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Month: January 2017

About the Baha'i Faith

Brief Introduction to the Bahá’í Faith

January 12, 2017

The story of the Bahá’í Faith begins in nineteenth century Persia, the country we now call Iran, about 160 years ago.  Bahá’ís trace the founding of the Faith to the Twin Prophets, the Bab and […]

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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

Maryland Bahá’í Chair: Scholars and artists envision a future beyond racial categories

The Bahá’í Chair for World Peace at the University of Maryland examines how the notion of distinct “races” acts as a barrier to a just and peaceful society.

“What the world could be like”: Century-old Haifa building serves as meeting-place for friendship

Neighbors, artists, faith leaders and officials gathered at the centennial of a historic building on Haparsim Street, creating what some called a glimpse of peace.

In Conversation: BIC explores oneness and interdependence in governance

The latest podcast episode from the News Service explores the need for governance that recognizes humanity as an interdependent whole rather than competing units.

“Something luminous amid the ruin”: Community-building in Spain enhances resilience to floods

Seven months after catastrophic flooding in eastern Spain, communities have discovered deeper capacities for unity, service, and resilience amid ongoing recovery.

Houses of Worship: New Bahá’í temple to be established in the Philippines

The Universal House of Justice has announced plans for a new national Bahá’í temple to be established in the Philippines.

United Kingdom: Youth Interfaith Summit highlights spiritual dimension of climate action

The UK Bahá’í Office of Public Affairs highlights the need to integrate moral and spiritual principles into conversations about climate action for lasting change to occur

Insights from the Field: Educational initiatives in Zambia empower communities to reshape their future

Podcast explores how decades of Bahá’í educational efforts are empowering communities to apply spiritual principles to local needs and reshape their collective future.

Ghana: Olinga Foundation fosters literacy with moral purpose

Olinga Foundation pairs reading lessons with moral principles, addressing literacy needs in rural communities in Ghana over the past 25 years.

Insights from the Field: Canadian youth re-envision life’s purpose

New podcast explores how Bahá’í moral educational programs in Canada help youth place service at the center of their lives as they navigate contemporary life.

Bahá’í World Centre: BWNS website sees major redesign on 25th year since launch

The redesigned site offers seamless access to articles, videos, and podcasts with an enhanced visual experience that vividly conveys Bahá’í efforts for social progress

Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Marble installation begins, marking major milestone

Marble installation begins under the trellis, work on paths advances, landscaping and ‘Akká Visitors’ Centre near completion—marking major progress at the site.

CSW: Principle of equality a necessary condition for peace, says the BIC

BIC delegation explores how local consultative spaces are enabling communities to foster new patterns of relationships between women and men.

Brazil: National initiative harmonizes diverse perspectives on social justice

Diverse social actors in Brazil transcend institutional viewpoints, nurturing hope through dialogue and the reimagining of the foundations of justice and social progress.

In Conversation: Podcast explores youth efforts in the Canary Islands to live a coherent life

In this episode, we hear how a growing number of young people in the Canary Islands are striving for coherence in many aspects of their lives, including sports.

UN Commission for Social Development: BIC highlights spiritual foundations necessary for social prosperity

Spiritual foundations are essential to social cohesion, emphasized the Bahá'í International Community at the UN Commission for Social Development.

United Arab Emirates: Recognizing youth as protagonists of social change

Moral and spiritual education can foster youth’s potential to contribute to social harmony, say representatives of the Bahá’í community at a conference in the UAE.

Unfolding developments and news

  • Videos from the 114 Youth Conferences
  • Social and Economic Development efforts
  • Persecution of Bahá’ís in Iran
  • Bahá’í World News Service
  • Iran and Egypt: Human Rights update (Bahá’í World News Service)
Nearby Bahá’í Communities
  • Bahais of South King County
  • Bahá'ís of Redmond
  • Bahá’ís of Bellevue
  • Bahá’ís of Seattle
  • Eastside Bahá’í Center
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Bahá’í Faith National/International Level
  • Bahá’í Reference Library
  • Persecution of Bahá’ís in Iran
  • Bahá’í International Community
  • Bahá’í World News Service
  • Bahá’ís of the United States
  • Eastside Bahá’í Center
More information on the Bahá’í Faith
  • One Country – Newsletter; International
  • Abdu'l-Baha in America
  • Videos on the Bahá’í Faith
  • Bahá’í Communities around the World
  • US Bahá’í Newsroom
  • Social and Economic Development efforts
  • "Bahá’í Gardens" Website
  • Information Resource on the Bahá’í Faith
  • Ocean – Downloadable Library

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