The is the third volume in the highly three-volume “Self Study Notes for The Kitáb-i-Íqán, The Book of Certitude” series.
According to Shoghi Effendi, the Kitáb-i-Íqán, the Book of Certitude, should be mastered by every Bahá’í and is important reading for those who are interested in Bahá’í Faith, He states: “The Íqán is the most important book written on the spiritual significance of the Cause. I do not believe any person can consider himself well versed in the teachings unless he has studied it thoroughly.”
The Book of Certitude was written by Bahá’u’lláh, the founder of the Bahá’í Faith. As one of the main spiritual texts given to humanity, it is complex, intricate, and more beautiful each time it is read. Dr. Kourosh has compiled a wide range of useful contextual information that identifies more obscure theological, philosophical, and religious terms. He shows the connections to other religious texts and sacred scriptures and provides more information about references to historical events. Dr. Kourosh also deciphers the references to other Writings of Baha’u’llah, as well as Writings of the Báb, ‘Abdú’l-Bahá, and Shoghi Effendi, which will help illuminate complex passages.
According to the teachings of Bahá’u’lláh, spiritual texts have no purpose or meaning if they can’t be understood by the readers. Use this guide to study the Book of Certitude and gain a deeper understanding.
