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On Health and Healing: Scientist or Avatar?


“The way I see it is that the term alternative medicine is not the proper term, which has been given to the field of holistic medicine by the conventional medical practicioners . Instead it should be called Advanced Medicine because it includes the physical aspects as well as emotional aspects of human structure. I think both doctors and patients need to be more open towards different types of healing. The human brain works in amazing ways.”

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Blog the spirit back into your life


Image of bumper sticker: Spiritual Fruits not Religious Nuts

What if we had a blog devoted to regular people like you and me, a blog where everyone can share their spiritual triumphs and agonizing (though temporary!) defeats? A virtual reality that reflects a spiritual reality where love and unity are the rule. A place where raising our voices is not just allowed but encouraged. Wouldn’t that be wonderful! Wouldn’t you like to be a part of the community?

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10 January 2010, To the Believers in the Cradle of the Faith


The Seat of the Universal House of Justice - Haifa, Israel - © 2009 Adib Roy

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Audio “…those whose inner vision is dimmed by the veils of religious prejudice have conspired to create false accusations so as to provide justification to the Iranian people for their acts of oppression against you, seemingly unaware that such actions ultimately vitiate the perpetrator’s credibility….”

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World Reacts to Trial of Seven Baha’i Leaders


The seven Baha'is who went on trial today were, in front, Behrouz Tavakkoli and Saeid Rezaie, and, standing, Fariba Kamalabadi, Vahid Tizfahm, Jamaloddin Khanjani, Afif Naeimi, and Mahvash Sabet. They were photographed several months before their arrest in 2008. © 2010 Bahá'í World News Service

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Audio: “Iran’s decision to begin the trial yesterday of seven Baha’i leaders has triggered a strong international reaction, including a call by Nobel laureate Shirin Ebadi for their immediate release and ultimate acquittal.”

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Trial of Seven Baha’i leaders Under Way


The seven Baha'i "leaders" scheduled to go on trial on 12 January are, in front, Behrouz Tavakkoli and Saeid Rezaie, and, standing, Fariba Kamalabadi, Vahid Tizfahm, Jamaloddin Khanjani, Afif Naeimi, and Mahvash Sabet. They were photographed several months before their arrest in the spring of 2008. © 2010 Baha'i World News Service

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John Iron reads: “The trial of seven imprisoned Baha’i leaders began today in Iran. Initial reports indicate that the trial is marked by numerous violations of legal due process…”

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Trial of Seven Baha’i Leaders in Iran Looms


The seven Baha'i "leaders" scheduled to go on trial on 12 January are, in front, Behrouz Tavakkoli and Saeid Rezaie, and, standing, Fariba Kamalabadi, Vahid Tizfahm, Jamaloddin Khanjani, Afif Naeimi, and Mahvash Sabet. They were photographed several months before their arrest in the spring of 2008. © 2010 Baha'i World News Service

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Recent developments in Iran have raised grave concern about the ultimate fate of the seven Baha’i leaders who are scheduled to go on trial next Tuesday.

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What You Can Expect from VoicesDivine.com


Well, since you asked…Yes, this site is still under construction. Now that there is heightened interest – and it also seems likely that it will soon be “finished” – I thought I might start blogging about the progress.

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Baha’i Leaders May Face New Accusation


The seven Baha'i leaders who have now been held in Tehran's Evin Prison for a full year are, seated from left, Behrouz Tavakkoli and Saeid Rezaie, and, standing, Fariba Kamalabadi, Vahid Tizfahm, Jamaloddin Khanjani, Afif Naeimi, and Mahvash Sabet

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The seven Baha’i leaders currently imprisoned in Iran are facing the anniversary of their arrest this Thursday, along with new and extremely grave accusations, after spending a year in jail without formal charges or access to their lawyer, Shirin Ebadi.

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Australian National Assembly, 75th Year


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Prime Minister Kevin Rudd congratulated Australian Bahá’ís on the 75th anniversary of their National Spiritual Assembly at an event in Sydney. Participants remembered the Baha’is in Iran, who would be marking the same anniversary if not for the decades of persecution in that country.

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Youth Art Brings Citation for Nunavut Resident


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Beth McKenty moved to Iqaluit in northeast Canada in 1999 to fulfill a pledge, made 45 years earlier, to devote part of her life to reducing youth suicide.

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British Prime Minister Sends Ridvan Message


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British Prime Minister Gordon Brown has sent a message to UK Baha’is to mark Ridvan, the most important Baha’i festival, expressing “respect and admiration”.

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For 70th Year, Buenos Aires Elects Assembly


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This is the 70th year the Buenos Aires Baha’is elect their Local Spiritual Assembly – one of the two oldest of the now 600 Baha’i councils in South Americ

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Iranian President Must Address Discrimination


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The Baha’i International Community and two human rights organizations in call on Iranian President Ahmadinejad to address discrimination in his own country.

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Egypt Officially Changes Rules for ID Cards


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Egypt’s Ministry of Interior has published a decree allowing individuals to obtain government documents without identifying their religious affiliation.

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Canada Condemns Persecution of Baha’is


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Canada’s House of Commons unanimously adopted a strongly worded motion condemning the persecution of Baha’is in Iran and calling for release of Baha’i leaders.

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Web Site for Visiting Baha’i Gardens & Shrines


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A new Web site with information for visiting the Baha’i shrines and gardens in Haifa and Acre was introduced today by the Baha’i International Community.

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Naw-Ruz, Centenary of Entombment of the Báb


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On March 21st, Baha’is mark Naw-Ruz, their new year, and this year also the 100th anniversary of the interment of the remains of the Báb on Mount Carmel.

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Restoration work begins on Shrine of the Báb


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Work has begun on a four-year restoration project on the golden-domed Shrine of the Bab, one of the holiest sites in the Baha’i world and Haifa’s best-known landmark.

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UN General Assembly Concerned About Human Rights in Iran


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The United Nations General Assembly today adopted a resolution expressing “deep concern at serious human rights violations” in Iran.

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