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The Life of the Spirit

The Human Soul

Articles and Resources

A selection of readings and resource materials on the subject of human soul.

From the Writings and Talks of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá

The State of Man and His Progress after Death

In this extract from Some Answered Questions, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá explains how the perfections of humanity are endless, and that we make progress even after leaving this world.

The Nonexistence of Evil

In this chapter from Some Answered Questions, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá describes the nonexistence of evil.

The Human Condition and the Spiritual Condition of the Divine Manifestations

The individual reality of the Manifestations of God is a holy reality, and for that reason it is sanctified and distinguished from all other things, states ‘Abdu’l-Bahá in this extract from Some Answered Questions.

Essays

The Concept of Spirituality

In this article, first published in 1982, William Hatcher explores the eternal process of individual and collective spiritual growth.

Further Reading

Bibliography of Recommended Reading

A list of further reading on this subject is available here.

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