Books with author Jacqueline Mehrabi

Immortal Heroines is the story of six very special women who lived during the last four thousand years. Each one was blessed by being chosen by God for a holy purpose: Sarah as the devoted wife of Abraham; Así­yih as the adoptive mother of Moses; Mary as the mother of Jesus; Fátimih as the favoured daughter of Muhammad; Táhirih as an outstanding believer in the time of the Báb; and Bahíyyih Khánum as the beloved daughter of Bahá'u'lláh. They shine down through the centuries and are an inspiration to millions of people. Whether we are boys or girls, young or old, we will feel inspired and thrilled as we step into their lives of adventure, service, miracles and love.

Immortal Heroines is the story of six very special women who lived during the last four thousand years. Each one was blessed by being chosen by God for a holy purpose: Sarah as the devoted wife of Abraham; Asíyih as the adoptive mother of Moses; Mary as the mother of Jesus; Fátimih as the favoured daughter of Muhammad; Táhirih as an outstanding believer in the time of the Báb; and Bahíyyih Khánum as the beloved daughter of Bahá'u'lláh. They shine down through the centuries and are an inspiration to millions of people. Whether we are boys or girls, young or old, we will feel inspired and thrilled as we step into their lives of adventure, service, miracles and love.

Why, asked Hom, do I feel different from the animals? Because, said God, You ask the question 'why?' A book for all children who ask the question 'why?' Remember the Rainbow is the story of evolution from a Bahá'í viewpoint, in which science and religion go hand in hand. The history of mankind is told from the beginning. There is the story of Omi who looks like and amoeba, Fin who swims in the shallow part of the sea and longs for the sun, Tad who dreams of running, Utang who feels he is not an ape at all, although he looks like one. And finally Man, who always forgets, until the time comes when his destiny calls him to recognize his kinship with all other members of the family of humankind.

Discovering the Moon follows the story of a soon-to-be fifteen-year-old girl named Fern who lives on the remote Orkney Islands in northern Scotland. Fern explores what it means to reach her fifteenth birthday as well as what it means to be in charge of her own spiritual destiny by having deep spiritual conversations with her loving family members. These conversations focus on discussing the Long Obligatory Prayer, a prayer that every Bahá'í over the age of fifteen is required to recite, and through study she ultimately discovers her own sense of purpose. In the Bahá'í Faith, the age of fifteen marks the end of childhood and the beginning of an individual's sole responsibility for the progression of their spiritual existence. Discovering the Moon asks deep questions and challenges readers, in a relatable and gentle way, to live up to the teachings and expectations of their own religious beliefs the same way that Fern does upon turning fifteen.

Discovering the Sun follows Fern, a fifteen-year-old girl who has grown up on the remote Orkney Islands of northern Scotland, who is preparing to leave home for the first time to attend boarding school. Faced with the prospect of being away from the familiarity of her loving family, she is apprehensive about what lies ahead. She is also preparing to take part in the nineteen-day Bahai Fast for the first time. Concerned that she will be an outsider because of her faith, Fern soon makes friends with a number of classmates and discovers that she is not the only one who comes from a slightly different background. She also comes to learn that the Fast cannot only be a source of nourishment for her and for others, but that tests and blessings can come from some unexpected directions. Along the way, Fern learns much about the Muslim faith from her friend, Rana, and discusses the Bible and Christianity with her roommate, Ingrid. Fern also finds that, although many of her classmates think its strange that she is participating in the Bahai Fast, they seem to respect her commitment to it. She spends much of her time in deep thought and contemplation, and ultimately grows to know herself better as a result of her experience.

Discovering the Sea is the story of Fern, a sixteen-year-old girl home for the summer after completing her first year of boarding school, and intent on exploring the concept of the Covenant of God. Through discussions with friends and family members, Fern learns about the Bahai concept of the Covenant as an agreement between God and mankind in which God promises never to leave us alone without guidance. Fern discusses the religions of the past, and the ways in which disunity seemed to arise among their followers after the passing of the Prophets and Founders of the religions. With the help of her family members and friends, Fern studies the wills of Bahaullah, the Prophet and Founder of the Bahai Faith, and Abdul-Baha, the eldest son and appointed successor of Bahaullah, and comes to appreciate the unique and significant Covenant made between Bahaullah and His followers. Over the course of the summer, Fern also spends time with Callum, a classmate who is staying nearby to work on his uncle's fishing boat.. The two develop a close and meaningful friendship and together explore the spiritual concepts that Fern is grappling with. Once again author Jacqueline Mehrabi paints a vivid and charming picture of life on the Orkney islands, and invites readers into Fern's world as she continues to ponder the mysteries of life with a warm and open heart.

The second book in the Discovering series finds fifteen-year-old Fern leaving home to attend boarding school, and preparing to observe the Baha'i Fast for the first time. Concerned, that she will be an outsider because of her Faith, Fern soon makes friends with a number of classmates and discovers that she is not the only one who comes from a slightly different background.

Why, asked Hom, do I feel different from the animals?Because, said God, You ask the question ‘why?’A book for all children who ask the question ‘why?’ Remember the Rainbow is the story of evolution from a Bahá’í viewpoint, in which science and religion go hand in hand.The history of mankind is told from the beginning. There is the story of Omi who looks like and amoeba, Fin who swims in the shallow part of the sea and longs for the sun, Tad who dreams of running, Utang who feels he is not an ape at all, although he looks like one. And finally Man, who always forgets, until the time comes when his destiny calls him to recognize his kinship with all other members of the family of humankind.

Fern is on the verge of turning fifteen, a significant milestone in her life as a young Baha'i. In Fern's Faith, the age of fifteen represents the age of spiritual maturity — a time when she will leave childhood behind and take responsibility for the progress of her own spiritual existence. As she ponders the significance of her upcoming birthday, she engages her friends and family members in a series of deep and meaningful conversations. Much of their time is spent reading and discussing passages from the Long Obligatory Prayer, one of three prayers that every Baha'i over the age of fifteen is required to choose from and recite daily. These discussions cause Fern to think deeply about the mysteries of existence as well as about her own life and future.

Discovering the Sea is the story of Fern, a sixteen-year-old girl, who is home for the summer after completing her first year of boarding school, and intent on exploring the concept of the Covenant of God. Through discussions with friends and family members, Fern learns about the Baha'i concept of the Covenant as an agreement between God and mankind in which God promises never to leave us alone without guidance. Fern discusses the religions of the past, and the ways in which disunity seemed to arise among their followers after the passing of the Prophets and Founders of the religions. With the help of her family members and friends, Fern studies the wills of Baha'u'llah, the Prophet and Founder of the Baha'i Faith, and 'Abdu'l-Baha, the eldest son and appointed successor of Baha'u'llah, and comes to appreciate the unique and significant Covenant made between Baha'u'llah and His followers.