‘Abdu’l-Bahá provides some spiritual laws for the participants in consultation in a Tablet [1]:   This is the process of establishing facts and developing a better understanding of the problem. Consultation is not about imposing one’s opinion on others but it is the process of finding the truth with full openness and frankness. Insisting on one’s opinion will not only cause disunity and conflict but will prevent the truth from being revealed.     While the participants in the consultative process are expected to express their views “with the utmost devotion, courtesy, dignity ..read more

A compilation from the Baha'i writings on the virtue of courtesy to be used as a Baha'i Feast devotional program. The Baha'i faith emphasizes finding a balanced middle ground in all things, as reflected in their quotes on moderation. 1. The Great Being saith: Human utterance is an essence which aspireth to exert its influence and needeth moderation. As to its influence, this is conditional upon refinement which in turn is dependent upon hearts which are detached and pure. As to its moderation, this hath to be combined with tact and wisdom as prescribed in the Holy Scriptures and Tablets. B ..read more

Consultation is in essence the synergy of the views expressed by the members of a group of people on a specific topic. In consultation, the members of the group describe their concerns and understanding of the topic under discussion. Through a mysterious process, the shining spark of truth emerges from the clash of opinions until consultation reaches a conclusion. The outcome of true consultation may not closely resemble any of the opinions expressed by the members during consultation but rather reflect the strength of all the members.   The views expressed by the members can be comple ..read more

The Baha'i faith emphasizes finding a balanced middle ground in all things, as reflected in their quotes on moderation. 1. The Great Being saith: Human utterance is an essence which aspireth to exert its influence and needeth moderation. As to its influence, this is conditional upon refinement which in turn is dependent upon hearts which are detached and pure. As to its moderation, this hath to be combined with tact and wisdom as prescribed in the Holy Scriptures and Tablets. Baha'u'llah, Tablets of Bahá’u’lláh 2. Whoso cleaveth to justice, can, under no circumstances, transgress the limit ..read more

A compilation from the Baha'i writings on the virtue of courtesy to be used as a Baha'i Feast devotional program. The Baha'i faith emphasizes the importance of courtesy as a cornerstone of respectful and harmonious relationships. Here's a selection of quotes from the Baha'i writings on the virtue of courtesy: 1.O people of God! I admonish you to observe courtesy, for above all else it is the prince of virtues. Well is it with him who is illumined with the light of courtesy and is attired with the vesture of uprightness. Whoso is endued with courtesy hath indeed attained a sublime station ..read more

Virtue of courtesy The Baha'i faith emphasizes the importance of courtesy as a cornerstone of respectful and harmonious relationships. Here's a selection of quotes from the Baha'i writings on the virtue of courtesy: 1.O people of God! I admonish you to observe courtesy, for above all else it is the prince of virtues. Well is it with him who is illumined with the light of courtesy and is attired with the vesture of uprightness. Whoso is endued with courtesy hath indeed attained a sublime station. It is hoped that this Wronged One and everyone else may be enabled to acquire it, hold fast unto ..read more

No individual in the Bahá’í Faith has the authority to make decisions for others. Spiritual Assemblies have the authority to make decisions for their communities. A decision is reached through the spiritual process of Bahá’í consultation. Consultation, if carried out according to the principles laid down in the Faith, is a spiritual process used to arrive at the truth of a matter and to make correct decisions regarding what actions to take. Consultation has been given a great deal of importance and significance in the Faith.   Bahá’u’lláh has emphatically stated: In the same Tablet, ju ..read more

A Holistic Approach to Well-being The Bahá’í International Community is pleased that women’s health was identified as a critical area of concern in the Beijing Platform for Action and that the Commission on the Status of Women is focusing global attention on this vital issue. The Bahá’í International Community, which actively collaborates with the World Health Organization, UNICEF, UNIFEM, and other UN agencies and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) on promoting women’s health, participated most recently in the Expert Group Meeting on Women and Health: Mainstreaming the Gender Perspective ..read more

Bahá’ís promote universal education, but also say, when a choice must be made, that girls should be educated in preference over boys—why is that, and isn’t such an idea unfair to boys? Let's start by acknowledging that during a time when it was quite uncommon, Bahá’u’lláh not only advocated for education for everyone, but also emphasized that it should be mandatory worldwide. This is closely linked to the following Baha'i teachings: The belief that every human being possesses unique talents and abilities, and that education is the key to discovering and utilizing these "gems" within us, bene ..read more

“Unlike the children of some other religions, Bahá’í children do not automatically inherit the Faith of their parents. However, the parents are responsible for the upbringing and spiritual welfare of their children…” - Universal House of Justice Thus, when someone embraces the Bahá’í Faith, it naturally follows that they would feel compelled to share the treasured insights they have gained with their loved ones. This includes the recognition of God's Messenger and His Teachings that are pertinent to our current era. This is why Baha'is believe children should be: “reared in the light of the R ..read more