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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

White doves and gray doves associate with each other in perfect friendship. Man draws imaginary lines on the planet and says, “This is a Frenchman, a Musselman, an Italian!” Upon these differences wars are waged. Men are fighting for the possession of the earth. They fight for that which becomes their graves, their cemeteries, their tombs.

In reality all are members of one human family — children of one Heavenly Father. Humanity may be likened unto the vari-colored flowers of one garden. There is unity in diversity. Each sets off and enhances the other’s beauty.

— Abdu’l-Baha

Bahá’í World News Service

Azerbaijan: Bahá’í principle of unity inspires national conference on coexistence

The first national conference on coexistence in Azerbaijan was inspired by discussions about the Bahá’í principle of unity in diversity just days before to the event.

BIC New York: Recasting humanity’s relationship with natural world

Released on the occasion of Stockholm+50, the BIC explores root causes of escalating environmental breakdown and highlights principles and proposals for action.

Tunisia: TV interview explores constructive role of religion in society

A representative of Bahá’ís of Tunisia draws on the experience of the Bahá’ís of that country to explore the concept of religion as a force for social progress.

“Family a seedbed for change”: Fostering a new culture of equality in India

The Bahá’í Office of Public Affairs of India shares insights and ideas relevant to the national discourse on the equality of women and men.

“We are all one family”: Religious leaders highlight moral education as foundation for peace

Religious leaders and government officials gather to discuss collective efforts toward fostering peace, amity, and concord.

“Radiating peace and hope”: Bahá’í temple in Panama marks 50th anniversary

Government officials and leaders of diverse faith communities reflect on the unifying role of the Bahá’í House of Worship in Panama over the past fifty years.

BIC: Promoting principle of oneness in African-European partnership

The Brussels and Addis Ababa Offices of the BIC release joint statement to EU leaders, calling for recognition of the principle of oneness in AE-EU partnership.

Global Conferences: Grassroots gatherings imbue communities with sense of common purpose

Gatherings in diverse settings inspire consultations about fostering vibrant communities based on the Baháʼí Faith’s vision of a peaceful world

Global Conferences: The arts promote peace, inspire service to society

As the wave of global conferences continues, artistic works emerging from these gatherings are expressing the longing to seek harmony and to serve society.

Indore Bahá’í Chair: Principles requisite for climate action

The Indore Bahá’í Chair explores the principles needed to bring humanity into greater balance with the natural world.

Global Conferences: Youth provide a hopeful outlook for the future

As a wave of conferences continues to sweep across the world, young people in particular are stepping to the fore and intensifying their efforts toward building unity.

BIC New York: Forum highlights women’s critical role in climate action

The BIC brought together member state representatives, UN agencies, and civil society to explore how women are uniquely situated to lead responses to the climate crisis.

Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Emerging Shrine a symbol of peace and service to humanity

As work on the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá presses on, Bahá’ís are remembering His call for universal peace, especially today, on Naw-Rúz, a day of spiritual renewal.

Global Conferences: Striving for the greater good of humanity

As the wave of global conferences moves across the world, more people are awakening to the possibilities for fostering unity and serving their society.

Global conferences: Fostering a culture of peace, contributing to social betterment

A wave of conferences across the globe is bringing together the well-wishers of humanity to consult on how they can promote unity and address the needs of their societies

BIC: Re-envisioning the future of work

The New York Office of the BIC has been exploring new conceptions of work, centered around the principles of unity, justice, collaboration, and consultation.

Unfolding developments and news

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