A Common Endeavor: A country’s story, still being written
On UN Charter Day, a gathering at the New York BIC Offices explored the spiritual principles that can guide America’s future as a nation among the community of nations.
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“A moral endeavor”: Why development is more than a technical exercise
A new volume of 14 essays from the Indore Bahá’í Chair explores development as a moral endeavor shaped by the principles of oneness, justice and environmental stewardship
A Common Endeavor: Seeking the spiritual foundations of America’s future
From Capitol Hill to Chicago, a message from American Bahá’ís invites conversations on spiritual renewal, social trust, and the nation’s future.
“A sense of healing”: Thousands find tranquility on the terraces of the Shrine of the Báb
People of diverse backgrounds gathered on the illuminated terraces leading to the Shrine of the Báb on Mount Carmel for a fourth occasion of the “Terraces by Night.”
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Intricate work on central edifice proceeds in earnest
Crane removed from south plaza while some of the most intricate stages of building the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá are now simultaneously under way.
In Conversation: Local Spiritual Assemblies and the bonds of trust
Counsellors explore how Bahá’í Local Spiritual Assemblies in three diverse settings—Kenya, Sri Lanka, and the US—are becoming sources of care, consultation, and service.
Maryland Bahá’í Chair: Exploring diversity as a path to lasting peace
Panelists from Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Cambodia, and Kenya explore how unity in diversity is essential for fostering peace, co-hosted by the Bahá’í Chair for World Peace.
Tonga: Moral and academic education fosters life of service
In Tonga, the 30th anniversary of Ocean of Light school reflects on how moral and spiritual qualities can be cultivated alongside academic learning in a single endeavor.
Bahá’í World publication: New essays examine the foundations of peace and contemporary perspectives on human nature
Two new essays on The Bahá’í World website consider the foundations of lasting peace and how neuroscience can inform our conception of human nature.
House of Worship: Design unveiled for the first local Bahá’í temple in Cameroon
At a gathering of residents of Batouri, Cameroon, and its surrounding communities, the design of the country’s first local Bahá’í House of Worship is unveiled.
Insights from the field: Podcast explores emerging patterns of community life across Sydney
Counsellor Taraz Nadarajah shares stories from Sydney where families and young people are contributing to new patterns of community life.
House of Worship: Design unveiled for Nepal’s first local Bahá’í temple
Design unveiled for Nepal’s first Bahá’í House of Worship, giving form to a pattern of prayer and service long taking root in Kanchanpur.
Chile: The place of spiritual principles in public life
In Chile, social actors examine the role of spirituality in social change, launching a podcast and gathering to deepen reflection, dialogue, and collective action.
Bahá’í Sacred Writings: New collection of the writings of Bahá’u’lláh and ‘Abdu’l-Bahá released
Volume draws together selections from the writings of Bahá’u’lláh and the writings and utterances of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, including several newly translated excerpts in English.
Bahá’í Sacred Writings: New collection of the writings of Bahá’u’lláh and ‘Abdu’l-Bahá released
Volume draws together selections from the Writings of Bahá’u’lláh and the Writings and utterances of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, including several newly translated excerpts in English.
BIC: Cairo Office opens doors for dialogue on equality of women and men in Arab region
The opening of the BIC Cairo Office’s new premises brought together social actors to explore deeper dimensions of the equality of women and men.
CSW: BIC explores justice as a shared capacity at UN Commission
BIC delegation at CSW70 explores how justice for women and girls, beyond legal access, requires shared moral commitment from individuals, communities, and institutions.
In Conversation: Fostering collective action in Canjavu village
The latest podcast episode explores efforts in a DRC village to learn about addressing long-standing challenges in education, agriculture, and societal harmony.
BIC New York: Reflecting on 30 years of contributing to international discourse
Bani Dugal reflects on three decades of the BIC’s deepening engagement at the United Nations, drawing on Baháʼí principles and the experience of a worldwide community.
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