PARK RIDGE BAHÁ’ÍS

 
Religion Renewed Bahá’u’lláh, the Prophet and Founder of the Bahá’í Faith, taught that just as spring rises out of winter, God’s chosen ones have appeared in the world at turning points in history to renew religion and propel the advancement of civilization. These Messengers of God (referred to as Manifestations of God in the Bahá’í sacred writings)—such as Krishna, eternal in the future.”Moses, Buddha, Jesus, and Muhammad—have each brought a revelation from God for a particular time and have had an immense impact on humanity’s progress. The sacred texts of the great religions They founded represent the Word of God. Whenever the Word of God has been revealed in the world, it has inspired a new outlook and capacity. The fairest fruits of civilization—the development of the arts and sciences, the widening of the circle of fellowship across previous boundaries, the achievement os tranquility and moral order—all these have their origins in the Word of God delivered by each of His Messengers. “This is the changeless Faith of God, eternal in the past, eternal in the future.” — Bahá’u’lláh
PERSONAL TEACHINGS—BECOMING TRUE MEMBERS OF ONE HUMAN FAMILY • Investigate truth for yourselves, without preconceptions • Abandon all forms of prejudice–whether of race, religion, nationality, or gender • Love humanity, demonstrate it with your actions, serve other • Strengthen your spiritual character:
  –truthfulness, purity, sincerity, modesty,humility, courtesy,patience, moderation • Avoid judgment of, or gossip about, others (see their good qualities, see God within) • Seek God’s will and purpose rather than your own desires • Be generous, thankful, kind, compassionate • Anticipate life after death, live with the realization that your time here is limited and precious • Raise your children to recognize God, to value what is deeply important and satisfying in life Being a Bahá’í Bahá’ís are dedicated to building a just, sustainable and peaceful world community. We know that it required sacrifice and effort over many generations–but God has promised that it will be achieved. Think ye at all times of rendering some service to every member of the human race, ...In this way, the light of divine guidance will shine forth, and the blessings of God will cradle all mankind: for love is light, no matter in what abode it dwelleth; and hate is darkness, no matter where it may make its nest.” ­—Bahá’í Writings God has renewed His eternal Covenant and provided the means to establish a just and peaceful global society. Bahá’ís see this time in history as the dawn of unity in the world. Bahá’u’lláh brought a unique administrative system founded on spiritual principles and methods, which Bahá’ís offer to the world as a model of how people of all backgrounds can live and thrive together in one global society.