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Judaism and the Bahá’í Faith

What connections do Bahá’í writers see between Jewish scripture, the hope for peace, and Bahá’u’lláh? Begin with the texts and consider both the proposed connections and Jewish interpretations.

A place to begin

Explore with care and curiosity

The Bahá’í Faith honours Moses and the prophets of Israel. Its understanding of progressive revelation offers one way of reading themes of covenant, justice, and a peaceful future without claiming to speak for Jewish communities.

These pages present a Bahá’í perspective for inquiry. You are invited to compare it with the tradition’s own sources and interpretations.

Questions to explore

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Use these prompts as you read the existing resources.

01 / INQUIRY

How does the Bahá’í Faith honour Moses and the prophets?

Start with the Bahá’í recognition of Moses and the history of the prophets of Israel.

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02 / INQUIRY

How are covenant and renewal understood?

Consider what covenant means in Jewish sources before comparing Bahá’í language of renewal.

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03 / INQUIRY

Which prophetic passages do Bahá’í writers connect with Bahá’u’lláh?

Read the passages in context and examine why interpretations of them differ.

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From the collection

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Continue into the material already published on iBahai, and consult the official Bahá’í introduction to the wider principle of progressive revelation.

Jewish interpretation is diverse and has its own long history. Read the Hebrew Bible in its context and compare interpretations with care. The linked iBahai collection may include older essays and external links; verify citations and availability when reading.