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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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 […]

Today’s Events

  • ‘Ilm (Knowledge)‘Ilm (Knowledge)Baháʼí Month of ‘Ilm (Knowledge) begins.

Upcoming Events

  • October 17, 2024
    • Devotional GatheringDevotional GatheringDevotional Meeting on Zoom
      Everyone is welcome! On the 2nd, 3rd & 4th Thursday of every month.
      For the zoom link, please call (425) 470-3599 or use the 'Contact Us' form on this website.
  • October 20, 2024
    • Devotional Gathering at 7:30 pmDevotional GatheringTime: 7:30 pm
      Please join us for a devotional gathering on Sunday Evenings at 6pm to 6:40pm (in person). Everyone is welcome.
      For location or other information please leave a message at (425) 470-3599, or use the 'Contact us' form on this website

From the Bahá’í Writings

…if the religions investigate reality and seek the essential truth of their own foundations, they will agree and no difference will be found. But inasmuch as religions are submerged in dogmatic imitations, forsaking the original foundations, and as imitations differ widely, therefore, the religions are divergent and antagonistic. These imitations may be likened to clouds which obscure the sunrise; but reality is the sun. If the clouds disperse, the Sun of Reality shines upon all, and no difference of vision will exist. The religions will then agree, for fundamentally they are the same.

— Abdu’l-Baha

Bahá’í World News Service

Summit of the Future: Charting a path toward peace grounded in a shared identity

The central theme of the BIC’s contribution to the Summit of the Future was the need to place humanity’s interdependence at the heart of systems of global governance.

Insights from the Field: Podcast explores annual conference of the Association for Bahá’í Studies

Podcast episode explores the 48th ABS conference, featuring discussions on applying Bahá’í teachings to contemporary issues across diverse academic fields.

BIC New York: New video highlights youth voices on global interdependence

New BIC short film features youth from Bahá’í communities worldwide sharing reflections on global interdependence and what the Summit of the Future can represent.

In Conversation: Podcast explores the BIC’s contributions to the discourse on global governance

BIC representatives explore the discourse on global governance, highlighting principles of oneness, consultation, and service ahead of UN Summit of the Future.

Summit of the Future: BIC statement calls on leaders to reimagine global order

BIC statement urges embracing humanity’s interdependence as foundation for global governance, challenging world leaders to rethink systems at upcoming UN summit.

Shrine of the Báb: Significant construction in the grounds of the Shrine

Construction at the Shrine of the Báb encompasses several features to enhance accessibility with significant improvements to paths and enhancements to the plaza.

Remaining prisoners released: The Yemeni Bahá’í community’s unyielding pursuit of peace

Remaining Bahá’í prisoners released in Sanaa, illuminating a community’s resilience amid persecution and offering hope in their ongoing pursuit of justice and peace.

Bahá’í Studies: Seeking fresh perspectives to address the needs of humanity

Over 1,900 participants gathered in Atlanta to correlate the Bahá’í teachings with the contemporary questions pertaining to the wellbeing of humanity.

BIC New York: New statement highlights transformative potential of youth

BIC statement emphasizes the vital role of young people in fostering peaceful societies, calling for a rethinking of how youth are perceived and engaged.

In Conversation: Stories from temple dedication in Papua New Guinea

Latest podcast features stories from the recent dedication of the Bahá’í House of Worship, which stands as a symbol for unity and progress.

“A refuge for all”: Bahá’í temple in Germany marks 60th anniversary

Some 4,000 people of all backgrounds from across Europe reflect on the unifying role of the temple over the past 60 years.

Brazil: Capacities built in times of calm become vital during flood crisis

Amid floods in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, capacities built through Bahá’í community-building efforts were vital to relief efforts and maintaining hope during the crisis.

BIC Brussels: Oneness of humanity essential to food system reform

BIC highlights broad considerations, such as justice in international relations, for fostering more sustainable and equitable food systems in the EU and beyond.

Luxembourg: Overcoming passivity through community-building

The Bahá’ís of Luxembourg bring together academics and civil society members to explore the role of the community in overcoming the challenges of passivity.

#OurStoryIsOne: Marking a year when the arts inspired reflection worldwide

Today marks a year since #OurStoryIsOne was launched, honoring the 10 Bahá’í women who were hanged in Iran 41 years ago, inspiring artistic works on gender equality.

Tanzania: Bahá’í Most Holy Book published in Swahili

The first printed copy of the Kitáb-i-Aqdas—Bahá’u’lláh’s Most Holy Book—in Swahili has been published by the Bahá’ís of Tanzania.

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