"The earth is but one country and mankind its citizens."- Baha'u'llah
We'll set aside tomorrow as a work day. On Thursday, we'll do any review that you want and then complete the Islam Multiple Choice quiz.
THE BAHA'I FAITH
This is an appropriate topic for two reasons. First, the faith had its historical roots in the Islamic world of the early 19th-century. Second, the religion aims to be inclusive of aspects of many faiths and traditions. Baha'i labels itself the world's second-most widespread religion (after Christianity) and the fastest growing (a claim many argue belongs instead to Islam). There are probably somewhere around ten million Baha'i worldwide today.
You should check out the following resources:
Welcome to the Baha'i Faith is a nice introduction to the Baha'i faith, particularly as it is practiced in the United States.
About the Faith is a good place to start. You might want to remember that this is a site developed by the Baha'i community.
History of the Baha'i Faith provides a very efficient introduction to the basics of the faith's origins.
Baha'i Symbols shows you a couple interesting symbols and their interpretations.
Baha'i House of Worship for the North American Continent - Check out this building located just north of Chicago near Northwestern University. It's one of the coolest buildings that I have seen in the US.
Rainn Wilson (Dwight on "The Office") interview - Wilson is a Baha'i
Multimedia - You can find a ton of podcasts, interviews, videos, etc. here
Defining terms: The Bab, Baha'u'llah
Islam and the Baha'i Faith looks at the relationship between Islam and the Baha'i faith. Browse through this and be sure you understand how each faith views the other.
Homework for the final sessions...
As I mentioned, I have no problem accepting work through the end of Sunday. Beyond that, I'll accept work to get you to a passing grade, but I don't feel any obligation to give you credit beyond that. (Be sure to talk to me in advance if you think I should make an exception to that.)
The Islam Blog Entry and Islam Short Essay questions are also posted. I'm thinking we will probably do the Islam Multiple Choice in class on Thursday. (I'm leaning toward allowing you to use notes and resources for that.)
Remember that your Independent Assignments #3 and #4 both come due as well. You are also welcome to complete one of the others for extra credit if you would like.
These TWO are required.
- Independent Assignment #3 - "Read About It OR Watching It" - Due Wednesday, January 4th
- Independent Assignment #4 - "Experience It" - Due Thursday, January 12th
OPTIONAL: Extra Credit choices - Due Friday, January 13th
You can do ONE of these choices:
- "Read About It OR Watching It" - The option you did not do above.
- "Talking About It"
- "Taking a Position"
- "Learn About an Interest"
