Talks by 'abdu'l-baha

Talks by 'Abdu'l-Baha: Universal Education is a collection of talks given by 'Abdu'l-Baha - the son and appointed successor of Baha'u'llah, the Prophet and Founder of the Baha'i Faith - during his historic journey to Europe and North America in 1911 and 1912. Speaking in front of multiple audiences, 'Abdu'l-Baha offered profound insights on the importance of education. These informative and engaging talks detail how education is an integral and glorified element of the advancement of civilization and the betterment of the world. The talks included in this volume are timely today with their emphasis on education for all. 'Abdu'l-Baha offers insight into the significance of education on both a material and spiritual level. Stressing the exalted role of motherhood and the equality of women and men, he places special emphasis on the need for universal education for all, regardless of gender, class, race, or circumstance.

Abdu'l-Baha, meaning Servant of the Glory, was the title assumed by Abbas Effendi (1844-1921), the eldest son and appointed successor of Baha'u'llah, the Prophet and Founder of the Baha'i Faith. A prisoner since the age of nine, 'Abdu'l-Baha shared a lifetime of imprisonment and exile with his father at the hands of the Ottoman Empire. He spent his entire life in tireless service to the Baha'i Faith, and was a lifelong proponent of the unity of all people and religions.