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In Uncategorized
On May 29, 2022

Economics and Spirituality from a Baha’i perspective (Part 4 of 5)

Causes of ProblemsThere are so many problems with the economic system, and we can see it easily. I believe that these problems in the system can be resolved and solved if there is a will. Now you may say- why do these problems keep happening? In my view, we got…

In Economics
On April 25, 2022

Economics and Spirituality from a Baha’i perspective (Part 3 of 5)

ProblemsThe economic system continued its journey, and as it moved forward, the gap between the rich and the poor became wider and wider. The system survived the great depression of the 1930s and the first and second world Wars until 2008 when it almost collapsed.Imagine the economic system as a…

In Uncategorized
On April 9, 2022

Economics and Spirituality from a Baha’i perspective (Part 2 of 5)

Industrial RevolutionWhen someone in England in the 18th century automated his factory, that was the start of the industrial revolution. Soon after, the steam engine was invented, and mass production was launched. Everything changed. Now they needed roads and railways to bring the raw materials for the factories and transport…

In Economics
On March 12, 2022

Economics and Spirituality from a Baha’i perspective (Part 1of 5)

I welcome you to spend your time discussing a traditionally dull, scary, and intimidating topic to some. My joke about it is that if you want to spoil a party, just tell them that you're interested in economics and watch people run away fast. So what we are going to…

In Economics
On February 8, 2022

Are We Responsible for the Sufferings of Humanity? If so, What Can We Do About It?

This vital question has to be asked by all of us, and we should answer it to our conscience and our Creator. The answer lies with our role and responsibility as lowly individuals in the ocean of humanity. No matter how insignificant we feel, we still have a duty to…

In Life, Religion
On January 2, 2022

Trauma: How Can We Heal Our Wounded Souls?

You’ve likely heard of PTSD – post traumatic stress disorder – but have you heard yet about PCSD? That acronym stands for post-Covid stress disorder, a newly-emerging effect of the pandemic.Increasingly, mental health professionals are recognizing that the global Covid-19 pandemic has wounded the entire world’s emotions. Our souls suffer…

In Economics, Life
On December 4, 2021

Why Can’t We Combine the Best of Socialism and Capitalism?

Lately, I’ve been surprised at our culture’s heated discussions over socialism and capitalism. Mostly, the arguments seem politically motivated – so let’s try to get past the political spin to the actual facts.At the outset, I should mention that, as a Baha’i, I do not take part in or interfere…

In Economics
On November 16, 2021

Five Ways to Optimize the Powerful Tool of Baha’i Consultation

Baha’i consultation – an essential tool for reaching an agreement or consensus and deciding a course of action – asks every participant to master a set of communication skills based on spirituality.The Baha’i writings offer a treasury of insight and meaning on the complex subject of consultation – including this quotation from…

In Economics, Life
On October 16, 2021

Is ‘Fighting’ a Problem the Best Way to Deal With It?

There comes a time when, as human beings, we are powerless to solve some of our problems. The question remains, how do we want to deal with them? Having seen my loved ones going through cancer, the words “fighting cancer” have really struck a chord.When we talk about ending the…

In Economics, Life
On September 11, 2021

Why We Can’t Forget the Pandemic’s Hard-Earned Lessons

Some countries are gradually lifting COVID-19 restrictions, and soon, we hope, life will get back to normal – but what will that new “normal” look like?As painful and challenging as the pandemic is, it has brought many issues to the forefront for humanity to ponder and resolve. We obviously haven’t…