Bahá’ís of Issaquah

A Faith for Today

by F M in About the Baha'i Faith
Over a century ago Bahá’u’lláh taught that religious truth is not final but progressive. Religion is renewed, He said, in every age to re-establish and apply the unchanging principles found in the scriptures of the Great Religions of the world to the needs of the present day. The entrenched powers of 19th century Persian orthodoxy vehemently opposed His message but now His Faith is spread around the world. Here in Issaquah as in Europe, Africa, [...]
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Our Destiny

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The earth is but one country...
...and mankind its citizens.
- Bahá’u’lláh
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A century of endeavor

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The time has come

May 15, 2022

The world we live in Whether we call it “modernity”, or by some other name, there is a universal recognition that there is something very different about the world we live in today – something […]

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World Peace and the Bahá’í Faith

November 5, 2020

Bahá’u’lláh counsels mankind: “Let your vision be world-embracing, rather than confined to your own self.“ The Bahá’í Writings delineate a practical and new relationship between the nations and peoples of the world.  While a prisoner […]

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  • January 18, 2025
    • Sultán (Sovereignty)Sultán (Sovereignty)Baháʼí Month of Sultán (Sovereignty) begins.
  • January 19, 2025
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  • January 23, 2025
    • Devotional GatheringDevotional GatheringDevotional Meeting on Zoom
      Everyone is welcome! On the 2nd, 3rd & 4th Thursday of every month.
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From the Bahá’í Writings

EACH religion teaches that a mediator is necessary between man and the Creator — one who receives the full light of the divine splendor and radiates it over the human world, as the earth’s atmosphere receives and diffuses the warmth of the sun’s rays. This mediator between God and humanity has different designations though he always brings the same spiritual command. …In one era he is called Abraham, at another time Moses, again he is called Buddha, another time Jesus, and yet another time Mohammad. …Man must turn to the light and not think that the form of the lamp is essential, for the lamp may be changed; but he who longs for light welcomes it from whatever source it comes.

— Abdu’l-Baha

Bahá’í World News Service

In Conversation: Podcast explores BIC’s contributions to the discourse on societal harmony

BIC representatives discuss how spiritual principles and a conception of human nature rooted in the nobility of human beings can guide efforts to foster societal harmony.

India: Transforming economic structures to build a more caring society

The Bahá’í Chair for Studies in Development at Devi Ahilya University explores how spiritual principles can transform economic structures to foster a more caring society.

The Bahá’í World Publication: Historic series resumes with new print volume

The 35th volume of this historic series, covering 2006-2021, explores endeavors of people worldwide working to apply spiritual principles toward social progress.

2024: Year in Review

As 2024 comes to an end, the Bahá’í World News Service looks back at glimpses from efforts of the global Bahá’í community to foster a more peaceful world.

Social Cohesion: National gatherings explore paths toward societal harmony

Several national Bahá’í communities mark the births of the Báb and Baháʼu’lláh, with gatherings that bring together societal leaders to explore paths toward harmony.

Insights from the Field: Podcast explores the contribution of the Bahá’ís of Uzbekistan to society

Podcast explores the rich history of the Bahá’í community in Uzbekistan, highlighting its contributions to education, equality of women and men, and social harmony.

BIC New York: Rising support at UN General Assembly resolution criticizing Iran for persecution of Bahá’ís

The UN General Assembly rebukes Iranian government for its human rights violations, including against the Bahá’í community.

COP29: Exploring new approaches to climate action

At the UN Climate Conference, BIC delegates highlighted how the principles of humanity’s oneness and consultation are essential to addressing environmental challenges.

“A haven of peace”: Native forest at Colombia temple promotes environmental action

A native forest project on the grounds of Colombia’s Bahá’í House of Worship demonstrates how spiritual principles can guide environmental conservation.

Niger: Amid social challenges, youth advance culture of peace

At a conference in Maradi, over 300 young people explored how Bahá’í educational initiatives can foster patterns of community life that bring about peace.

India: Exploring art as a unifying and constructive force

A symposium at the Bahá’í House of Worship in New Delhi explores how artistic expression, guided by spiritual principles, can contribute to social transformation.

Bahrain: Development of families a foundation for social progress

Conferences in Bahrain highlight the pivotal role of families in fostering peaceful communities through the application of spiritual principles.

Shrine of the Báb: Recent work at the Shrine completed

Recent construction work at the Shrine of the Báb concludes, enhancing accessibility through new pathways and an expansion of the plaza at this sacred site on Mt. Carmel.

“Practitioners of Peace”: Ontario youth conference strengthens movement for social progress

Over 700 youth gathered to explore their part in building peaceful communities through service to their society.

Podcast: Bahá’í Chair examines conditions essential for lasting peace

The Bahá’í Chair for World Peace at the University of Maryland examines how spiritual and moral principles can help overcome barriers to creating a peaceful world.

Germany: Youth explore friendship and online interactions through film

A group of youth produce a short film about fostering true friendship amidst digital interactions, screened at local cinema to inspire community reflection.

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