This book provides a thorough and accessible introduction to a fascinating, independent world religion. Examining its historical development, current "community-building" efforts and the social contributions of the Bahá’í Faith in the world today, this introduction covers:

• Beliefs: Bahá’í spiritual teachings
• Principles: Baha'i social teachings
• History: Bahá'u'lláh and his covenant
• Scripture: Bahá’í sacred texts and inspired guidance
• Institutions: The Bahá’í Administrative Order
• Building community: What Bahá’ís do
• Social action: Baha'i social and economic development projects
• Public discourse: The Bahá’í International Community
• Vision: Foundations for a future golden age

Reviews
"The activities, focus, and concepts in the Baha’i world are changing so rapidly at present, especially in the area of developing new approaches to community building, that any published introductory book soon becomes out-of-date. So it is good to see another introductory book on the Baha’i Faith published, in particular since it surveys recent developments well. For anyone wishing to find out about the Baha’i Faith and the current activities of the Baha’i community, this book can be recommended. Christopher Buck presents an insider view of the Baha’i Faith, but one that is descriptive rather than prescriptive." — Moojan Momen, 2022.