A message of the Supreme Institution “To the friends of God in the sacred land of Iran” extolling the “devoted undertakings of the community of the valiant followers of the Ancient Beauty…”
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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.
Historic first for New Zealand: Auckland's two-stage election for Assembly
The Supreme Institution has decided that the advancements in Auckland and the large number of friends warrant the introduction of two-stage elections for its Local Spiritual Assembly.
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.
Appointment of Counsellors for next five-year term
The Supreme Body has announced the names of the 90 friends who will take up appointment as Continental Counsellors in the new five-year term beginning on 25 November 2020.
Nine-day pilgrimage suspension continues until October 2021.
Pandemic circumstances which led to the suspension of visits to the Holy Land in March this year, continue to create too many uncertainties for nine-day pilgrimages to resume until this time next year.
A gifted man who gave decades of outstanding service
“Resolute, ingenious, and blessed with piercing insight, he will be immensely missed”, writes the Universal House of Justice, mourning the passing of Douglas Martin.
Supreme body mourns passing of ‘our dearly loved brother’
“Always insightful, always discerning, always attuned to spiritual reality, this man of exceptional vision lived a life shaped by the harmony between scientific truth and true religion.”
New compilation gives greater insight into social action
“It is the hope of the House of Justice that this new compilation will enhance the friends’ understanding of the distinctive Bahá’í approach to this important field of endeavour.”
Ridván message: ‘we are supremely confident in your fortitude’
The Universal House of Justice writes to the Baha’is of the world: “The comfort we take at seeing the resilience of the Bahá’í world manifest itself in action is tempered by our sadness at the consequences of the pandemic for humanity.”
Naw-Rúz Message from the Universal House of Justice
“… an apprehensive world has been coming to terms with a rapidly evolving health crisis affecting the people in many countries, the consequences of which for society cannot yet be estimated with any certainty.”
Work proceeds apace on the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
In a progress update on the Shrine being constructed for the sacred remains of the Master, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, the Universal House of Justice shares that “work on the building’s foundations is advancing”.
Social media and non-involvement in politics
“The followers of the Blessed Beauty must be conscious and conscientious users of any technology they decide to utilize and must apply insight and spiritual discipline”, states a new letter written on behalf of the Universal House of Justice.
Worldwide stunning climax to bicentenary
The Supreme Institution rejoices in seeing the friends — visible hosts of an irrepressible movement — so assured in their response to the call to service, that the celebration of the bicentenary of the Birth of the Báb was not merely a memorable event but was the fruit of devoted effort, carried out in unity.
To the followers of Bahá’u’lláh in the sacred land of Iran
Bicentenary message to the Bahá’ís of Iran; “…we considered this an opportune moment to also address His compatriots and to remind you of the bounty that is yours, for that Sun of Truth dawned in the city of Shiraz, promising the world new illumination…”
Tributes to an illustrious and inspirational life
The passing of Mr ‘Alí Nakhjavání on 11 October 2019 drew forth glowing tributes to his life of service to humankind and his noble character.
Bicentenary message in elegant print format
Here is a beautiful print version of the message from the Universal House of Justice “To all who have come to honour the Herald of a new Dawn”.
Message marking bicentenary of the Birth of the Báb
In a special message for the bicentenary the Universal House of Justice looks at the missions of the Báb and Bahá’u’lláh and the implications of Their appearance for humanity today. The message profoundly explores important themes to raise in conversations with people we meet as the bicentenary celebrations approach.