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The Bahá'í Faith is an independent world religion. With more than Six million adherents residing in over 124,000 localities, the Bahá'í Faith is established in 233 countries across the planet. The spiritual principles of the Bahá'í Faith affirm its overall purpose--to bring about the oneness of humanity. In cooperation with these same principles, Bahá'ís also believe that there is only one Creator and that the spiritual truth of all religions is the same. |
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BAHA'U'LLAH
(The Glory of God)
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Bahá'u'lláh is the Messenger of God (return of Christ, Lord of Hosts; Isaiah 9:6) for this age and the Promised One of all religions. He suffered 40 years of imprisonment and was exiled from Tihrán in Iran through Constantinople/Istanbul in Turkey and Adrianople/Edirne in Turkey to 'Akká in the Holy Land , where He passed away in 1892. "This is the Day in which mankind can behold the Face, and hear the Voice, of the Promised One ... Great indeed is this Day! The allusions made to it in all the sacred Scriptures as the Day of God attest its greatness. The soul of every Prophet of God, of every Divine Messenger, hath thirsted for this wondrous Day."
"The Ancient Beauty (Baha'u'llah) hath consented to be bound with chains that mankind may be released from its bondage, and
hath accepted to be made a prisoner within this most mighty Stronghold that the whole world may attain unto true liberty." For official internationl site for the Baha'i Faith click here For official U.S site for the Baha'i Faith click here Events in Irving: Election Notice click here |
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Destiny of America |
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At this time of world turmoil, the United States Bahá’í community offers a perspective on the destiny of America as the promoter of world peace. More than a hundred years ago, Bahá’u’lláh, the founder of the Bahá’í Faith, addressing heads of state, proclaimed that the age of maturity for the entire human race had come. The unity of humankind was now to be established as the foundation of the great peace that would mark the highest stage in humanity’s spiritual and social evolution. Revolutionary and world-shaking changes were therefore inevitable. The Bahá’í writings state: The American nation, Bahá’ís believe, will evolve through tests and trials to become a land of spiritual distinction and leadership, a champion of justice and unity among all peoples and nations, and a powerful servant of the cause of everlasting peace. This is the peace promised by God in the sacred texts of the world’s religions. Establishing peace is not simply a matter of signing treaties and protocols; it is a complex task requiring a new level of commitment to resolving issues not customarily associated with the pursuit of peace. Universal acceptance of the spiritual principle of the oneness of humankind is essential to any successful attempt to establish world peace. Racism, one of the most baneful and persistent evils, is a major barrier to peace. The emancipation of women, the achievement of full equality of the sexes, is one of the most important, though less acknowledged, prerequisites of peace. The inordinate disparity between rich and poor keeps the world in a state of instability, preventing the achievement of peace. Unbridled nationalism, as distinguished from a sane and legitimate patriotism, must give way to a wider loyalty, to the love of humanity as a whole. Religious strife, the cause of innumerable wars and conflicts throughout history, is a major obstacle to progress. The challenge facing the world’s religious leaders is to contemplate, with hearts filled with compassion and the desire for truth, the plight of humanity, and to ask themselves whether they cannot, in humility before their God, submerge their theological differences in a great spirit of mutual forbearance that will enable them to work together for the advancement of human understanding and peace. Bahá’ís pray, "May this American Democracy be the first nation to establish the foundation of international agreement. May it be the first nation to proclaim the unity of mankind. May it be the first to unfurl the standard of the Most Great Peace." During this hour of crisis, we affirm our abiding faith in the destiny of America. We know that the road to its destiny is long, thorny and tortuous, but we are confident that America will emerge from her trials undivided and undefeatable. —National
Spiritual Assembly CLASSES The Baha'i Faith of Irving is pleased to announce the start of two new educational and developmental programs available soon to all Irving residents. Firstly, classes for children and youth (ages 3-16) will be held each Sunday morning from 10 Am till noon. Targeted to each child's age group and developmental level, the courses will teach children such things as spirituality, virtues, music, arts, and.... All subjects will be Non-denominational and bilingual, focus on teaching our children subjects and content they truly don't get from school..... Classes will begin Sunday October 9, 2005 and courses will be conducted in 9 week intervals throughout the Fall and Winter. Interested? All Irving residents are invited to attend an Open House on Saturday October 8, 2005 at 1 PM at the Irving Baha'i Center located at 2835 W.Gruauwyler Irving, TX 75061. Those unable to attend or who just want more information can also call (972)313-2552. Individualized courses to assist older youth and or adults with their studies in various course work are also being organized. The Baha'is of Irving have organized weekly study session in which instructors and tutors will be available to help students with any type of studies, including, but not limited to, math, science or English homework, practice for PSAT or SAT tests, or studying for GED or GRE. Assistance is free and open to the public. The service is available each Wednesday night between the hours of 6-9 at the Irving Baha'i Center.
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