Christianity Quote by Lydia Polgreen
“My parents were adherents of the Baha'i faith, which is sort of, I can't think of the best way to describe it, but it sort of has the same relationship to Islam that Christianity has to Judaism, and it's a kind of a universalist creed and missionaries aren't paid. You're essentially expected to go out and find a job and do your own thing, and in your spare time spread the faith, and so that was the driving force of us going overseas.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast with Lydia Polgreen, 2023
Describes the Baha'i faith as a universalist creed with a missionary spirit similar to Christianity’s relation to Judaism.
In simple terms: Baha'i is a universalist faith encouraging personal work and spreading its teachings.
Key Takeaway
Respect and share universal values while pursuing personal goals.
Themes
faith
universalism
missionary work
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
spiritual
cultural
When to use this quote
- overseas service
- interfaith dialogue
- community building
Key Concepts
religious identity
cultural exchange
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your faith shape your career choices?
- What tensions arise between personal goals and missionary duties?
A Different Perspective
Balancing personal ambition with religious expectations can be challenging.
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