Peter Smith is Chairman of the Social Sciences Division, Mahidol University International College, Bangkok. He is author of several books in the field of Baha'i studies including The Bah' Faith: A Short History, Second Edition (1999) and A Concise Encyclopedia of the Bah' Faith, Second Edition (2002).Peter Smith traces the development of the Bahai faith from its roots in the Babi movement of mid-nineteenth century Iran, through the lives and work of its prophet-founder, Bahullh (1817-92), and his successors, to its contemporary emergence as a worldwide religion.Peter Smith traces the development of the Baha'i faith from its roots in the Babi movement of mid-nineteenth century Iran, through the lives and work of its prophet-founder, Baha'u'llah (1817-92), and his successors, to its contemporary emergence as a worldwide religion. - Explores the textual sources for Baha'i belief and practice, theology and anthropology and understanding of other religions. - Covers the concept of the spiritual path, the faith's law and administration and aspects of community life. - Examines the Baha'i's social teachings and activities in the wider worldPeter Smith explores the history, beliefs and practices of the Bahai faith.
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