A Faith for Today

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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

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 […]

About the Baha'i Faith

World Peace and the Bahá’í Faith

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

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    Please join us for a devotional gathering on Sunday Evenings at 7:30pm (in person). Everyone is welcome.
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Upcoming Events

  • December 7, 2023
    • Devotional GatheringDevotional GatheringDevotional meeting. Everyone is welcome.
      First Thursday of every month - in person
      For location or other information please leave a message at (425) 470-3599, or use the 'Contact us' form on this website
  • December 8, 2023
    • Meaningful Conversations at 7:30 pmMeaningful ConversationsTime: 7:30 pm
      This is an in-person discussion
      For location or other information please leave a message at (425) 470-3599, or use the 'Contact us' form on this website
  • December 10, 2023
    • Devotional Gathering at 7:30 pmDevotional GatheringTime: 7:30 pm
      Please join us for a devotional gathering on Sunday Evenings at 7:30pm (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

The first teaching of Bahá’u’lláh is the duty incumbent upon all to investigate reality. What does it mean to investigate reality? It means that man must forget all hearsay and examine truth himself, for he does not know whether statements he hears are in accordance with reality or not. Wherever he finds truth or reality, he must hold to it, forsaking, discarding all else; for outside of reality there is naught but superstition and imagination.

— Abdu’l-Baha

Bahá’í World News Service

A solemn session in the Chamber of Deputies of Brazil explored a century of Bahá’í efforts toward social transformation in that country.

A group of youth in Kenya record and distribute programs on local issues through messaging platforms, stimulating vibrant discussions about social progress.

Counsellor Kessia Ruh shares stories about emerging social action initiatives in Papua New Guinea that are giving hope for a more prosperous future.

The gentle call for oneness echoed in the Tanna House of Worship in a gathering of diverse faith communities marking the 2nd anniversary of the temple’s dedication.

A gathering held by the BIC and the Bahá’ís of Sweden draws on insights from Bahá’í community-building efforts that foster social cohesion at the grassroots.

A recent gathering held at the Bahá’í House of Worship in Santiago explores how religion can contribute to building a more cohesive society.

In this podcast episode, we hear how people are learning to apply scientific knowledge together with spiritual principles to the development of their communities.

The News Service has now integrated the Persian language into its website, marking a notable enhancement since the News Service was established over two decades ago.

Participants at ABS conference correlate spiritual principles with diverse fields, uncovering fresh perspectives for addressing contemporary challenges facing humanity.

The Bahá’í Chair for Studies in Development at Devi Ahilya University explores the principles of equality and unity in building a caring society.

In this latest podcast episode, we hear reflections from young people about the role of Bahá’í Houses of Worship in strengthening community life.

The trellis for the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá has now been cast, signaling the completion of the concrete body of the Shrine.

The Bahá’í World News Service introduces a new video section featuring all BWNS video productions, including short videos, documentaries, and video podcasts.

A recent gathering on the grounds of the House of Worship in the Democratic Republic of the Congo explored humanity’s relationship with the natural world.

Unique woven exterior of the emerging temple in Papua New Guinea has recently been completed; the pattern is symbolic of unity and coming together of diverse groups.

In this latest podcast episode, we hear perspectives and insights about how Bahá’í Houses of Worship in Kenya and Uganda are enriching community life.