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Month: May 2017

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Excellent overview of the Bahá’i Faith on BBC

May 30, 2017

Recently, the BBC published an article with extensive excerpts from a BBC audio podcast containing an excellent overview of the Bahá’i Faith.  The BBC Podcast is the latest in the BBC World Service’s “Heart and […]

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  • November 20, 2025
    • Thursday Evening Devotions at 5:30 pmThursday Evening DevotionsTime: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
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  • November 22, 2025
    • Qawl (Speech)Qawl (Speech)Baháʼí Month of Qawl (Speech) begins.
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    • Monday Morning Devotions at 7:00 amMonday Morning DevotionsTime: 7:00 am - 8:00 am
      Please join us for non-denomational devotions on the garden patio on nice days, inside otherwise. 2441 First Ave. at First and Jefferson. Call or Text 907-617-5704 for more information
  • November 25, 2025
    • Day of the CovenantDay of the Covenant

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

Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Landscaping work advances as ‘Akká Visitors’ Centre completed

A new milestone has been reached with the completion of the ‘Akká Visitors’ Centre as landscaping surrounding the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá continues to advance.

Insights from the Field: Uncovering early Bahá’í contributions to 19th century Iran—Part 1

New two-part podcast explores the largely hidden history of significant Bahá’í contributions to education, governance, and social reform in 19th century Iran.

“Generosity was everywhere”: Amid devastation, communities found strength during the Los Angeles fires

As wildfires ravaged the Los Angeles area, bonds forged through service became lifelines, revealing the quiet strength of a purposeful community in a time of crisis.

BIC Brussels: Recognizing youth as vital participants in promoting racial harmony

Drawing on Bahá’í experiences, a workshop with the European Commission explores how recognizing youth as agents of change advances efforts of racial unity.

"Practitioners of Peace": European youth consider their role in society’s renewal

500 youth from 22 countries in Eastern Europe gathered in Bucharest to explore how to intensify their efforts to contribute to the betterment of their societies.

Kiribati: Rethinking authority in pursuit of a culture of equality

Conversations on equality highlight that meaningful social change begins in the home through consultation, mutual respect, and recognition of human nobility.

Australia: Family-led environmental initiatives foster belonging

Families in rural Queensland turn a streetside garden into a place for service and to support local biodiversity.

KAZAKHSTAN: Religion as the inspiration for cooperation

Consultation is essential to addressing contemporary challenges, say Bahá’í delegates at the 8th Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions.

Terraces by Night: Thousands gather at Shrine of the Báb in admiration and contemplation

Over 13,000 people of diverse backgrounds experienced the illuminated terraces leading to the Shrine of the Báb on Mt. Carmel as part of the “Terraces by Night” event.

Insights from the Field: Application of spiritual principles to academic inquiry

Participants at the annual ABS conference reflect on how spiritual principles can inform inquiry across diverse fields—from neuroscience to information technology.

ETHIOPIA: New podcast invites youth to reflect on identity and purpose

A new podcast by the Bahá’ís of Ethiopia creates a space for youth to reflect on questions of identity in a society comprising more than 80 ethnic groups.

Reimagining America’s story: How unity and justice can shape national narratives

A symposium by the Bahá’ís of the US explores how stories grounded in unity and justice can hold the country’s painful realities and shared aspirations in the same frame.

BIC New York: New book spans 30 years of contributions to discourse on equality

A new book by the BIC, “In Full Partnership”, reflects on the profound interdependence of humanity’s advancement and the flourishing of women and girls.

In Conversation: Fostering cohesive neighborhoods in the United States

The latest podcast episode explores how youth in the US, inspired by spiritual principles, are discovering the joy of serving together for the common good.

BIC Geneva: UN Secretary-General’s report highlights persecution of Bahá’ís in Iran

New UN global report on intolerance and violence based on religion and belief cites Iran’s persecution of Bahá’ís as systematic repression.

Association for Bahá’í Studies: Towards a reimagining of academic enquiry

Participants of the 49th conference of the ABS explore the application of the Bahá’í teachings to a wide array of prevalent discourses on the wellbeing of humanity.

Unfolding developments and news

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  • Iran and Egypt: Human Rights update (Bahá’í World News Service)
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  • Bahá’í World News Service
  • Persecution of Bahá’ís in Iran

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