Compilation on Peace

Universal House of JusticeProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

3.5

Word count: 131K words
Chapters: 14

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Compilation on Peace by Universal House of JusticeAuthor: Universal House of Justice,Language: English, Class: BP: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Islam, Bahaism, Theosophy, Other and new beliefs, Release Date: Sep 16, 2006

Editor's review

This book is a compilation of texts on peace assembled by the Universal House of Justice, the supreme governing body of the Bahá'í Faith, and is a primary source in the fields of religious philosophy and peace studies. Its value lies not in proposing new theories but in systematically gathering scattered Bahá'í writings and letters that address peace, so that readers can see the overall thinking of the Faith on issues such as the causes of war, world order, and the oneness of humanity. As a public-domain eBook, it is widely accessible and suitable as supplementary reading for courses in comparative religion, peace studies, or religious ethics. It is best read as a sourcebook rather than a popular treatise: begin with the table of contents to grasp the thematic distribution, then read chapters according to interest, and pay attention to the original source and context of each passage. Readers unfamiliar with Bahá'í terminology are advised to read it alongside introductory materials, so as not to mistake excerpts in the compilation for complete arguments. Overall, this is a reference-oriented work suited to slow reading and note-taking.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Religious studies students researching the Bahá'í Faith and peace thought
Scholars in peace studies and comparative religious ethics
Religious educators who need primary texts to support their courses
General readers interested in reading Bahá'í scriptural texts

Not a good fit for

General readers hoping for plot-driven narratives or popular stories
Beginners without a religious studies background who are unwilling to look up terminology
Philosophers expecting a systematic argument-driven monograph

Reading tips

Begin with the table of contents and the compiler's note, marking chapters relevant to your own research questions.
Read in thematic groups; after each group, write down its core claims and their sources.
Prepare a glossary of basic Bahá'í terms and look up proper names before reading to avoid misunderstanding.
Read alongside general works in peace studies to distinguish religious discourse from disciplinary argument.

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Project Gutenberg United States · Founded in 1971

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FAQ

Is this book a complete monograph or a compilation of materials?

It is a compilation of texts on the theme of peace, presenting passages from Bahá'í scriptures and related letters grouped by theme, rather than a monograph written continuously by one author. Each passage should be treated as sourced primary material, with attention to its context; excerpts should not be taken as complete arguments.

Can readers without a Bahá'í background understand it?

Yes, but some preparation is needed. The book contains Bahá'í-specific terminology and forms of address for figures; readers are advised to first learn the basics of the Faith and its common concepts, and to read alongside introductory materials. Casual browsing can easily lead to misreading excerpts as isolated aphorisms.

What should readers keep in mind when reading the electronic edition?

Public-domain eBooks tend to have plain formatting; use reading software that supports table-of-contents navigation and full-text search to locate texts by theme. When you reach a key passage, note its location and source for future citation, and distinguish the main text from editorial notes so as not to confuse sources.

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About the author

Universal House of Justice Author

The Universal House of Justice is the supreme international governing body of the Bahá'í Faith, seated at the Bahá'í World Centre in Haifa, Israel. Established by Bahá'u'lláh, it has been elected every five years since 1963 by members of national spiritual assemblies, and it applies Bahá'í teachings to social development, issues messages, and publishes compilations. Five of its works are held here, including The Promise of World Peace and compilations on Bahá'í education, women, and peace, such as A Compilation on Bahá'í Education, A Compilation on Women, and Compilation on Peace, along with an extract from the writings and letters of Bahá'u'lláh and `Abdu'l-Bahá. These works consist mainly of doctrinal texts and public messages, offering a faith-based perspective on these topics for believers and general readers. Public information is limited, and no personal biography applies to this corporate author.