All in Writings and Guidance
In its Ridván message for 2024, the Universal House of Justice writes: “The urgency of the present hour must not obscure the special joy that comes from service. The call to service is an uplifting, all-embracing summons. It attracts every faithful soul, even those weighed down by cares and obligations …”
In April 1863 Bahá’u’lláh publicly declared His Mission during a twelve day period in the Garden of Riḍván. This period is now honoured by Baháʼís as the Most Great Festival.
In preparation for voting at Riḍván, a selection of Writings from ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, the beloved Guardian and the Supreme Body are shared for reflection on the importance of Local Spiritual Assemblies.
The Holy day of Naw-Rúz is celebrated from sunset on Tuesday 19 March to sunset Wednesday 20 March this year. The beloved Guardian Shoghi Effendi, describes this joyous occasion as "…our New Year, a Feast of hospitality and rejoicing."
This year, the four days of Ayyám-i-Há are celebrated starting from sunset on 25 February and concluding at sunset on 29 February, at which time the final month of the year (‘Alá’/Loftiness/Tiketike) - and the Fast - commences.
To honour nine special Holy Days, Bahá’ís suspend work and study. Letters are provided to help with requests for time off from work or from attendance at educational institutions.
The Mighty Law of Ḥuqúqu’lláh is a spiritual obligation laid down by Bahá’u’lláh that exerts a great influence upon one’s heart and soul. Details of how you can partake of this bounty are shared.
The Universal House of Justice has sent a letter of historic importance to the Bahá'í world, addressed to each believer.
Enhancing understanding of the pivotal role that National Spiritual Assemblies play within the World Order of Bahá'u'lláh.
Every Faith celebrates the birth of its founder with great joy—and Bahá'ís double that joy when we observe the Twin Holy Days.
As the tempo of general election campaigning increases, we may find ourselves in circumstances of highly polarised discourse, and caution must be exercised.
A new compilation reflects the Universal House of Justice’s ongoing commitment to the well-being of families, and their role in building a just world for humanity.
The latest Ridván message of the Universal House of Justice is available in several languages.
After Bahá’u’lláh’s Ascension on 29 May 1892, ‘Abdu’l‑Bahá proclaimed: “The world’s great Light, once resplendent upon all mankind, hath set, to shine everlastingly from the Abhá Horizon …”
As the one privileged to witness the moment when the Báb first declared His sacred mission, Mullá Ḥusayn testified, “I was blinded by its dazzling splendour”.
At Ridván in 1863, Bahá’u’lláh declared His mission as a Messenger of God in the Garden of Ridván, hence the Ridván Festival is the holiest of the Bahá’í Year.
In a Naw-Rúz message to the friends in Iran, the Supreme Institution reflects on “historic and recent endeavours” to assist societal transformation, in Iran and throughout the world.
Some upliftment for the Fast is offered in a collection of links to films and songs that may enrich the experience of this sacred period.
In times of emergency, mutual support in local networks, often developed through community-building efforts, can play a pivotal role in disaster relief..
To honour our nine specially designated Holy Days, Bahá’ís suspend work and study. The form letters provided here can assist with making requests for time off from employers or schools.
