A Focus of Unity
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Does it give you Hope?
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Unity and the Baha'i Faith
Against all the forces of destruction, chaos and oppression that afflict humanity, there are forces on this planet that have yet to be reckoned. Among them, outstanding in originality, longevity, and achievement, is the religion of the Baha'i. Growing slowly and steadily from its 19th century birth in Persia to its establishment in the cradle of the Holy Land, the Faith has already established a remarkable first in the history of the world. Its Founder, Baha'u'llah, promised that it would never be divided, for its very purpose is that of Unity. |
It gives me hope to know ...
Indeed, the Baha'i faith has amazingly survived nearly 150 years whole and intact, having generated no viable, enduring divisions, sects or schisms* even through its infancy, that most perilous of times that has witnessed more unavoidable breakdowns and defections out of the selfish drive for power latent in human nature. It is a powerful testimony, a near- impossible accomplishment in the history of humanity's encounters with the religions of the world. Yet it was something intended from the start, and promised by the Founder because of the vital importance of unity for our times
To me it is a hopeful harbinger, perhaps a turning point for our planet.
To me it is a hopeful harbinger, perhaps a turning point for our planet.
Baha'u'llah, the Prophet- Founder of the Baha'i Faith, paid the price for His mission of unity and love. His ideas were far beyond His time and brought bitter oppression, torture and persecution. Heartbreaking burdens heaped upon Him were met with extraordinary love. His magnetic figure and matchless words have mesmerized and inspired millions to this day. Over 20,000 of His followers met with martyrdom for their beliefs in the early days (1800-1850); many more now believe the Baha'i contain vital realities, indispensable in meeting the challenges of our time.
This independent Faith, now worldwide but still oppressed cradle of its birth (Iran, then Persia), is host to over 6 million Baha'is committed to the power of Unity and the foundations laid by one whom they proclaim as "Prophet- Manifestation of the Age". The Baha'i teachings may well be the original Source (circa 1850) of many ideas now moving the hearts of the worlds' peoples towards our planet's redemption, "seeds" free for the taking, cheering for the heart, and revealing for the needs of world unity, co-operation, and salvation. Baha'u'llah wrote that these ideals were to become the "spirit of the age."
The truth of this statement is now abundantly clear....
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______________________________________________ Links: Official Site : Baha'i World Faith Baha'i may also be found in your local telephone directory ( usually under "religious organizations" rather than in the "churches" section) and are happy to take calls. Back to: Unity and Baha'i-- Page 1 __________________________________ |
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* Though sects have appeared time to time, they have amounted to nothing.
