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Expertise
I can answer questions on the basic teachings, practices, and history of the Baha`i Faith and can provide information on diverse Baha`i groups (as the Orthodox Baha`is).
Experience in the area
I have personally studied the Baha'i Faith for over twenty years and published a reference book on the Faith entitled THE BAHA'I FAITH; AN HISTORICAL BIBLIOGRAPHY. I also hold a Masters degree in Theological Studies.
Publications
THE BAHA'I FAITH: AN HISTORICAL BIBLIOGRAPHY (Garland Publishing,1985).
Education/Credentials
BA in Behavioral Sciences (Oral Roberts University)
MATS (McCormick Theological Seminary)
Further study, Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
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| Alica | 01/22/12 | 8 | 8 | 7 | |
| Matthew | 02/03/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for the clear--and prompt--response! |
| zia khan | 02/10/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thank you so much |
| Nicole | 05/28/08 | 8 | 10 | 10 | |
| Amira Radiova | 07/03/07 | 8 | 10 | 10 | Dear Dr. Bjorling, I have just seen ..... |
Recent Answers from Joel Bjorling
2012-04-22 applejuice:
The Baha'i Faith was founded in 1863 with the proclamation of Baha'u'llah as the current Messenger of God. However, it also has its roots in the ministry of the Bab (Mirza Ali Mohammed) which was in 1844
2012-02-03 Baha'i Question:
I don't think Baha'is have a particular teaching on that, except that after death, the soul enters the realm of God. Since the Faith was derived from Islam, it, too, has a belief in life after death.
2012-01-20 Baha'i Question:
Baha'i teaching, in general, influences all aspects of a person's daily life. Baha'u'llah, founder of the Faith, saw work as a form of worship. Do all things as an act of praise. The idea of religious
2012-01-20 Baha'i guestion:
I'm not sure what you mean by "progression of the soul", but the Baha'i Faith, as any faith, believes in having a relationship with God, nurturing it, and learning about it. Baha'is do not believe in
2010-01-21 About Bahaullah....:
I have never seen any evidence that Baha'u'llah was a Freemason. I believe that Abdu'l-Baha's 1912 Covenant reached out to groups as Theosophists and Freemasons, but I don't think that Baha'u'llah or
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