After Baha’u’llah’s passing on this day 129 years ago, the mantle of His enduring Covenant fell on ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, the One “Who hath branched from this Ancient Root”.
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Centenary of the Ascension of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: new resources
Two new releases from the Bahá’í World Centre add to the depth of resources available for reflecting on the life and wisdom of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá in this centenary year.
Writings of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
A selection of featured books from the Bahá’í Distribution Service focusing on Writings of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá.
Tablet of Ridván
At this Ridván period - the “King of Festivals”, the “Festival of God” - we share with you a Tablet revealed by Bahá’u’lláh for this time of “Supreme Felicity”, and wish you all a joyous Ridván.
New translations of prayers issued at an auspicious time
A letter on behalf of the Universal House of Justice announces: "These new translations have been prepared by the Research Department at the request of the House of Justice to mark the forthcoming commemoration of the centenary of the Master’s passing."
Universal House of Justice: the central pivot of the people of Bahá
New compilation of guidance about this majestic and mighty edifice: “It is particularly befitting that the release of this compilation comes shortly before the one hundredth anniversary of the Ascension of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá and of the inauguration of the Administrative Order.”
Momentous centenary year promises to open new doors
Two letters, one from the Universal House of Justice, and one from the National Assembly, focus on the gifts we can offer in these historic moments relating to the centenary commemorations for ‘Abdu’l-Bahá and the close of the first century of the Formative Age of the Faith.
Supreme Body maps out new heights to ascend
On the blessed Day of the Covenant, the beloved Supreme Institution of our Faith disclosed exciting vistas ahead of us in coming years.
Significance of Day of the Covenant - this year Wednesday 25 November
Inspirational passages are presented here in anticipation of the Day of the Covenant, which is not a day to suspend work, but a day for reflection on the magnificent contribution to the world of the Master.
Ascension of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: May we embody His counsels
Inspirational passages are presented here in anticipation of the commemoration of the Ascension of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá in the early hours of Friday morning at 2:00 a.m. on 27 November 2020 (6 Qawl 177).
Unit convention contributes to building a new world
Unit convention is one of the occasions when Bahá’ís exercise the “high privilege” of voting in the unique elections that Bahá’u’lláh has established.
Compilation on standing strong in a disordered world
The friends are encouraged to draw inspiration and insight from a new compilation being circulated by the Institution of the Counsellors.
Celebrating the Twin Holy Birthdays
Celebrating special days of the second most important festival on the Baháʼí calendar.
Writings and prayers in te reo Māori
These Bahá’í literature resources in te Reo Māori enable our community to strengthen its practice of unity in diversity in the context of Aotearoa.
Guidance on referendums and civil elections this year
It is up to the private conscience of each believer to decide how to vote in the general election and the referendums to be held soon. Quotations are provided here to assist in reflecting on the issues involved.
The ‘Right of God’ bestows personal and social benefits
“In ordaining the mighty law of Ḥuqúqu’lláh, the Blessed Beauty has vouchsafed a favour unto His ardent lovers through which they can express their personal sense of devotion to God in a profoundly private act of conscience.”
We are called to allay confusion with hope
These quotations for tumultuous times focus on the role of the Bahá’í community in spreading “confidence and assurance, hope and optimism”, and on promoting the oneness of humanity in the face of racial prejudice.
Ascension of Bahá’u’lláh: ‘We behold you from Our realm of glory’
On this Holy Day, to be commemorated on 28 May, at 3.00 a.m., we remember the moment when, as Shoghi Effendi writes, Bahá’u’lláh’s “spirit, at long last released from the toils of a life crowded with tribulations, had winged its flight to His ‘other dominions…’”
Declaration of the Báb: the moment a new world began
The Holy Day for the Declaration of the Báb falls on 22-23 May (8 ‘Aẓamat). Here are offered Sacred Writings and historical accounts to uplift the hearts of readers on this sacred day.
Sparking constructive conversations on social media
How can we be positive and effective in our social media conversations? A brief compilation and relevant questions offer help with reflecting on themes and approaches.