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We tell a story from the history of the Bahai Faith and talk about what we can learn and apply in our daily lives today. The stories are from Bahai sources, but the conversations we have are our personal thoughts.
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How we harm ourselves

How we harm ourselves

2026-02-0807:43

In this story, we hear about a story of when the Bab went on pilgrimage and intervened when the captain of the ship wanted to throw someone overboard. The story is from the book called Light of Faith - A collection of stories.
The Horse Thief

The Horse Thief

2026-01-0406:50

In this story, we hear about how Abdul-Baha health with a situation where his horse was stolen. The story is from the memoirs of Rafieh Shahidi.
Who was Ahmad?

Who was Ahmad?

2025-11-3040:41

In this episode (much longer than usual) we take a look at the story of Ahmad, the same Ahmad to which the Tablet of Ahmad (arabic) was revealed. It is a true story of a spiritual hero that always put the Faith at the centre of his life. The materials for this is based on is based on 3 YouTube videos and an article by the Hand of the Cause Faizi (see links below).https://youtu.be/AjrRzYUTV6g?si=LKohlIJHiNyyNPz8https://youtu.be/UK2JAb6j8pk?si=LKn_VyuxtKULz8a9https://bahai-library.com/faizi_flame_fire
In this episode, we look at four stories where early believers found moment of humour in times of difficulties.
This episode is a bit different. There is no story but rather an analogy. As a Holy Day is coming up, I thought about how to explain why we celebrate Holy Days in a way that would be more digestible for those not familiar with concept of a Manifestation of God.
In this episode, we looks at three stories relating to prayer and reflect on what we can learn from then, particularly about our perspective when praying.
Bring him home

Bring him home

2021-10-1315:002

In this episode, we tell the story of Haji Muhammad went on a mission without knowing what the mission was.
The Birds

The Birds

2021-05-2615:362

What can we learn form Haji Muhammad who heard the request of Bahaullah, but did not register it?
Travel back to 19th-century Persia for the story of Ḥájí Muḥammad Báqir, a devout merchant who sought wealth to better serve the Faith. This episode explores the thin line between material blessing and spiritual trap.
This episode tells the powerful story of Mulla Nasrullah, a respected religious leader whose life changed forever after reading a few pages of one of Bahaullah's Tablets. Despite holding a position of power, he left it all behind to embrace the Baháʼí Faith, even in the face of intense opposition and ultimately ,his martyrdom. Join us as we explore how his journey of faith and courage can continue to inspire us today.https://tinyurl.com/mullanasrullah
In this episode we take a closer look at a story showing how Abdul-Baha showed love to everyone, even those who hated him.
Be true to yourself

Be true to yourself

2025-06-0809:50

In this episode to take a look at two stories about being true to who we are and not always having to pretend just to conform to cultural expectations.
The third person

The third person

2025-05-1808:19

In this episode, we take a look at the story of Mubarak, the other person who was present during that momentous day when the Bab declared His Mission.
Focus on the objective

Focus on the objective

2025-04-1509:47

In this episode, we take a look at two stories showing us how to achieve what we aim for by locking down our objective and not be affected by things around us.
What grief then?

What grief then?

2025-03-3007:32

In this episode, we discuss a Tabet of Abdul-Baha that tells us how to re-think by changing our perspective.
Act as if it is normal

Act as if it is normal

2024-11-0109:03

In this episode, we take a closer look at two stories where Abdul-Baha show us how we can contribute to the betterment of the world by translating that which is written into reality.
Find a way

Find a way

2024-10-0110:08

In this episode, we explore the story of how the Master gradually beautified the surroundings of the Shrine of Baha'u'llah and an incident that occurred during the commemoration of Baha'u'llah's Ascension.
In this episode, we listen to the advice Bahaullah gave Haji Mirza Heydar Ali on how to teach the faith. Turns out that the advice can make a great communication strategy in all aspects of life.
Powerful invocation

Powerful invocation

2023-12-0109:54

In this episode, we learn what invocation Abdul-Baha recommended Ali Kuli Khan to say whenever he needed guidance or help.
To kill or not to kill

To kill or not to kill

2023-11-0115:10

In this episode, we look at the story of a man who set out to kill a Bahai. However, things did not go as he had planned and how that relates to oranges.
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