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Luke Slott's Stories of Light episodes
- Remover of Difficulties
The fourth song from Gate of Heaven, based on a prayer of the Báb.
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On October 29 and 30, 2019, the Bahá'í community invites you to join in celebration of the Bicentenary of the Birth of the Báb (the Gate), the Forerunner of Bahá'u'lláh. The Gate of Heaven Podcast is an audio-only version of the Gate of Heaven Video Diary, a series of storytelling videos posted on YouTube in 2019 to accompany the release of my new album, Gate of Heaven. The diary tells the story of the Báb and His heroic followers, as recorded by Nabíl in his 19th-century chronicle, The Dawn-Breakers. For more resources visit gateofheavendiary.comSupport the show
4 min - Gate of Heaven Diary Ep. 15: The Wife of the Báb
In this special episode we get to know Khadíjih Bagum, the Báb's beloved wife. Shortly before He is expelled from Shiráz, never to see her again, He gives Khadíjih a special prayer to help her in times of difficulty. We also read about a moment - not recounted in The Dawn-Breakers - that changed Khadíjih's life and marriage forever.
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On October 29 and 30, 2019, the Bahá'í community invites you to join in celebration of the Bicentenary of the Birth of the Báb (the Gate), the Forerunner of Bahá'u'lláh. The Gate of Heaven Podcast is an audio-only version of the Gate of Heaven Video Diary, a series of storytelling videos posted on YouTube in 2019 to accompany the release of my new album, Gate of Heaven. The diary tells the story of the Báb and His heroic followers, as recorded by Nabíl in his 19th-century chronicle, The Dawn-Breakers. For more resources visit gateofheavendiary.comSupport the show
17 min - Gate of Heaven Diary Ep. 14: Last Days in Shiráz
In Episode 14, we resume the main narrative of The Dawn-Breakers and explore significant developments during the final days of the Báb's house arrest under the care of His uncle in Shiráz. This episode introduces us to Hujjat, a high-ranking priest destined to play an important role in the unfoldment of the Báb's movement.
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On October 29 and 30, 2019, the Bahá'í community invites you to join in celebration of the Bicentenary of the Birth of the Báb (the Gate), the Forerunner of Bahá'u'lláh. The Gate of Heaven Podcast is an audio-only version of the Gate of Heaven Video Diary, a series of storytelling videos posted on YouTube in 2019 to accompany the release of my new album, Gate of Heaven. The diary tells the story of the Báb and His heroic followers, as recorded by Nabíl in his 19th-century chronicle, The Dawn-Breakers. For more resources visit gateofheavendiary.comSupport the show
15 min - Bestow Upon Me
The third song from Gate of Heaven, based on a prayer of the Báb.
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On October 29 and 30, 2019, the Bahá'í community invites you to join in celebration of the Bicentenary of the Birth of the Báb (the Gate), the Forerunner of Bahá'u'lláh. The Gate of Heaven Podcast is an audio-only version of the Gate of Heaven Video Diary, a series of storytelling videos posted on YouTube in 2019 to accompany the release of my new album, Gate of Heaven. The diary tells the story of the Báb and His heroic followers, as recorded by Nabíl in his 19th-century chronicle, The Dawn-Breakers. For more resources visit gateofheavendiary.comSupport the show
4 min - Gate of Heaven Diary Ep. 13: The Báb as a Businessman
In Episode 13, we explore some anecdotes about the Báb's work as a merchant, His high sense of justice, and the principles by which He conducted His business.
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On October 29 and 30, 2019, the Bahá'í community invites you to join in celebration of the Bicentenary of the Birth of the Báb (the Gate), the Forerunner of Bahá'u'lláh. The Gate of Heaven Podcast is an audio-only version of the Gate of Heaven Video Diary, a series of storytelling videos posted on YouTube in 2019 to accompany the release of my new album, Gate of Heaven. The diary tells the story of the Báb and His heroic followers, as recorded by Nabíl in his 19th-century chronicle, The Dawn-Breakers. For more resources visit gateofheavendiary.comSupport the show
9 min - Gate of Heaven Diary Ep. 12: The Báb as a Boy
In Episode 12, we digress from the main narrative to learn about the Báb's childhood, His schooldays, His beloved uncle, and the extraordinary qualities He exhibited from the very early days of His life.
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On October 29 and 30, 2019, the Bahá'í community invites you to join in celebration of the Bicentenary of the Birth of the Báb (the Gate), the Forerunner of Bahá'u'lláh. The Gate of Heaven Podcast is an audio-only version of the Gate of Heaven Video Diary, a series of storytelling videos posted on YouTube in 2019 to accompany the release of my new album, Gate of Heaven. The diary tells the story of the Báb and His heroic followers, as recorded by Nabíl in his 19th-century chronicle, The Dawn-Breakers. For more resources visit gateofheavendiary.comSupport the show
12 min - Gate of Heaven Diary Ep. 11: 'Abdu'l-Karím's Bird
Throughout The Dawn-Breakers, Nabíl enchants us with dozens of stories of individuals who had devoted themselves to a sincere search for truth. In Episode 11, we explore one such story, that of 'Abdu'l-Karím, whose dream of a beautiful bird helped him recognize the Báb.
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On October 29 and 30, 2019, the Bahá'í community invites you to join in celebration of the Bicentenary of the Birth of the Báb (the Gate), the Forerunner of Bahá'u'lláh. The Gate of Heaven Podcast is an audio-only version of the Gate of Heaven Video Diary, a series of storytelling videos posted on YouTube in 2019 to accompany the release of my new album, Gate of Heaven. The diary tells the story of the Báb and His heroic followers, as recorded by Nabíl in his 19th-century chronicle, The Dawn-Breakers. For more resources visit gateofheavendiary.comSupport the show
14 min - Wondrous Paradise
The second song from Gate of Heaven, based on a passage from the Bayán.
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On October 29 and 30, 2019, the Bahá'í community invites you to join in celebration of the Bicentenary of the Birth of the Báb (the Gate), the Forerunner of Bahá'u'lláh. The Gate of Heaven Podcast is an audio-only version of the Gate of Heaven Video Diary, a series of storytelling videos posted on YouTube in 2019 to accompany the release of my new album, Gate of Heaven. The diary tells the story of the Báb and His heroic followers, as recorded by Nabíl in his 19th-century chronicle, The Dawn-Breakers. For more resources visit gateofheavendiary.comSupport the show
5 min - Gate of Heaven Diary Ep. 10: The King's Messenger
As the Báb's message begins to captivate his nation, Muhammad Sháh, King of Persia, commissions a royal investigation. He sends the country's greatest scholar, Siyyid Yahyá Darabí (later known as Vahíd), to report on the 'matter of the Báb'. Full of pride in his accomplishments, Vahíd sets out from the capital but is taken by surprise by the extraordinary powers of the humble Merchant of Shiraz.
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On October 29 and 30, 2019, the Bahá'í community invites you to join in celebration of the Bicentenary of the Birth of the Báb (the Gate), the Forerunner of Bahá'u'lláh. The Gate of Heaven Podcast is an audio-only version of the Gate of Heaven Video Diary, a series of storytelling videos posted on YouTube in 2019 to accompany the release of my new album, Gate of Heaven. The diary tells the story of the Báb and His heroic followers, as recorded by Nabíl in his 19th-century chronicle, The Dawn-Breakers. For more resources visit gateofheavendiary.comSupport the show
12 min - Gate of Heaven Diary Ep. 9: Arrest on the Road to Shiráz
Having completed His pilgrimage to Mecca and Medina, and announced His message to the pilgrims gathered at the Kaaba, the Báb returns to Persia. Sending Quddús ahead of Him, He warns him of the difficulties that lie ahead but assures him of his great destiny. When Husayn Khán, the ruthless governor of Shiráz, hears about the Báb, he immediately orders His arrest. The Báb responds in an unexpected manner.
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On October 29 and 30, 2019, the Bahá'í community invites you to join in celebration of the Bicentenary of the Birth of the Báb (the Gate), the Forerunner of Bahá'u'lláh. The Gate of Heaven Podcast is an audio-only version of the Gate of Heaven Video Diary, a series of storytelling videos posted on YouTube in 2019 to accompany the release of my new album, Gate of Heaven. The diary tells the story of the Báb and His heroic followers, as recorded by Nabíl in his 19th-century chronicle, The Dawn-Breakers. For more resources visit gateofheavendiary.comSupport the show
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About Luke Slott's Stories of Light
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Hi there, I'm Luke Slott from Dublin. Throughout my life as a musician, I've always loved sharing the stories behind my songs. In this podcast, I focus on sharing stories from the history of the…
Bahá'í Faith, my main source of creative inspiration. Hope you enjoy these Stories of Light!