swelling ranks those from every walk of life eager to dedicate their time and energies to the welfare of humanity. That the doors of the community are more widely open for any receptive soul to enter and receive sustenance from Bahá'u'lláh's Revelation is clear. No greater testament is there to the efficacy of the interactions among the Plan's three participants than the dramatic acceleration in the tempo of teaching that was witnessed this past year. The advance made in the process of entry by troops was significant indeed. Within the sphere of these enhanced interactions, individual initiative is becoming increasingly effective. In previous messages we have referred to the impetus that the institute process imparts to the exercise of initiative by the individual believer. The friends in every continent are engaged in study of the Writings for the explicit purpose of learning to apply the teachings to the growth of the Faith. John Iron no 11:50 http://www.voicesdivine.com/messages/ridvan-message-2008/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ridvan-message-2008