In order to answer that question one needs to have some view of the nature of a human being and the purpose of this life. This page and associated links provide access to materials used in an Institute course and deepening programs that address issues of human development and education from the perspective of Bah ' scripture. The primary audiences include parents, educators and others responsible for developing the qualities of children and youth. Two additional data bases are available that provide information based on scripture from other world religions as well as from the perspective of science . The intent is to demonstrate the unity of science and religion as it relates to human growth and development.
Vision relates to dreams and goals of what is possible and desirable to do.
Character has to do with the habits or patterns of thinking, feeling, willing and behaving that link to issues of right and wrong, justice and equity, and morality. Competence has to do with the knowledge, values, attitudes and skills that relate to successful performance. All three issues are intertwined and difficult to separate, although our experience suggests these can be observed separately in people. The Brilliant Star is comprised of nine domains of competence, plus character and style. Character and personal style are central to development of competence in each of the nine domains and are shown in the middle of the star.