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Meet Joel, a boy from Galilee who faces the world with a heavy heart, unable to play with the other children due to his disability. But when Rabbi Phineas enters his life, he helps Joel discover a hidden purpose and shares the inspiring story of a boy from Nazareth whose kindness inspires his own. As whispers of miracles spread throughout the land, the hope of the Messiah becomes tangible. When someone suggests that Joel should seek healing for his back, he embarks on a journey to find the miracle worker. Will Joels quest lead him to the transformation he longs for?

Delve into the fascinating life and journey of Thornton Chase, widely acknowledged as the first person of Western descent to embrace the Baháí Faith. Chase was a pivotal figure in organizing Baháí activities in Chicago and Los Angeles, making him a well-respected figure within the Baháí community. His 1907 pilgrimage to Akka profoundly impacted him, particularly his three-day encounter with `Abdul Bahá. So taken was `Abdul Bahá by Chases character, he bestowed upon him the title of Thábit, meaning steadfast. Upon his return, Chase penned his pilgrimage ...