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 […]
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.
A new website explores Bahá’í experience and thought in the field of social action, drawing on the latest edition of “For the Betterment of the World.”
The first complete translation of the Kitáb-i-Aqdas—Bahá’u’lláh’s Most Holy Book—in Swedish has been published by the Bahá’ís of Sweden.
A forum held by the Bahá’ís of Uzbekistan explores how residents, communities, and institutions can foster strong bonds of harmony in their neighborhoods.
Participants from various fields of academic inquiry explore how the principle of the oneness of humanity informs their efforts.
Design unveiled for Canada’s national Bahá’í House of Worship, giving expression to devotion and service throughout the country directed toward the betterment of society.
People of diverse backgrounds joined together on the illuminated terraces leading to the Shrine of the Báb on Mount Carmel for a fifth occasion of “Terraces by Night.”
Economist Nava Ashraf explores the implications of the concept of work as service for living a meaningful life.
The Bahá’í Office of External Affairs in Bolivia brings together Indigenous authorities, officials, and researchers to examine why lasting peace cannot rest on inequality
Years of conversation at the national level in the US culminate in publication and website with insights on overcoming racial prejudice.
This podcast episode explores how spiritual principles are fostering greater unity, participation, and shared responsibility in communities across Papua New Guinea.
Marking 50 years, the Association for Bahá’í Studies conference brought together some 2,100 participants to explore scholarship and knowledge for the common good.
Four new essays explore wisdom and reason, Bahá’í contributions to social renewal in Iran, an expanded view of innovation, and the foundations of lasting peace.
As AI enters daily life, Bahá’í representatives in Abu Dhabi reflect on what family is for and how it can shape technology’s use toward the common good.
A new BIC Brussels statement explores the conditions to unlock the potential of all young people to contribute to social betterment.
Participants from three countries describe how Bahá’í educational programs are helping young people see their studies, work, and service as part of one coherent life.
In a Brussels neighborhood, young people prepared brunch for whoever wished to come, drawing elders, parents, and children into unexpected fellowship.
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