World Religion

Bahá'í Faith

Explore the comprehensive guide to the Bahá'í Faith - a modern religion emphasizing the unity of humanity, progressive revelation, and world peace.

8+ Million Followers
Founded 19th Century CE
Global Presence

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Core Beliefs

Unity of God

Belief in one God who has revealed Himself through progressive messengers

Significance:

Foundation of Bahá'í theology and universal religion

Key Aspects:

  • One God
  • Progressive revelation
  • Divine messengers
  • Universal truth
Unity of Religion

All religions come from the same source and serve the same purpose

Significance:

Promotes interfaith harmony and religious tolerance

Key Aspects:

  • Common source
  • Progressive revelation
  • Religious harmony
  • Universal truth
Unity of Humanity

All human beings are equal and should work for world peace

Significance:

Foundation for social justice and global cooperation

Key Aspects:

  • Human equality
  • World peace
  • Social justice
  • Global unity
Progressive Revelation

God reveals His will progressively through different messengers

Significance:

Explains religious diversity and evolution

Key Aspects:

  • Divine messengers
  • Progressive truth
  • Religious evolution
  • Continuing guidance

Core Practices

1Prayer and Meditation

Daily prayer and meditation for spiritual development

Importance:

Essential for spiritual growth and connection with God

Key Elements:

  • Daily prayers
  • Meditation
  • Spiritual reflection
  • Divine communion
2Service to Humanity

Working for the betterment of society and world peace

Importance:

Expresses love for God through service to others

Key Elements:

  • Community service
  • Social justice
  • Education
  • World peace
3Study of Sacred Writings

Regular study of Bahá'í scriptures and other religious texts

Importance:

Essential for spiritual development and understanding

Key Elements:

  • Bahá'í writings
  • Other scriptures
  • Spiritual education
  • Understanding truth

Major Traditions

Bahá'í Community

Unified approach

Global community with unified administrative structure

Characteristics:

  • Universal participation
  • Consultative decision-making
  • No clergy
  • Global administration

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