The Orthodox Bahá'í Faith maintains that the Guardianship, a vital element of Bahá'í administration as stipulated in the Will and Testament of `Abdu'l-Bahá, should continue with successive appointees. This view stands in contrast to Haifan Bahá'ís, who adhere to a line of leadership that transitioned to the elected Universal House of Justice in 1963 after … Continue reading Understanding Orthodox Bahá’í Guardianship and Its Foundations
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Orthodox vs. Wilmette Baha’is Court Appeal Outcome
The Court of Appeals for the United States Seventh Circuit issued its ruling on November 23, 2010, in the appeal brought by the National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá’ís of the United States (“Wilmette NSA”). The Wilmette NSA brought the appeal after losing to the Orthodox Bahá’ís in the trial court on the NSA’s motion … Continue reading Orthodox vs. Wilmette Baha’is Court Appeal Outcome
Was Shoghi Effendi aware of his impending early death?
Absolutely, without a doubt! This question is often raised by those Bahá’ís who, due to a lack of faith in the indestructibility of the Covenant of Bahá’u’lláh and the immutability of the Will and Testament of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, have not taken the time to search for an affirmative answer. A thorough review of Shoghi Effendi's actions … Continue reading Was Shoghi Effendi aware of his impending early death?
Debunking Myths About Shoghi Effendi and Bahá’í Leadership
Critics of the Bahá'í Faith are attempting to undermine the Faith by alleging that Shoghi Effendi, the first Guardian of the Cause of God, remained silent. However, this accusation is unfounded given the extensive writings of Shoghi Effendi. “The Will and Testament of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, which, together with the Kitáb-i-Aqdas, constitute the chief depository wherein are … Continue reading Debunking Myths About Shoghi Effendi and Bahá’í Leadership
Rúhíyyih Khánum’s actions and the Bahá’í administration
Denial of Internation Baha'i Council’s (IBC) Status: Rúhíyyih Khánum denied the status and authority of the IBC and its head, instead emphasized the authority of the Hands of the Cause who were members of the IBC. She allegedly fabricated a separate body for these Hands. The “Ministry of the Custodians” is described as evidence of … Continue reading Rúhíyyih Khánum’s actions and the Bahá’í administration
Importance of Guardianship in Baha’i Faith
The Guardianship is closely linked to the Covenant of Bahá’u’lláh, which is the source of authority in the Bahá’í Administrative Order. ‘Abdu’l-Bahá is the Center of this Covenant.Guardians have extensive authority, including the right to interpret teachings, command, control, adjudicate, and settle disputes within the Faith.Concept of Station:“Station” refers to spiritual rank or status. For … Continue reading Importance of Guardianship in Baha’i Faith
The Orthodox Bahá’í Faith 