Tag Archives: Holy Days
Baha’i Faith – a Unique System of Self-Governance
There is no class of ecclesiastics or clergy in the Baha’i Faith. Rather, it is administered by a unique combination of freely elected councils and a complementary institution of appointed advisers. This administrative system operates at the local, regional, national, and international levels. Guided by principles laid down in the writings of Baha’u'llah, Baha’is have [...]
Spiritual Concepts
Baha’is believe there is one race – the human race. “The earth is but one country and mankind its citizens.” ~ Baha’u'llah
Ascension of ‘Abdul-Baha
‘Abdu’l-Baha was the Son of the Prophet-Founder of the Baha’i Faith. He passed away on 28 November 1921. He traveled to America in 1912. This video describes this Unique Personage.
Anniversary of the Martyrdom of the Bab
On July 9, Baha’is around the world commemorate the date in 1850 that the Bab – one of two main figures in the founding of their Faith – was executed by a firing squad in Iran, then called Persia. The Bab, whose name means “gate” in Arabic, had declared in 1844 that He was a [...]
Declaration of the Bab
The Bahá’í Faith traces its origin to 1844 and the announcement by a young man, Siyyid ‘Ali-Muhammad, in Shiraz, Persia. He took the title of the Báb (meaning “Gate” in Arabic). On May 22, 1844, in Shiraz, Persia (now Iran)— the Báb announced that He was the bearer of a Divine Revelation, which would prepare [...]
Ascension of Baha’u’llah
May 29 marks the anniversary of the Ascension of Baha’u'llah, the founder of the Baha’i Faith. The day is one of nine holy days in the Baha’i calendar when Baha’is suspend work and school. An observance will be held at the Beaverton Baha’i Center at 3:45 am on Saturday May 29, 2010. Breakfast will be served following the program.
Ridvan celebration
From April 21 to May 2, Baha’is observe the Festival of Ridvan. This most holy period commemorates the anniversary of Baha’u'llah’s declaration in 1863 that He was the Promised One of all earlier religions. This declaration marks the beginning of the Baha’i Faith. Come and join us as we celebrate this holiest of festivals: Thursday [...]
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