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Becoming the Vanguard and Champions of a New Civilization – A Talk by Rod Clarken [Audio Version]

February 11, 2020, in Audio > Talks, by

This talk titled “Becoming the Vanguard and Champions of a New Civilization” was given by Dr. Rod Clarken at the Justice Conference, 2019.

In this talk, Dr. Clarken asks, “How do we become a source of social good and lay hold of all those instrumentalities that promote the peace and well-being and happiness, the knowledge, culture and industry, the dignity, value and station, of the entire human race?”, as Abdu’l-Baha has hoped for us? The presentation addresses this question by developing a conceptual framework derived from the Baha’i Writings that provide insight into human nature, purpose and transformation, and that challenge the dominant narratives of progress, accomplishment, meaning, power and happiness that pervade contemporary societies; by instead exploring truth, love and justice as the foundational instruments for transforming the individual, community and institutions; and discuss how we can develop our spiritual virtues, powers and capacities to enable us to become the vanguard and champions of a new civilization.

Dr. Clarken was a professor and director of teacher education for over three decades and has given presentations throughout the world on topics related to developing potential. More information and his books, papers, webcasts, courses and other material are available on his website: rodclarken.wordpress.com

The Justice Conference is an annual Baha’i-inspired forum for the exploration of international law, global governance, justice and ethics. It takes place in the Netherlands and all are welcome to participate!

You can watch the video recording of this talk here: Becoming the Vanguard and Champions of a New Civilization – Rod Clarken

Find out more about the Justice Conference and register to attend here on their website: justice-conference.com

And check out the Justice Conference Facebook page here.

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Naysan is passionate about using the arts and media to explore the teachings of the Baha’i Faith. Back in 2011, Naysan started up the Baha’i Blog project, channeling his experiences in both media and technology companies to help create a hub for Baha’i-inspired content online.
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Thank you so much for this presentation
We love Bahai Blog because you give us great resources for our Radio Bahai Program which is 2 hour program from FleurieuFM89.4
which is every Sunday Night From South Australia

I am a co presenter with Chris Reid

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