Reflections of a Baha’i Judge

Judge Nelson speaks of the moral dilemma of spiritual difficulties that exist in a world that is materially plentiful. The teachings of the Bahá’í Faith present principles that are world-embracing and will inevitably bring about peace and unity. He points out that we are born with "default switches" that are animal in nature and we must strive to "switch" to spiritual reactions rather than material ones. He discusses the two standards that exist for every endeavor. “Rules constrict, but principles liberate.”  Judge Nelson speaks of a justice system that is based on human values and dignity, rather than artificial rights.