Paris Talks - Softcover

Abdu"l-Baha, And 0Abdu L-Bahba

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Synopsis

Despite old age and poor health, Abdu'l-Baha, the eldest son of Baha'u'llah, set out from Palestine in 1911 on a momentous series of journeys to Europe and the United States. The purpose of his trip was to share the teachings and vision of the Baha'i Faith with the people of the West. Paris Talks presents his historic public addresses delivered in Paris in 1911. Topics include the nature of humankind, the soul, the Prophets of God, the purpose of religion, the eventual establishment of world peace, prejudice, the equality of men and women, science and religion, and more. Abdu'l-Baha spoke in a profound yet simple manner that transcended all barriers.

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Abdu'l-Baha, a title of honor meaning "Servant of the Glory," is associated with Abbas Effendi (1844-1921), the eldest son and appointed successor of Baha'u'llah, the Prophet and Founder of the Baha'i Faith. Abdu'l-Baha shared a lifetime of imprisonment and exile with his father at the hands of the Ottoman Empire.

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