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May 22-23, 1844 * Declaration of the Báb The Báb's name in English means "the Gate". His appearance fulfilled prophecies of the Quran concerning the return of the Twelfth Imam, the Báb's 19-year Mission was to announce God's new message to humanity for this Day. Similar to John the Baptist as the return of Elijah and preparing the way for Christ, the Báb was to herald the arrival of One even greater than He, Who would fulfill the expected "return" of the prophets forecast in all the major world religions. This would be Bahá'u'lláh. >> The very next day after the Báb's proclamation of a new faith, Samuel Morse sent the very first telegraph (prophesied in the Bible, communication of "lightning speed" that would unite the East and West) -- Morse's first message, "What hath God wrought?" * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * www.bahai.org
May 22-23, 1844 * Declaration of the Báb The Báb's name in English means "the Gate". His appearance fulfilled prophecies of the Quran concerning the return of the Twelfth Imam, the Báb's 19-year Mission was to announce God's new message to humanity for this Day. Similar to John the Baptist as the return of Elijah and preparing the way for Christ, the Báb was to herald the arrival of One even greater than He, Who would fulfill the expected "return" of the prophets forecast in all the major world religions. This would be Bahá'u'lláh. >> The very next day after the Báb's proclamation of a new faith, Samuel Morse sent the very first telegraph (prophesied in the Bible, communication of "lightning speed" that would unite the East and West) -- Morse's first message, "What hath God wrought?" * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * www.bahai.org
May 22-23, 1844 * Declaration of the Báb The Báb's name in English means "the Gate". His appearance fulfilled prophecies of the Quran concerning the return of the Twelfth Imam, the Báb's 19-year Mission was to announce God's new message to humanity for this Day. Similar to John the Baptist as the return of Elijah and preparing the way for Christ, the Báb was to herald the arrival of One even greater than He, Who would fulfill the expected "return" of the prophets forecast in all the major world religions. This would be Bahá'u'lláh. >> The very next day after the Báb's proclamation of a new faith, Samuel Morse sent the very first telegraph (prophesied in the Bible, communication of "lightning speed" that would unite the East and West) -- Morse's first message, "What hath God wrought?" * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * www.bahai.org
May 22-23, 1844 * Declaration of the Báb The Báb's name in English means "the Gate". His appearance fulfilled prophecies of the Quran concerning the return of the Twelfth Imam, the Báb's 19-year Mission was to announce God's new message to humanity for this Day. Similar to John the Baptist as the return of Elijah and preparing the way for Christ, the Báb was to herald the arrival of One even greater than He, Who would fulfill the expected "return" of the prophets forecast in all the major world religions. This would be Bahá'u'lláh. >> The very next day after the Báb's proclamation of a new faith, Samuel Morse sent the very first telegraph (prophesied in the Bible, communication of "lightning speed" that would unite the East and West) -- Morse's first message, "What hath God wrought?" * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * www.bahai.org
*1844 - Beginning of Baha'i Faith with declaration of the Bab (the Gate) to Mulla Husayn in Shiraz, Persia on the night of May 22-23.
*1844 - Beginning of Baha'i Faith with declaration of the Bab (the Gate) to Mulla Husayn in Shiraz, Persia on the night of May 22-23.
*1844 - Beginning of Baha'i Faith with declaration of the Bab (the Gate) to Mulla Husayn in Shiraz, Persia on the night of May 22-23.
*1844 - Beginning of Baha'i Faith with declaration of the Bab (the Gate) to Mulla Husayn in Shiraz, Persia on the night of May 22-23.
1813 * birth of Mulla Husayn *, the first believer in the new Faith, declared by the Báb in 1844. Part of the Bab's proof that evening of declaration was His revelation of a commentary on the Surih of Joseph, without being asked. Mullá Husayn had decided when he started his search, that he would test the Promised One in two ways: the Promised One must reveal an explanation of part of the Qur'án known as the Súrih of Joseph without being asked to do so, and must explain a book which Mullá Husayn had written. Although Mullá Husayn was very afraid, he asked the Young Man to read his book and explain it to him. The Young Man happily looked at parts of the book, closed it, and then spoke to Mullá Husayn. Within a few minutes, he had explained all the ideas and answered all the questions in it. Then, before Mullá Husayn could answer, the Young Man said, "Now is the time to reveal the commentary on the Súrih of Joseph." Mullá Husayn needed no futher proof. He just sat there before the Young Man watching Him write His explanation, and listening to His beautiful words. When the Young Man had finished, He told Mullá Husayn that it is for God to test His servants and not for His servants to judge God by their own poor standards. He told Mullá Husayn that if he had not been His guest, he would have been in great danger, but the grace of God had saved him. He went on to say that in this Day, all the peoples and nations of the earth, both in the East and the West, should hurry to His door and ask for help from God, the Merciful. Whoever hesitated would be lost. Then the Young Man said that everyone should arise sincerely and of their own accord as Mullá Husayn had done, to go out and look for their promised Beloved with determination.
1813 * birth of Mulla Husayn *, the first believer in the new Faith, declared by the Báb in 1844. Part of the Bab's proof that evening of declaration was His revelation of a commentary on the Surih of Joseph, without being asked. Mullá Husayn had decided when he started his search, that he would test the Promised One in two ways: the Promised One must reveal an explanation of part of the Qur'án known as the Súrih of Joseph without being asked to do so, and must explain a book which Mullá Husayn had written. Although Mullá Husayn was very afraid, he asked the Young Man to read his book and explain it to him. The Young Man happily looked at parts of the book, closed it, and then spoke to Mullá Husayn. Within a few minutes, he had explained all the ideas and answered all the questions in it. Then, before Mullá Husayn could answer, the Young Man said, "Now is the time to reveal the commentary on the Súrih of Joseph." Mullá Husayn needed no futher proof. He just sat there before the Young Man watching Him write His explanation, and listening to His beautiful words. When the Young Man had finished, He told Mullá Husayn that it is for God to test His servants and not for His servants to judge God by their own poor standards. He told Mullá Husayn that if he had not been His guest, he would have been in great danger, but the grace of God had saved him. He went on to say that in this Day, all the peoples and nations of the earth, both in the East and the West, should hurry to His door and ask for help from God, the Merciful. Whoever hesitated would be lost. Then the Young Man said that everyone should arise sincerely and of their own accord as Mullá Husayn had done, to go out and look for their promised Beloved with determination.
1835 * Marriage of Bahá'u'lláh * In 1835 Baháʼu'lláh married Ásíyih Khánum (K͟hánum is a title usually given to a Persian lady and is equivalent to madam). She was given the title Navváb, meaning Most Exalted Leaf. Baháʼu'lláh and Ásíyih Khánum became known as the Father of the Poor and the Mother of Consolation for their extraordinary generosity and regard for the impoverished. Navváb became the mother of 'Abdu'l-Bahá (the Mightiest Branch), Bahíyyih (The Greatest Holy Leaf), and Mirzá Mihdíh (the Purest Branch) ..... Baháʼu'lláh, Navváb, and their children are known as the Holy Family in the Baháʼí Faith. Bahá'u'lláh and Navváb were married 50 years, until her passing in 1886.
1835 * Marriage of Bahá'u'lláh * In 1835 Baháʼu'lláh married Ásíyih Khánum (K͟hánum is a title usually given to a Persian lady and is equivalent to madam). She was given the title Navváb, meaning Most Exalted Leaf. Baháʼu'lláh and Ásíyih Khánum became known as the Father of the Poor and the Mother of Consolation for their extraordinary generosity and regard for the impoverished. Navváb became the mother of 'Abdu'l-Bahá (the Mightiest Branch), Bahíyyih (The Greatest Holy Leaf), and Mirzá Mihdíh (the Purest Branch) ..... Baháʼu'lláh, Navváb, and their children are known as the Holy Family in the Baháʼí Faith. Bahá'u'lláh and Navváb were married 50 years, until her passing in 1886.
1842 * Marriage of the Báb (the Gate) * To Khadijih Bagum in Shiraz, Persia, hometown for both of them.
1842 * Marriage of the Báb (the Gate) * To Khadijih Bagum in Shiraz, Persia, hometown for both of them.
1846 * Bahiyyih Khanum (Greatest Holy Leaf) * Birth of Bahá'u'lláh's eldest daughter. Refering to her rank, Shoghi Effendi said that it is “comparable in rank to those immortal heroines such as Sarah, Asiyih, the Virgin Mary, Fatimih and Tahirih, each of whom has outshone every member of her sex in previous Dispensations.”
1846 * Bahiyyih Khanum (Greatest Holy Leaf) * Birth of Bahá'u'lláh's eldest daughter. Refering to her rank, Shoghi Effendi said that it is “comparable in rank to those immortal heroines such as Sarah, Asiyih, the Virgin Mary, Fatimih and Tahirih, each of whom has outshone every member of her sex in previous Dispensations.”
1846 * Bahiyyih Khanum (Greatest Holy Leaf) * Birth of Bahá'u'lláh's eldest daughter. Refering to her rank, Shoghi Effendi said that it is “comparable in rank to those immortal heroines such as Sarah, Asiyih, the Virgin Mary, Fatimih and Tahirih, each of whom has outshone every member of her sex in previous Dispensations.”
1849 * Martyrdom of Mullá Husayn * -- The night before he arrived at the Shrine of Shaykh Tabarsí, the guardian of the Shrine had a dream. He dreamt that the Imám Husayn, one of the Imáms descended from Muhammad, arrived at the Shrine with seventy-two soldiers and a large number of companions. He also dreamt that they stayed at this Shrine for some time, took part in many fights against their enemies, and won all those battles. One of the most important parts of the dream was that the Prophet of God Himself came to the Shrine and blessed the company. Later, all these things came true. When Mullá Husayn arrived at the Shrine on the next day, the guardian immediately recognized him as the Imám Husayn whom he had seen in his dream. He threw himself at Mullá Husayn's feet and kissed them lovingly. He even joined Mullá Husayn's company,and was later killed by the enemy in one of the battles. The time from the day when Mullá Husayn was first attacked by his enemies to the day of his martyrdom was one hundred and sixteen days. The number of martyrs killed during those one hundred and sixteen days was seventy-two. In four different battles, Mullá Husayn had shown such courage and power that it could have only come from God. He was thirty-six years old when he died. At the age of eighteen, he first met Siyyid Kázim. For nine years he studied under him. The other nine years of his life were spent in teaching and protecting the Faith of God against its enemies. When the Báb learned of Mullá Husayn's death, he wrote praises and prayers for him which would equal three times the length of the Qu'án. In one of His Tablets, the Báb wrote that the very dust where the body of Mullá Husayn lies buried can bring happiness to the down-hearted and healing to the sick. In the Kitáb-i-Iqán, Bahá'u'lláh pays him the highest tribute. He wrote: "But for him, God would not have been established upon the seat of His mercy, nor have ascended the throne of eternal glory!" Mullá Husayn is one of the greatest figures in the history of the Bahá'i Faith and his memory lives today and will live for hundreds of years as an inspiration and an example for all who walk in the path of God. Happy to get this coin from gold expert Mr Doug Winter, author extraordinaire -- From the Cooper Union Collection. With L, normal stars. The surfaces are clean and frosty with some orange-gold colors seen on both sides. There is a small spot on the reverse at 7:00.
1849 * Martyrdom of Mullá Husayn * -- The night before he arrived at the Shrine of Shaykh Tabarsí, the guardian of the Shrine had a dream. He dreamt that the Imám Husayn, one of the Imáms descended from Muhammad, arrived at the Shrine with seventy-two soldiers and a large number of companions. He also dreamt that they stayed at this Shrine for some time, took part in many fights against their enemies, and won all those battles. One of the most important parts of the dream was that the Prophet of God Himself came to the Shrine and blessed the company. Later, all these things came true. When Mullá Husayn arrived at the Shrine on the next day, the guardian immediately recognized him as the Imám Husayn whom he had seen in his dream. He threw himself at Mullá Husayn's feet and kissed them lovingly. He even joined Mullá Husayn's company,and was later killed by the enemy in one of the battles. The time from the day when Mullá Husayn was first attacked by his enemies to the day of his martyrdom was one hundred and sixteen days. The number of martyrs killed during those one hundred and sixteen days was seventy-two. In four different battles, Mullá Husayn had shown such courage and power that it could have only come from God. He was thirty-six years old when he died. At the age of eighteen, he first met Siyyid Kázim. For nine years he studied under him. The other nine years of his life were spent in teaching and protecting the Faith of God against its enemies. When the Báb learned of Mullá Husayn's death, he wrote praises and prayers for him which would equal three times the length of the Qu'án. In one of His Tablets, the Báb wrote that the very dust where the body of Mullá Husayn lies buried can bring happiness to the down-hearted and healing to the sick. In the Kitáb-i-Iqán, Bahá'u'lláh pays him the highest tribute. He wrote: "But for him, God would not have been established upon the seat of His mercy, nor have ascended the throne of eternal glory!" Mullá Husayn is one of the greatest figures in the history of the Bahá'i Faith and his memory lives today and will live for hundreds of years as an inspiration and an example for all who walk in the path of God. Happy to get this coin from gold expert Mr Doug Winter, author extraordinaire -- From the Cooper Union Collection. With L, normal stars. The surfaces are clean and frosty with some orange-gold colors seen on both sides. There is a small spot on the reverse at 7:00.
1849 * Martyrdom of Mullá Husayn * -- The night before he arrived at the Shrine of Shaykh Tabarsí, the guardian of the Shrine had a dream. He dreamt that the Imám Husayn, one of the Imáms descended from Muhammad, arrived at the Shrine with seventy-two soldiers and a large number of companions. He also dreamt that they stayed at this Shrine for some time, took part in many fights against their enemies, and won all those battles. One of the most important parts of the dream was that the Prophet of God Himself came to the Shrine and blessed the company. Later, all these things came true. When Mullá Husayn arrived at the Shrine on the next day, the guardian immediately recognized him as the Imám Husayn whom he had seen in his dream. He threw himself at Mullá Husayn's feet and kissed them lovingly. He even joined Mullá Husayn's company,and was later killed by the enemy in one of the battles. The time from the day when Mullá Husayn was first attacked by his enemies to the day of his martyrdom was one hundred and sixteen days. The number of martyrs killed during those one hundred and sixteen days was seventy-two. In four different battles, Mullá Husayn had shown such courage and power that it could have only come from God. He was thirty-six years old when he died. At the age of eighteen, he first met Siyyid Kázim. For nine years he studied under him. The other nine years of his life were spent in teaching and protecting the Faith of God against its enemies. When the Báb learned of Mullá Husayn's death, he wrote praises and prayers for him which would equal three times the length of the Qu'án. In one of His Tablets, the Báb wrote that the very dust where the body of Mullá Husayn lies buried can bring happiness to the down-hearted and healing to the sick. In the Kitáb-i-Iqán, Bahá'u'lláh pays him the highest tribute. He wrote: "But for him, God would not have been established upon the seat of His mercy, nor have ascended the throne of eternal glory!" Mullá Husayn is one of the greatest figures in the history of the Bahá'i Faith and his memory lives today and will live for hundreds of years as an inspiration and an example for all who walk in the path of God. Happy to get this coin from gold expert Mr Doug Winter, author extraordinaire -- From the Cooper Union Collection. With L, normal stars. The surfaces are clean and frosty with some orange-gold colors seen on both sides. There is a small spot on the reverse at 7:00.
1849 * Martyrdom of Mullá Husayn * -- The night before he arrived at the Shrine of Shaykh Tabarsí, the guardian of the Shrine had a dream. He dreamt that the Imám Husayn, one of the Imáms descended from Muhammad, arrived at the Shrine with seventy-two soldiers and a large number of companions. He also dreamt that they stayed at this Shrine for some time, took part in many fights against their enemies, and won all those battles. One of the most important parts of the dream was that the Prophet of God Himself came to the Shrine and blessed the company. Later, all these things came true. When Mullá Husayn arrived at the Shrine on the next day, the guardian immediately recognized him as the Imám Husayn whom he had seen in his dream. He threw himself at Mullá Husayn's feet and kissed them lovingly. He even joined Mullá Husayn's company,and was later killed by the enemy in one of the battles. The time from the day when Mullá Husayn was first attacked by his enemies to the day of his martyrdom was one hundred and sixteen days. The number of martyrs killed during those one hundred and sixteen days was seventy-two. In four different battles, Mullá Husayn had shown such courage and power that it could have only come from God. He was thirty-six years old when he died. At the age of eighteen, he first met Siyyid Kázim. For nine years he studied under him. The other nine years of his life were spent in teaching and protecting the Faith of God against its enemies. When the Báb learned of Mullá Husayn's death, he wrote praises and prayers for him which would equal three times the length of the Qu'án. In one of His Tablets, the Báb wrote that the very dust where the body of Mullá Husayn lies buried can bring happiness to the down-hearted and healing to the sick. In the Kitáb-i-Iqán, Bahá'u'lláh pays him the highest tribute. He wrote: "But for him, God would not have been established upon the seat of His mercy, nor have ascended the throne of eternal glory!" Mullá Husayn is one of the greatest figures in the history of the Bahá'i Faith and his memory lives today and will live for hundreds of years as an inspiration and an example for all who walk in the path of God. Happy to get this coin from gold expert Mr Doug Winter, author extraordinaire -- From the Cooper Union Collection. With L, normal stars. The surfaces are clean and frosty with some orange-gold colors seen on both sides. There is a small spot on the reverse at 7:00.
1853 * Bahá'u'lláh is released from Tehran's Siyah Chal dungeon prison, "the Black Pit", and exiled to Baghdad, the beginning of 40 years as a prisoner, never to return to His homeland again. ********* Mr Doug Winter writes: This piece is notable for its handsome amber-gold color and it shows flashes of remaining semi-PL on both sides. On its own, the reverse grades a solid AU55+. The 1853-O eagle is only marginally scarce in the AU53 to AU55 range but very few of the surviving examples are CAC quality. This is borne out by the low CAC populations. No CAC approved 1853-O eagle has sold at auction and since 2010, just three PCGS AU53's have crossed the block. CAC has approved two in this grade with 19 finer.
1853 * Bahá'u'lláh is released from Tehran's Siyah Chal dungeon prison, "the Black Pit", and exiled to Baghdad, the beginning of 40 years as a prisoner, never to return to His homeland again. ********* Mr Doug Winter writes: This piece is notable for its handsome amber-gold color and it shows flashes of remaining semi-PL on both sides. On its own, the reverse grades a solid AU55+. The 1853-O eagle is only marginally scarce in the AU53 to AU55 range but very few of the surviving examples are CAC quality. This is borne out by the low CAC populations. No CAC approved 1853-O eagle has sold at auction and since 2010, just three PCGS AU53's have crossed the block. CAC has approved two in this grade with 19 finer.
1853 * Bahá'u'lláh is released from Tehran's Siyah Chal dungeon prison, "the Black Pit", and exiled to Baghdad, the beginning of 40 years as a prisoner, never to return to His homeland again. ********* Mr Doug Winter writes: This piece is notable for its handsome amber-gold color and it shows flashes of remaining semi-PL on both sides. On its own, the reverse grades a solid AU55+. The 1853-O eagle is only marginally scarce in the AU53 to AU55 range but very few of the surviving examples are CAC quality. This is borne out by the low CAC populations. No CAC approved 1853-O eagle has sold at auction and since 2010, just three PCGS AU53's have crossed the block. CAC has approved two in this grade with 19 finer.
1863 * Holy Days, Festival of Ridván * In the Spring of 1863, Bahá'u'lláh declared publicly for the first time His Station as God's latest Messenger, "Him Whom God shall make manifest", as foretold by the Báb in 1844, and that His Revelation would help humanity achieve world peace and unity as promised in all major world faiths. This declaration came in a garden located on an island in the middle of the Tigris River that had to be reached by boat, as Bahá'u'lláh pitched a tent amongst its many roses from April 21-May 2. These were Bahá'u'lláh's last days in Baghdad as He had been exiled once again by the Ottoman authorities (under pressure from the Persian empire), this time to Constantinople. Bahá'u'lláh who gave the garden the name of "Ridván" (Paradise) during His stay, and the name was thereafter applied to the twelve-day "Festival of Ridván"—to be known as the "King of Festivals"—celebrated annually by Bahá'ís. Certain days of this festival are tied to major events that took place during Bahá'u'lláh's stay in the garden: * 1st day celebrates His arrival in the garden; * 9th day, the arrival of His family, who were unable to join him until flooding that took place on the river had subsided; * 12th day, His caravan's departure towards Constantinople. These three days are Bahá'í holy days, on which work should be suspended, and charity, hospitality and acts of service given to humanity.
1863 * Holy Days, Festival of Ridván * In the Spring of 1863, Bahá'u'lláh declared publicly for the first time His Station as God's latest Messenger, "Him Whom God shall make manifest", as foretold by the Báb in 1844, and that His Revelation would help humanity achieve world peace and unity as promised in all major world faiths. This declaration came in a garden located on an island in the middle of the Tigris River that had to be reached by boat, as Bahá'u'lláh pitched a tent amongst its many roses from April 21-May 2. These were Bahá'u'lláh's last days in Baghdad as He had been exiled once again by the Ottoman authorities (under pressure from the Persian empire), this time to Constantinople. Bahá'u'lláh who gave the garden the name of "Ridván" (Paradise) during His stay, and the name was thereafter applied to the twelve-day "Festival of Ridván"—to be known as the "King of Festivals"—celebrated annually by Bahá'ís. Certain days of this festival are tied to major events that took place during Bahá'u'lláh's stay in the garden: * 1st day celebrates His arrival in the garden; * 9th day, the arrival of His family, who were unable to join him until flooding that took place on the river had subsided; * 12th day, His caravan's departure towards Constantinople. These three days are Bahá'í holy days, on which work should be suspended, and charity, hospitality and acts of service given to humanity.
1863 * Holy Days, Festival of Ridván * 21 April 1863, Bahá'u'lláh declared publicly for the first time His Station as God's latest Messenger, "Him Whom God shall make manifest", as foretold by the Báb in 1844, and that His Revelation would help humanity achieve that world peace and unity promised in all major world faiths. This declaration came in a garden full of roses that Bahá'u'lláh named Ridván (Paradise), April 21-May 2, twelve days that Bahá'ís now celebrate as the "King of Festivals". The garden was located on an island in the middle of the Tigris River and had to be reached by boat. This coin is symbolic of the three days in this festival that are tied to major events during the period of Bahá'u'lláh's stay in the garden: * 1st day celebrates His arrival in the garden and first public declaration of His Mission; * 9th day, the arrival of His family, who could not land until flooding that took place on the first day had receded; * 12th day, His caravan's departure towards His exile in Constantinople. These three days are Bahá'í holy days, on which work and school should be suspended -- no work or homework, instead hospitality, charity and acts of service are given to humanity. :-) * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
1863 * Holy Days, Festival of Ridván * 21 April 1863, Bahá'u'lláh declared publicly for the first time His Station as God's latest Messenger, "Him Whom God shall make manifest", as foretold by the Báb in 1844, and that His Revelation would help humanity achieve that world peace and unity promised in all major world faiths. This declaration came in a garden full of roses that Bahá'u'lláh named Ridván (Paradise), April 21-May 2, twelve days that Bahá'ís now celebrate as the "King of Festivals". The garden was located on an island in the middle of the Tigris River and had to be reached by boat. This coin is symbolic of the three days in this festival that are tied to major events during the period of Bahá'u'lláh's stay in the garden: * 1st day celebrates His arrival in the garden and first public declaration of His Mission; * 9th day, the arrival of His family, who could not land until flooding that took place on the first day had receded; * 12th day, His caravan's departure towards His exile in Constantinople. These three days are Bahá'í holy days, on which work and school should be suspended -- no work or homework, instead hospitality, charity and acts of service are given to humanity. :-) * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
1868 * Tablet written to Pope Pius IX * Bahá'u'lláh announced God's new message to humanity in letters (or Tablets) written directly to the major kings and rulers of that time, including Pope Pius IX. For "the first time He directed His words collectively to the entire company of the monarchs of East and West." Bahá'u'lláh warned these rulers that "divine chastisement" would "assail" them "from every direction" if they failed in their responsibility to consider the new social and spiritual principles which God was revealing for a united world. Bahá'u'lláh prophesied the triumph of this Cause even if "no king be found who would turn his face towards (God)." In 2015 I visited the Vatican and saw the statue of Pius IX outside St. Peter's cathedral. I remembered that the longest-reigning Pope ignored Bahá'u'lláh; consequently, as Bahá'u'lláh warned, only two years later the Catholic church lost most of their material wealth and temporal power with Papal States taken over by the King of Italy and the Pope forced into exile.
1868 * Tablet written to Pope Pius IX * Bahá'u'lláh announced God's new message to humanity in letters (or Tablets) written directly to the major kings and rulers of that time, including Pope Pius IX. For "the first time He directed His words collectively to the entire company of the monarchs of East and West." Bahá'u'lláh warned these rulers that "divine chastisement" would "assail" them "from every direction" if they failed in their responsibility to consider the new social and spiritual principles which God was revealing for a united world. Bahá'u'lláh prophesied the triumph of this Cause even if "no king be found who would turn his face towards (God)." In 2015 I visited the Vatican and saw the statue of Pius IX outside St. Peter's cathedral. I remembered that the longest-reigning Pope ignored Bahá'u'lláh; consequently, as Bahá'u'lláh warned, only two years later the Catholic church lost most of their material wealth and temporal power with Papal States taken over by the King of Italy and the Pope forced into exile.
On 12 August 1868 Ottoman troops surrounded Bahá'u'lláh’s house in Edirne, known at that time as Adrianople, on orders from the despotic Sulṭán 'Abdu'l-'Azíz, and told Him He was banished again. To where, they would not say. It was almost two weeks later, after Bahá'u'lláh and His companions had begun their journey, that they learned their destination: the prison-fortress of 'Akká, an ancient city in Ottoman Palestine that had once withstood the siege of Napoleon, known also as Acre. On 31 August 1868 Bahá'u'lláh's arrival at the penal colony was greeted by a public reading of the imperial farmán, essentially condemning the prisoners to perpetual solitary confinement, and with the hopes that they would soon die. “Know thou,” Bahá’u’lláh, wishing to emphasize the criticalness of the first nine years of His banishment to that prison-city, has written, “that upon Our arrival at this Spot, We chose to designate it as the ‘Most Great Prison.’ Though previously subjected in another land (Ṭihrán) to chains and fetters, We yet refused to call it by that name. Say: Ponder thereon, O ye endued with understanding!” (Shoghi Effendi, "God Passes By", chapter XI) This fourth exile to the Holy Land fulfilled prophecies in the Jewish, Christian and Muslim Faiths, and contrary to His captors hopes, did not end until His ascension in 1892. The transformation of the area -- and eventually the whole world -- in fulfillment of Christ's prayer "on earth as it is in heaven" had begun. This coin is from the Cody Brady Collection. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * www.bahai.org
On 12 August 1868 Ottoman troops surrounded Bahá'u'lláh’s house in Edirne, known at that time as Adrianople, on orders from the despotic Sulṭán 'Abdu'l-'Azíz, and told Him He was banished again. To where, they would not say. It was almost two weeks later, after Bahá'u'lláh and His companions had begun their journey, that they learned their destination: the prison-fortress of 'Akká, an ancient city in Ottoman Palestine that had once withstood the siege of Napoleon, known also as Acre. On 31 August 1868 Bahá'u'lláh's arrival at the penal colony was greeted by a public reading of the imperial farmán, essentially condemning the prisoners to perpetual solitary confinement, and with the hopes that they would soon die. “Know thou,” Bahá’u’lláh, wishing to emphasize the criticalness of the first nine years of His banishment to that prison-city, has written, “that upon Our arrival at this Spot, We chose to designate it as the ‘Most Great Prison.’ Though previously subjected in another land (Ṭihrán) to chains and fetters, We yet refused to call it by that name. Say: Ponder thereon, O ye endued with understanding!” (Shoghi Effendi, "God Passes By", chapter XI) This fourth exile to the Holy Land fulfilled prophecies in the Jewish, Christian and Muslim Faiths, and contrary to His captors hopes, did not end until His ascension in 1892. The transformation of the area -- and eventually the whole world -- in fulfillment of Christ's prayer "on earth as it is in heaven" had begun. This coin is from the Cody Brady Collection. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * www.bahai.org
1869 * Badi delivers Tablet from Bahá'u'lláh to the Shah of Persia * Apostle of Bahá'u'lláh, he walks from the Holy Land (Akka) to Tehran to deliver this message, is taken prisoner, tortured and martyred in barbaric manner - he is only 17 years old.
1869 * Badi delivers Tablet from Bahá'u'lláh to the Shah of Persia * Apostle of Bahá'u'lláh, he walks from the Holy Land (Akka) to Tehran to deliver this message, is taken prisoner, tortured and martyred in barbaric manner - he is only 17 years old.
1869 * Badi delivers Tablet from Bahá'u'lláh to the Shah of Persia * Apostle of Bahá'u'lláh, he walks from the Holy Land (Akka) to Tehran to deliver this message, is taken prisoner, tortured and martyred in barbaric manner - he is only 17 years old.
1869 * Badi delivers Tablet from Bahá'u'lláh to the Shah of Persia * Apostle of Bahá'u'lláh, he walks from the Holy Land (Akka) to Tehran to deliver this message, is taken prisoner, tortured and martyred in barbaric manner - he is only 17 years old.
1870 * Sacrifice of Mirza Mihdi * Age 22, youngest son of Bahá'u'lláh -- he falls through a skylight in the roof of the prison while chanting prayers. His dying wish was that his life be accepted as a ransom for the opening of the gates of the city to pilgrims who wanted to see Bahá'u'lláh. Just months later, Bahá'u'lláh -- Who was supposed to have been in solitary confinement for the rest of His life -- is moved out of the Most Great Prison into a house in the western part of 'Akka.
1870 * Sacrifice of Mirza Mihdi * Age 22, youngest son of Bahá'u'lláh -- he falls through a skylight in the roof of the prison while chanting prayers. His dying wish was that his life be accepted as a ransom for the opening of the gates of the city to pilgrims who wanted to see Bahá'u'lláh. Just months later, Bahá'u'lláh -- Who was supposed to have been in solitary confinement for the rest of His life -- is moved out of the Most Great Prison into a house in the western part of 'Akka.
1870 * Sacrifice of Mirza Mihdi * Age 22, youngest son of Bahá'u'lláh -- he falls through a skylight in the roof of the prison while chanting prayers. His dying wish was that his life be accepted as a ransom for the opening of the gates of the city to pilgrims who wanted to see Bahá'u'lláh. Just months later, Bahá'u'lláh -- Who was supposed to have been in solitary confinement for the rest of His life -- is moved out of the Most Great Prison into a house in the western part of 'Akka.
1873 * Marriage of 'Abdu'l-Bahá * To Munirih Khanum, in the House of Abbud where the holy family had been placed after the government moved them out of the Most Great Prison.
1873 * Marriage of 'Abdu'l-Bahá * To Munirih Khanum, in the House of Abbud where the holy family had been placed after the government moved them out of the Most Great Prison.
1879 * Bahá'u'lláh moves from Mansion of Mazra'ih to the Mansion at Bahji * His home until His ascension in 1892, He was buried in its vicinity, which became the most holy place for Bahá'is, a place of pilgrimage, and in 2008 was listed on the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
1879 * Bahá'u'lláh moves from Mansion of Mazra'ih to the Mansion at Bahji * His home until His ascension in 1892, He was buried in its vicinity, which became the most holy place for Bahá'is, a place of pilgrimage, and in 2008 was listed on the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
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1879 * Bahá'u'lláh moves to Bahji * Located just outside 'Akka, Israel, it will be his final home, and He passes away there in 1892. The Mansion of Bahji and its surrounding gardens becomes the Qiblih of the Baha'i world with members of the Baha'i Faith turning toward it in prayer each day. This home and the adjacent Shrine of Bahá'u'lláh is added to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list in 2008. Bahá'u'lláh moved there from Mazra'ih, also just outside the city walls of 'Akka.
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1879 * Bahá'u'lláh moves to Bahji * Located just outside 'Akka, Israel, it will be his final home, and He passes away there in 1892. The Mansion of Bahji and its surrounding gardens becomes the Qiblih of the Baha'i world with members of the Baha'i Faith turning toward it in prayer each day. This home and the adjacent Shrine of Bahá'u'lláh is added to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list in 2008. Bahá'u'lláh moved there from Mazra'ih, also just outside the city walls of 'Akka.
1883 * Bahá'u'lláh travels to Haifa from Akka * He stayed in a house in the German Templar colony established at the foot of Mount Carmel by Christians who settled there believing the return of Christ was imminent. This was Bahá'u'lláh's second of four known visits to Haifa -- the first was a brief stop by the ship carrying Him to the Most Great Prison when He arrived in the Holy Land as a prisoner in 1868.
1883 * Bahá'u'lláh travels to Haifa from Akka * He stayed in a house in the German Templar colony established at the foot of Mount Carmel by Christians who settled there believing the return of Christ was imminent. This was Bahá'u'lláh's second of four known visits to Haifa -- the first was a brief stop by the ship carrying Him to the Most Great Prison when He arrived in the Holy Land as a prisoner in 1868.
1892 * 29 May Ascension of Bahá'u'lláh * >> Bahá'is believe Bahá'u'lláh brought to humanity the latest message from God. >> The news of His ascension was instantly communicated to the Ottoman Empire's Sultan Abdu’l-Hamid in a telegram which began with the words “the Sun of Bahá has set”. The sacred remains were interred within the precincts of His residence in Bahji, just outside the city walls of 'Akka (Israel), where He had arrived in 1868 as a prisoner. It is now the holiest place of pilgrimage for members of the Bahá'i Faith, and each day Bahá'is turn toward it in prayer. >> On the night preceding 8 May 1892, Bahá'u'lláh contracted a slight fever which, though it mounted the following day, soon after subsided. He continued to grant interviews to friends and pilgrims, but it soon became evident that He was not well. His fever returned in a more acute form than before, His general condition grew steadily worse, and complications ensued which at last culminated in His ascension on 29 May 1892, eight hours after sunset, in the 75th year of His age. >> For a full week after His passing, a vast number of mourners, rich and poor alike, tarried to grieve with the bereaved family, partaking day and night of the food that was dispensed by its members. Notables, among whom were Muslim Shi’ahs, Sunnis, Christians, Jews and Druzes, as well as poets, ulamas and government officials, all joined in lamenting the loss, and in magnifying the virtues and greatness of Bahá’u’lláh's life, character, and Revelation, many of them paying to Him their written tributes, in verse and in prose. >> His eldest son, `Abdu’l-Bahá, wrote: "The world’s great Light, once resplendent upon all mankind, hath set, to shine everlastingly from the Abhá Horizon, His Kingdom of fadeless glory, shedding splendour upon His loved ones from on high and breathing into their hearts and souls the breath of eternal life." * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * www.bahai.org
1892 * 29 May Ascension of Bahá'u'lláh * >> Bahá'is believe Bahá'u'lláh brought to humanity the latest message from God. >> The news of His ascension was instantly communicated to the Ottoman Empire's Sultan Abdu’l-Hamid in a telegram which began with the words “the Sun of Bahá has set”. The sacred remains were interred within the precincts of His residence in Bahji, just outside the city walls of 'Akka (Israel), where He had arrived in 1868 as a prisoner. It is now the holiest place of pilgrimage for members of the Bahá'i Faith, and each day Bahá'is turn toward it in prayer. >> On the night preceding 8 May 1892, Bahá'u'lláh contracted a slight fever which, though it mounted the following day, soon after subsided. He continued to grant interviews to friends and pilgrims, but it soon became evident that He was not well. His fever returned in a more acute form than before, His general condition grew steadily worse, and complications ensued which at last culminated in His ascension on 29 May 1892, eight hours after sunset, in the 75th year of His age. >> For a full week after His passing, a vast number of mourners, rich and poor alike, tarried to grieve with the bereaved family, partaking day and night of the food that was dispensed by its members. Notables, among whom were Muslim Shi’ahs, Sunnis, Christians, Jews and Druzes, as well as poets, ulamas and government officials, all joined in lamenting the loss, and in magnifying the virtues and greatness of Bahá’u’lláh's life, character, and Revelation, many of them paying to Him their written tributes, in verse and in prose. >> His eldest son, `Abdu’l-Bahá, wrote: "The world’s great Light, once resplendent upon all mankind, hath set, to shine everlastingly from the Abhá Horizon, His Kingdom of fadeless glory, shedding splendour upon His loved ones from on high and breathing into their hearts and souls the breath of eternal life." * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * www.bahai.org
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1st purchase ever from Mr Rick Snow, author and authority on Flying Eagle and Indian Head Cents, really nice to talk with him. Another coin to commemorate the ascension of Bahá’u’lláh as His earthly life ended this year. His eldest son 'Abdu'l-Bahá, known amongst Bahá'is as the Perfect Exemplar, was appointed the authorized Interpreter and successor in Bahá’u’lláh's written will -- it is the first time in religious history that a Messenger of God has left a written will in His own hand, clearly delineating where continued guidance would be for the development of human spirituality and unity. In practical terms, the unity of this Faith was preserved -- there is only one Bahá'i Faith, not thousands of denominations or sects -- and thus it can, indeed, unite all humanity in peace and harmony: "unity in diversity" :-) * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
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1st purchase ever from Mr Rick Snow, author and authority on Flying Eagle and Indian Head Cents, really nice to talk with him. Another coin to commemorate the ascension of Bahá’u’lláh as His earthly life ended this year. His eldest son 'Abdu'l-Bahá, known amongst Bahá'is as the Perfect Exemplar, was appointed the authorized Interpreter and successor in Bahá’u’lláh's written will -- it is the first time in religious history that a Messenger of God has left a written will in His own hand, clearly delineating where continued guidance would be for the development of human spirituality and unity. In practical terms, the unity of this Faith was preserved -- there is only one Bahá'i Faith, not thousands of denominations or sects -- and thus it can, indeed, unite all humanity in peace and harmony: "unity in diversity" :-) * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
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1st purchase ever from Mr Rick Snow, author and authority on Flying Eagle and Indian Head Cents, really nice to talk with him. Another coin to commemorate the ascension of Bahá’u’lláh as His earthly life ended this year. His eldest son 'Abdu'l-Bahá, known amongst Bahá'is as the Perfect Exemplar, was appointed the authorized Interpreter and successor in Bahá’u’lláh's written will -- it is the first time in religious history that a Messenger of God has left a written will in His own hand, clearly delineating where continued guidance would be for the development of human spirituality and unity. In practical terms, the unity of this Faith was preserved -- there is only one Bahá'i Faith, not thousands of denominations or sects -- and thus it can, indeed, unite all humanity in peace and harmony: "unity in diversity" :-) * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
1893 * First public mention in the USA of Bahá'u'lláh * at humanity's first-ever interfaith gathering "The World Parliament of Religions", held in conjunction with that year's World's Fair (Columbian Expo) in Chicago. A paper written by the Rev. Henry Jessup, a Christian missionary from Syria, was read by Rev. Ford. At the end of Jessup’s paper he quoted these words of Bahá’u’lláh: “That all nations should become one in faith and all men as brothers; that the bonds of affection and unity between the sons of men should be strengthened; that diversity of religions should cease and differences of race be annulled. What harm is there in this? Yet so it shall be. These fruitless strifes, these ruinous wars shall pass away, and the ‘Most Great Peace’ shall come. Do not you in Europe need this also? Let not a man glory in this, that he loves his country; let him rather glory in this, that he loves his kind.”
1893 * First public mention in the USA of Bahá'u'lláh * at humanity's first-ever interfaith gathering "The World Parliament of Religions", held in conjunction with that year's World's Fair (Columbian Expo) in Chicago. A paper written by the Rev. Henry Jessup, a Christian missionary from Syria, was read by Rev. Ford. At the end of Jessup’s paper he quoted these words of Bahá’u’lláh: “That all nations should become one in faith and all men as brothers; that the bonds of affection and unity between the sons of men should be strengthened; that diversity of religions should cease and differences of race be annulled. What harm is there in this? Yet so it shall be. These fruitless strifes, these ruinous wars shall pass away, and the ‘Most Great Peace’ shall come. Do not you in Europe need this also? Let not a man glory in this, that he loves his country; let him rather glory in this, that he loves his kind.”
1893 * First public mention in the USA of Bahá'u'lláh * at humanity's first-ever interfaith gathering "The World Parliament of Religions", held in conjunction with that year's World's Fair (Columbian Expo) in Chicago. A paper written by the Rev. Henry Jessup, a Christian missionary from Syria, was read by Rev. Ford. At the end of Jessup’s paper he quoted these words of Bahá’u’lláh: “That all nations should become one in faith and all men as brothers; that the bonds of affection and unity between the sons of men should be strengthened; that diversity of religions should cease and differences of race be annulled. What harm is there in this? Yet so it shall be. These fruitless strifes, these ruinous wars shall pass away, and the ‘Most Great Peace’ shall come. Do not you in Europe need this also? Let not a man glory in this, that he loves his country; let him rather glory in this, that he loves his kind.”
1893 * First public mention in the USA of Bahá'u'lláh * at humanity's first-ever interfaith gathering "The World Parliament of Religions", held in conjunction with that year's World's Fair (Columbian Expo) in Chicago. A paper written by the Rev. Henry Jessup, a Christian missionary from Syria, was read by Rev. Ford. At the end of Jessup’s paper he quoted these words of Bahá’u’lláh: “That all nations should become one in faith and all men as brothers; that the bonds of affection and unity between the sons of men should be strengthened; that diversity of religions should cease and differences of race be annulled. What harm is there in this? Yet so it shall be. These fruitless strifes, these ruinous wars shall pass away, and the ‘Most Great Peace’ shall come. Do not you in Europe need this also? Let not a man glory in this, that he loves his country; let him rather glory in this, that he loves his kind.”
1893 * 1st public mention of Bahá’í Faith at Chicago World's Fair. www.bahai.org Over a century ago, for the first time in religious history, Bahá’u’lláh, the Founder of the Bahá’í Faith, in announcing God’s purpose for the age, proclaimed the principle of the equality of women and men, saying: “Women and men have been and will always be equal in the sight of God.” The establishment of equal rights and privileges for women and men, Bahá’u’lláh says, is a precondition for the attainment of a wider unity that will ensure the well-being and security of all peoples. The Bahá’í Writings state emphatically that “When all mankind shall receive the same opportunity of education and the equality of men and women be realized, the foundations of war will be utterly destroyed.” “The world in the past has been ruled by force, and man has dominated over woman by reason of his more forceful and aggressive qualities both of body and mind. But the balance is already shifting; force is losing its dominance, and mental alertness, intuition, and the spiritual qualities of love and service, in which woman is strong, are gaining ascendancy. Hence the new age will be an age less masculine and more permeated with the feminine ideals . . . an age in which the masculine and feminine elements of civilization will be more evenly balanced.” “The world of humanity is possessed of two wings: the male and the female. So long as these two wings are not equivalent in strength, the bird will not fly. Until womankind reaches the same degree as man, until she enjoys the same arena of activity, extraordinary attainment for humanity will not be realized; humanity cannot wing its way to heights of real attainment. When the two wings . . . become equivalent in strength, enjoying the same prerogatives, the flight of man will be exceedingly lofty and extraordinary.”
1893 * 1st public mention of Bahá’í Faith at Chicago World's Fair. www.bahai.org Over a century ago, for the first time in religious history, Bahá’u’lláh, the Founder of the Bahá’í Faith, in announcing God’s purpose for the age, proclaimed the principle of the equality of women and men, saying: “Women and men have been and will always be equal in the sight of God.” The establishment of equal rights and privileges for women and men, Bahá’u’lláh says, is a precondition for the attainment of a wider unity that will ensure the well-being and security of all peoples. The Bahá’í Writings state emphatically that “When all mankind shall receive the same opportunity of education and the equality of men and women be realized, the foundations of war will be utterly destroyed.” “The world in the past has been ruled by force, and man has dominated over woman by reason of his more forceful and aggressive qualities both of body and mind. But the balance is already shifting; force is losing its dominance, and mental alertness, intuition, and the spiritual qualities of love and service, in which woman is strong, are gaining ascendancy. Hence the new age will be an age less masculine and more permeated with the feminine ideals . . . an age in which the masculine and feminine elements of civilization will be more evenly balanced.” “The world of humanity is possessed of two wings: the male and the female. So long as these two wings are not equivalent in strength, the bird will not fly. Until womankind reaches the same degree as man, until she enjoys the same arena of activity, extraordinary attainment for humanity will not be realized; humanity cannot wing its way to heights of real attainment. When the two wings . . . become equivalent in strength, enjoying the same prerogatives, the flight of man will be exceedingly lofty and extraordinary.”
1893 * 1st public mention of Bahá’í Faith at Chicago World's Fair. www.bahai.org Over a century ago, for the first time in religious history, Bahá’u’lláh, the Founder of the Bahá’í Faith, in announcing God’s purpose for the age, proclaimed the principle of the equality of women and men, saying: “Women and men have been and will always be equal in the sight of God.” The establishment of equal rights and privileges for women and men, Bahá’u’lláh says, is a precondition for the attainment of a wider unity that will ensure the well-being and security of all peoples. The Bahá’í Writings state emphatically that “When all mankind shall receive the same opportunity of education and the equality of men and women be realized, the foundations of war will be utterly destroyed.” “The world in the past has been ruled by force, and man has dominated over woman by reason of his more forceful and aggressive qualities both of body and mind. But the balance is already shifting; force is losing its dominance, and mental alertness, intuition, and the spiritual qualities of love and service, in which woman is strong, are gaining ascendancy. Hence the new age will be an age less masculine and more permeated with the feminine ideals . . . an age in which the masculine and feminine elements of civilization will be more evenly balanced.” “The world of humanity is possessed of two wings: the male and the female. So long as these two wings are not equivalent in strength, the bird will not fly. Until womankind reaches the same degree as man, until she enjoys the same arena of activity, extraordinary attainment for humanity will not be realized; humanity cannot wing its way to heights of real attainment. When the two wings . . . become equivalent in strength, enjoying the same prerogatives, the flight of man will be exceedingly lofty and extraordinary.”
1893 * 1st public mention of Bahá’í Faith at Chicago World's Fair. www.bahai.org Over a century ago, for the first time in religious history, Bahá’u’lláh, the Founder of the Bahá’í Faith, in announcing God’s purpose for the age, proclaimed the principle of the equality of women and men, saying: “Women and men have been and will always be equal in the sight of God.” The establishment of equal rights and privileges for women and men, Bahá’u’lláh says, is a precondition for the attainment of a wider unity that will ensure the well-being and security of all peoples. The Bahá’í Writings state emphatically that “When all mankind shall receive the same opportunity of education and the equality of men and women be realized, the foundations of war will be utterly destroyed.” “The world in the past has been ruled by force, and man has dominated over woman by reason of his more forceful and aggressive qualities both of body and mind. But the balance is already shifting; force is losing its dominance, and mental alertness, intuition, and the spiritual qualities of love and service, in which woman is strong, are gaining ascendancy. Hence the new age will be an age less masculine and more permeated with the feminine ideals . . . an age in which the masculine and feminine elements of civilization will be more evenly balanced.” “The world of humanity is possessed of two wings: the male and the female. So long as these two wings are not equivalent in strength, the bird will not fly. Until womankind reaches the same degree as man, until she enjoys the same arena of activity, extraordinary attainment for humanity will not be realized; humanity cannot wing its way to heights of real attainment. When the two wings . . . become equivalent in strength, enjoying the same prerogatives, the flight of man will be exceedingly lofty and extraordinary.”
1897 * Birth of Shoghi Effendi * Great-grandson of Bahá'u'lláh, appointed by his grandfather 'Abdu'l-Bahá to head the Bahá'i Faith after 'Abdu'-Bahá's passing in 1921. Shoghi Effendi was Guardian of the Faith until his own passing in 1957, whereupon soon after the Administrative Order he had tirelessly and meticulously constructed based on the Writings of Bahá'u'lláh, elected the first Universal House of Justice in 1963.
1897 * Birth of Shoghi Effendi * Great-grandson of Bahá'u'lláh, appointed by his grandfather 'Abdu'l-Bahá to head the Bahá'i Faith after 'Abdu'-Bahá's passing in 1921. Shoghi Effendi was Guardian of the Faith until his own passing in 1957, whereupon soon after the Administrative Order he had tirelessly and meticulously constructed based on the Writings of Bahá'u'lláh, elected the first Universal House of Justice in 1963.
1899 * 'Abdu'l-Bahá lays the foundation stone for the Shrine of the Báb on Mt Carmel in the Holy Land. After 50 years, the Báb's remains arrive in the Holy Land from hiding places in Persia, but will remain hidden 10 more years before the Shrine is complete. The first Tablets from 'Abdu'l-Bahá arrive in America. * Miss Olive Jackson of Manhattan becomes the first black American woman Bahá'i. * May Bolles (later May Maxwell) goes to the Holy Land to see 'Abdu'l-Bahá, part of the very first group of Westerners to make such a pilgrimage. Upon her return home in Paris, she establishes the first Bahá'i group on the European continent. * Birth of Hermann Grossman, future Hand of the Cause of God, in Argentina into a family of German background. His son Hartmut would later survive Nazi abduction and go one to become a member of the Bahá'i international governing body the Universal House of Justice.
1899 * 'Abdu'l-Bahá lays the foundation stone for the Shrine of the Báb on Mt Carmel in the Holy Land. After 50 years, the Báb's remains arrive in the Holy Land from hiding places in Persia, but will remain hidden 10 more years before the Shrine is complete. The first Tablets from 'Abdu'l-Bahá arrive in America. * Miss Olive Jackson of Manhattan becomes the first black American woman Bahá'i. * May Bolles (later May Maxwell) goes to the Holy Land to see 'Abdu'l-Bahá, part of the very first group of Westerners to make such a pilgrimage. Upon her return home in Paris, she establishes the first Bahá'i group on the European continent. * Birth of Hermann Grossman, future Hand of the Cause of God, in Argentina into a family of German background. His son Hartmut would later survive Nazi abduction and go one to become a member of the Bahá'i international governing body the Universal House of Justice.
1901 * Thomas Breakwell * becomes the first Englishman Baha'i, an historic figure in Baha'i Faith history. He also goes on pilgrimage that year to see 'Abdu'l-Baha, and 'Abdu'l-Baha writes the most moving, sorrowful Tablet upon Breakwell's passing less than a year later in Paris. <3
1901 * Thomas Breakwell * becomes the first Englishman Baha'i, an historic figure in Baha'i Faith history. He also goes on pilgrimage that year to see 'Abdu'l-Baha, and 'Abdu'l-Baha writes the most moving, sorrowful Tablet upon Breakwell's passing less than a year later in Paris. <3
1908 * Very 1st Bahá'i House of Worship completed in what was then Ishqábád, Russia -- it is now the capital of Turkmenistan. The temple was opened for prayer to all people, regardless of religion. All Bahá'i Houses of Worship are considered gifts to humanity and no outside donations are requested or accepted. Halfway around the world, in the US city of Chicago next to Northwestern University, this same year two plots of land were purchased for $2000 to begin construction of the 2nd Bahá'i House of Worship known as the "Mother Temple of the West." It is now a landmark historical site, named one of the 7 Wonders of Illinois. See https://www.bahai.us/bahai-temple Also in summer 1908, the Young Turk Revolution overthrew the Sultan's autocratic power and substituted therefor parliamentary government -- the complete end of the Ottoman Empire and abolishment of the Sultanate (which had existed for six centuries) was near, as forewarned by Baha'u'llah in a Tablet to Sultan Abdu’l-Aziz in 1867. In these letters, Bahá’u’lláh openly proclaimed His station as a Messenger of God. He urged the leaders to pursue justice and disarmament and exhorted them to band together into a commonwealth of nations, warning them of the dire consequences should they fail to establish peace. "Hearken, O King, to the speech of Him that speaketh the truth, Him that doth not ask thee to recompense Him with the things God hath chosen to bestow upon thee, Him Who unerringly treadeth the straight Path. He it is Who summoneth thee unto God, thy Lord, Who showeth thee the right course, the way that leadeth to true felicity, that haply thou mayest be of them with whom it shall be well … Observe, O King, with thine inmost heart and with thy whole being, the precepts of God, and walk not in the paths of the oppressor … Shouldst thou cause rivers of justice to spread their waters amongst thy subjects, God would surely aid thee with the hosts of the unseen and of the seen, and would strengthen thee in thine affairs … Overstep not the bounds of moderation, and deal justly with them that serve thee." ~ Baha’u’lláh, The Proclamation of Bahá’u’lláh, p. 47. Sultan Abdu'l-Aziz did not hearken to the message and either committed suicide or was assassinated in 1876. Subsequent Sultans continued the oppression of Baha'is until their ultimate demise of their station during World War One. One important result of the Revolution was the release of all religious prisoners -- after 55 years of exile and imprisonment, 'Abdu'l-Bahá along with the rest of Bahá'is in the Holy Land were set free. Three years later, 'Abdu'l-Bahá began His historical journeys to the West, including Europe and England multiple times, and a stay of eight months in the USA and Canada in 1912. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * https://bahai.org https://bahaullah.org
1908 * Very 1st Bahá'i House of Worship completed in what was then Ishqábád, Russia -- it is now the capital of Turkmenistan. The temple was opened for prayer to all people, regardless of religion. All Bahá'i Houses of Worship are considered gifts to humanity and no outside donations are requested or accepted. Halfway around the world, in the US city of Chicago next to Northwestern University, this same year two plots of land were purchased for $2000 to begin construction of the 2nd Bahá'i House of Worship known as the "Mother Temple of the West." It is now a landmark historical site, named one of the 7 Wonders of Illinois. See https://www.bahai.us/bahai-temple Also in summer 1908, the Young Turk Revolution overthrew the Sultan's autocratic power and substituted therefor parliamentary government -- the complete end of the Ottoman Empire and abolishment of the Sultanate (which had existed for six centuries) was near, as forewarned by Baha'u'llah in a Tablet to Sultan Abdu’l-Aziz in 1867. In these letters, Bahá’u’lláh openly proclaimed His station as a Messenger of God. He urged the leaders to pursue justice and disarmament and exhorted them to band together into a commonwealth of nations, warning them of the dire consequences should they fail to establish peace. "Hearken, O King, to the speech of Him that speaketh the truth, Him that doth not ask thee to recompense Him with the things God hath chosen to bestow upon thee, Him Who unerringly treadeth the straight Path. He it is Who summoneth thee unto God, thy Lord, Who showeth thee the right course, the way that leadeth to true felicity, that haply thou mayest be of them with whom it shall be well … Observe, O King, with thine inmost heart and with thy whole being, the precepts of God, and walk not in the paths of the oppressor … Shouldst thou cause rivers of justice to spread their waters amongst thy subjects, God would surely aid thee with the hosts of the unseen and of the seen, and would strengthen thee in thine affairs … Overstep not the bounds of moderation, and deal justly with them that serve thee." ~ Baha’u’lláh, The Proclamation of Bahá’u’lláh, p. 47. Sultan Abdu'l-Aziz did not hearken to the message and either committed suicide or was assassinated in 1876. Subsequent Sultans continued the oppression of Baha'is until their ultimate demise of their station during World War One. One important result of the Revolution was the release of all religious prisoners -- after 55 years of exile and imprisonment, 'Abdu'l-Bahá along with the rest of Bahá'is in the Holy Land were set free. Three years later, 'Abdu'l-Bahá began His historical journeys to the West, including Europe and England multiple times, and a stay of eight months in the USA and Canada in 1912. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * https://bahai.org https://bahaullah.org
1908 * Very 1st Bahá'i House of Worship completed in what was then Ishqábád, Russia -- it is now the capital of Turkmenistan. The temple was opened for prayer to all people, regardless of religion. All Bahá'i Houses of Worship are considered gifts to humanity and no outside donations are requested or accepted. Halfway around the world, in the US city of Chicago next to Northwestern University, this same year two plots of land were purchased for $2000 to begin construction of the 2nd Bahá'i House of Worship known as the "Mother Temple of the West." It is now a landmark historical site, named one of the 7 Wonders of Illinois. See https://www.bahai.us/bahai-temple Also in summer 1908, the Young Turk Revolution overthrew the Sultan's autocratic power and substituted therefor parliamentary government -- the complete end of the Ottoman Empire and abolishment of the Sultanate (which had existed for six centuries) was near, as forewarned by Baha'u'llah in a Tablet to Sultan Abdu’l-Aziz in 1867. In these letters, Bahá’u’lláh openly proclaimed His station as a Messenger of God. He urged the leaders to pursue justice and disarmament and exhorted them to band together into a commonwealth of nations, warning them of the dire consequences should they fail to establish peace. "Hearken, O King, to the speech of Him that speaketh the truth, Him that doth not ask thee to recompense Him with the things God hath chosen to bestow upon thee, Him Who unerringly treadeth the straight Path. He it is Who summoneth thee unto God, thy Lord, Who showeth thee the right course, the way that leadeth to true felicity, that haply thou mayest be of them with whom it shall be well … Observe, O King, with thine inmost heart and with thy whole being, the precepts of God, and walk not in the paths of the oppressor … Shouldst thou cause rivers of justice to spread their waters amongst thy subjects, God would surely aid thee with the hosts of the unseen and of the seen, and would strengthen thee in thine affairs … Overstep not the bounds of moderation, and deal justly with them that serve thee." ~ Baha’u’lláh, The Proclamation of Bahá’u’lláh, p. 47. Sultan Abdu'l-Aziz did not hearken to the message and either committed suicide or was assassinated in 1876. Subsequent Sultans continued the oppression of Baha'is until their ultimate demise of their station during World War One. One important result of the Revolution was the release of all religious prisoners -- after 55 years of exile and imprisonment, 'Abdu'l-Bahá along with the rest of Bahá'is in the Holy Land were set free. Three years later, 'Abdu'l-Bahá began His historical journeys to the West, including Europe and England multiple times, and a stay of eight months in the USA and Canada in 1912. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * https://bahai.org https://bahaullah.org
1910 * Mary Maxwell born in NYC, raised in Canada, future Hand of the Cause of God, daughter of Hand of the Cause Sutherland Maxwell and her martyred mother May Bolles Maxwell. Mary was the future wife of the Guardian Shoghi Effendi, married in 1937 and best known by her title Amatu'l-Bahá Rúhíyyih Khánum (Amatu'l-Bahá means "Handmaiden of Glory"). Shoghi Effendi described her as his "shield" and "companion" and his "tireless collaborator". They never had children. After the Guardian's passing in 1957, she became the Bahá'i Faith's foremost travel teacher. * In 1912, ʻAbdu'l-Bahá visited Canada and stayed in the Maxwells' home in Montreal. There he met Mary, aged two, and described her as the "essence of sweetness". * Her mother wanted to give Mary an education that was free of the rigidity of the traditional educational methods in the country, and established the first Montessori school in Canada at their residence, and Mary attended the school. Mary began reading and writing at a young age and her pastimes included writing poetry, novels and plays. She spoke English, French, German and Persian fluently. * She traveled to over 185 countries and territories working with the world's several million Baháʼís. She especially encouraged members of indigenous peoples to participate in the global Baháʼí community. Her travels took her to all the continents and to small islands. Some of her travels involved extended stays. For four years, she traveled for 58,000 kilometers in a LandRover through sub-Saharan Africa, visiting 34 countries, in 19 of which she was received by the head of state. On another trip, she visited nearly 30 countries in Asia and the Pacific islands during a seven-month span. In 1975–6, she traveled by boat through the tributaries of the Amazon River of Brazil and visited the high mountain ranges of Peru and Bolivia. Thirty six tribal groups were visited over a period of six months; the trip was called The Green Light Expedition, which followed The Great African Safari.
1910 * Mary Maxwell born in NYC, raised in Canada, future Hand of the Cause of God, daughter of Hand of the Cause Sutherland Maxwell and her martyred mother May Bolles Maxwell. Mary was the future wife of the Guardian Shoghi Effendi, married in 1937 and best known by her title Amatu'l-Bahá Rúhíyyih Khánum (Amatu'l-Bahá means "Handmaiden of Glory"). Shoghi Effendi described her as his "shield" and "companion" and his "tireless collaborator". They never had children. After the Guardian's passing in 1957, she became the Bahá'i Faith's foremost travel teacher. * In 1912, ʻAbdu'l-Bahá visited Canada and stayed in the Maxwells' home in Montreal. There he met Mary, aged two, and described her as the "essence of sweetness". * Her mother wanted to give Mary an education that was free of the rigidity of the traditional educational methods in the country, and established the first Montessori school in Canada at their residence, and Mary attended the school. Mary began reading and writing at a young age and her pastimes included writing poetry, novels and plays. She spoke English, French, German and Persian fluently. * She traveled to over 185 countries and territories working with the world's several million Baháʼís. She especially encouraged members of indigenous peoples to participate in the global Baháʼí community. Her travels took her to all the continents and to small islands. Some of her travels involved extended stays. For four years, she traveled for 58,000 kilometers in a LandRover through sub-Saharan Africa, visiting 34 countries, in 19 of which she was received by the head of state. On another trip, she visited nearly 30 countries in Asia and the Pacific islands during a seven-month span. In 1975–6, she traveled by boat through the tributaries of the Amazon River of Brazil and visited the high mountain ranges of Peru and Bolivia. Thirty six tribal groups were visited over a period of six months; the trip was called The Green Light Expedition, which followed The Great African Safari.
1913 'Abdu'l-Bahá visits Britain for the third and last time on his way back after momentous journey to America.
1913 'Abdu'l-Bahá visits Britain for the third and last time on his way back after momentous journey to America.
1913 'Abdu'l-Bahá visits France and Paris for the second time, staying initially from 22 January until 31 March; after visits to Germany, Austria-Hungary, he stayed again from 2 May until 12 June. During his stay in the city he continued his public talks, as well as with meeting Bahá'ís and stayed at an apartment at 30 Rue St Didier which was rented for him by Hippolyte Dreyfus-Barney. Some of the notables that `Abdu'l-Bahá met while in Paris include the Persian minister in Paris, several prominent Ottomans from the previous regime, Professor 'Inayatu'llah Khan, and Cambridge Professor E.G. Browne, one of the first westerners to interview Bahá'u'lláh.
1913 'Abdu'l-Bahá visits France and Paris for the second time, staying initially from 22 January until 31 March; after visits to Germany, Austria-Hungary, he stayed again from 2 May until 12 June. During his stay in the city he continued his public talks, as well as with meeting Bahá'ís and stayed at an apartment at 30 Rue St Didier which was rented for him by Hippolyte Dreyfus-Barney. Some of the notables that `Abdu'l-Bahá met while in Paris include the Persian minister in Paris, several prominent Ottomans from the previous regime, Professor 'Inayatu'llah Khan, and Cambridge Professor E.G. Browne, one of the first westerners to interview Bahá'u'lláh.
Over the course of history, the followers of every religion have traveled as pilgrims to certain revered locations that form part of their spiritual heritage. For them, the physical act of pilgrimage has served as an expression of their devotion and an outward representation of the spiritual journey on which they have embarked. Bahá’ís too undertake pilgrimage, and each year thousands of Bahá’ís take the opportunity to forge a profound and lasting connection with the spiritual and administrative centre of their Faith, located in the Haifa-‘Akká area of what is now northern Israel. During the years of Bahá’u’lláh’s exile, His followers would travel from Persia—sometimes for months and on foot—to visit Him in person. After Bahá’u’lláh’s passing, His Shrine became the spot towards which Bahá’ís turn each day in prayer, and which they strive to visit at least once during their lifetime. The practice of pilgrimage to the Haifa-‘Akká area has continued. Today, Bahá’í pilgrims pray and meditate at the Shrine of Bahá’u’lláh and the Shrine of the Báb, as well as in the beautiful gardens that surround them. They also draw inspiration from the time spent at various historical sites associated with the lives of Bahá’u’lláh, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, and Shoghi Effendi, as well as from visits to the edifices dedicated to the worldwide administration of the Bahá’í Faith. “Holy Places are undoubtedly centres of the outpouring of Divine grace,” wrote ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, “because on entering the illumined sites associated with martyrs and holy souls, and by observing reverence, both physical and spiritual, one’s heart is moved with great tenderness.” Pilgrimage offers Bahá’ís from a vast number of cultures and countries the unique opportunity to enjoy precious moments of spiritual fellowship together. Pilgrims have been described as the “life-blood” of the Bahá’í World Centre, bringing with them news of their activities and taking back to their countries inspiration and new insights. Returning home after a short but intensive sojourn in the Holy Land, they feel reinvigorated by the experience, keen to rededicate themselves to service to humanity, and eager to share with family and friends the joy that has filled their hearts. (https://www.bahai.org/beliefs/life-spirit/devotion/pilgrimage)
Over the course of history, the followers of every religion have traveled as pilgrims to certain revered locations that form part of their spiritual heritage. For them, the physical act of pilgrimage has served as an expression of their devotion and an outward representation of the spiritual journey on which they have embarked. Bahá’ís too undertake pilgrimage, and each year thousands of Bahá’ís take the opportunity to forge a profound and lasting connection with the spiritual and administrative centre of their Faith, located in the Haifa-‘Akká area of what is now northern Israel. During the years of Bahá’u’lláh’s exile, His followers would travel from Persia—sometimes for months and on foot—to visit Him in person. After Bahá’u’lláh’s passing, His Shrine became the spot towards which Bahá’ís turn each day in prayer, and which they strive to visit at least once during their lifetime. The practice of pilgrimage to the Haifa-‘Akká area has continued. Today, Bahá’í pilgrims pray and meditate at the Shrine of Bahá’u’lláh and the Shrine of the Báb, as well as in the beautiful gardens that surround them. They also draw inspiration from the time spent at various historical sites associated with the lives of Bahá’u’lláh, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, and Shoghi Effendi, as well as from visits to the edifices dedicated to the worldwide administration of the Bahá’í Faith. “Holy Places are undoubtedly centres of the outpouring of Divine grace,” wrote ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, “because on entering the illumined sites associated with martyrs and holy souls, and by observing reverence, both physical and spiritual, one’s heart is moved with great tenderness.” Pilgrimage offers Bahá’ís from a vast number of cultures and countries the unique opportunity to enjoy precious moments of spiritual fellowship together. Pilgrims have been described as the “life-blood” of the Bahá’í World Centre, bringing with them news of their activities and taking back to their countries inspiration and new insights. Returning home after a short but intensive sojourn in the Holy Land, they feel reinvigorated by the experience, keen to rededicate themselves to service to humanity, and eager to share with family and friends the joy that has filled their hearts. (https://www.bahai.org/beliefs/life-spirit/devotion/pilgrimage)
29 Nov 1921 *Ascension of 'Abdu'l-Bahá* -- eldest son of Bahá'u'lláh, appointed Interpreter and Successor in Bahá'i Faith -- His funeral procession saw 10,000 people of every religion, class & nationality living in Haifa (Israel) line the streets to express their sorrow and respect as His coffin was carried to its resting place inside the Shrine of the Báb on Mt. Carmel (now a UNESCO World Heritage Site).
29 Nov 1921 *Ascension of 'Abdu'l-Bahá* -- eldest son of Bahá'u'lláh, appointed Interpreter and Successor in Bahá'i Faith -- His funeral procession saw 10,000 people of every religion, class & nationality living in Haifa (Israel) line the streets to express their sorrow and respect as His coffin was carried to its resting place inside the Shrine of the Báb on Mt. Carmel (now a UNESCO World Heritage Site).
Shoghi Effendi is named Guardian of the Cause of God in 'Abdu'l-Baha's Will & Testament -- read publicly in Haifa for the first time in Jan.1922 after 'Abdu'l-Baha's ascension in Nov.1921. In April 1922, Shoghi Effendi feels it necessary to spend eight solitary months in the mountains of Switzerland to reflect, meditate, and prepare himself for a lifetime of service to humanity. He visits these mountains a dozen times for rest and respite, peace and quietude, during the next and final 36 years of his life.
Shoghi Effendi is named Guardian of the Cause of God in 'Abdu'l-Baha's Will & Testament -- read publicly in Haifa for the first time in Jan.1922 after 'Abdu'l-Baha's ascension in Nov.1921. In April 1922, Shoghi Effendi feels it necessary to spend eight solitary months in the mountains of Switzerland to reflect, meditate, and prepare himself for a lifetime of service to humanity. He visits these mountains a dozen times for rest and respite, peace and quietude, during the next and final 36 years of his life.
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The Will and Testament of 'Abdu'l-Bahá is read publically - in it He appoints Shoghi Effendi as the Guardian of the Bahá'i Faith and authorized Interpreter of the Holy Writings.
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The Will and Testament of 'Abdu'l-Bahá is read publically - in it He appoints Shoghi Effendi as the Guardian of the Bahá'i Faith and authorized Interpreter of the Holy Writings.
1925 * The 1st National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá'is of the United States and Canada is elected, a council composed of nine members administering the spiritual activities within a country.
1932 * passing of Bahíyyih Khánum (1846 – July 15, 1932), entitled the "Greatest Holy Leaf", daughter of Bahá'u'lláh (founder of the Bahá'í Faith) and Ásíyih Khánum, sister of 'Abdu'l-Baha, in the Holy Land. As a young girl she opted to remain single, serving her family and the Faith her entire life. Bahá’ís regard Bahíyyih Khánum as the outstanding heroine of the Bahá’í dispensation. After the death of her brother in 1921, she supported the young Shoghi Effendi (appointed Guardian of the Faith) in his endeavours and acted in his stead whenever he traveled from the Holy Land. Her death in 1932 at the age of 86 devastated the worldwide Bahá’í community. She was beloved and greatly respected by the Bahá’ís and the community went into a period of deep mourning for nine months. Every dispensation has one particular holy woman or "immortal heroine". In the time of Jesus it was the Virgin Mary, the time of Muhammad it was his daughter Fatima Zahra, and during the Báb's dispensation it was Táhirih.
1932 * passing of Bahíyyih Khánum (1846 – July 15, 1932), entitled the "Greatest Holy Leaf", daughter of Bahá'u'lláh (founder of the Bahá'í Faith) and Ásíyih Khánum, sister of 'Abdu'l-Baha, in the Holy Land. As a young girl she opted to remain single, serving her family and the Faith her entire life. Bahá’ís regard Bahíyyih Khánum as the outstanding heroine of the Bahá’í dispensation. After the death of her brother in 1921, she supported the young Shoghi Effendi (appointed Guardian of the Faith) in his endeavours and acted in his stead whenever he traveled from the Holy Land. Her death in 1932 at the age of 86 devastated the worldwide Bahá’í community. She was beloved and greatly respected by the Bahá’ís and the community went into a period of deep mourning for nine months. Every dispensation has one particular holy woman or "immortal heroine". In the time of Jesus it was the Virgin Mary, the time of Muhammad it was his daughter Fatima Zahra, and during the Báb's dispensation it was Táhirih.
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OGH, Gold CAC -- 1938 * Munirih Khanum passes away * The wife of 'Abdu'l-Bahá, and grandmother of Shoghi Effendi, dies in Haifa. Shoghi Effendi inters her body just west of the Shrine of Bahiyyih Khanum, Baha'u'llah's eldest daughter, known as the Greatest Holy Leaf, and erects a simple monument over her grave. With the later additions of the gravesites of Baha'u'llah's youngest son, Mirza Mihdi, and Baha'u'llah's wife Asiyih Khanum (known as the Most Exalted Leaf), also with their own monuments, this area is now called the Monument Gardens, located below the seat of the Universal House of Justice on the Arc of Mt Carmel, Haifa, Israel.
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OGH, Gold CAC -- 1938 * Munirih Khanum passes away * The wife of 'Abdu'l-Bahá, and grandmother of Shoghi Effendi, dies in Haifa. Shoghi Effendi inters her body just west of the Shrine of Bahiyyih Khanum, Baha'u'llah's eldest daughter, known as the Greatest Holy Leaf, and erects a simple monument over her grave. With the later additions of the gravesites of Baha'u'llah's youngest son, Mirza Mihdi, and Baha'u'llah's wife Asiyih Khanum (known as the Most Exalted Leaf), also with their own monuments, this area is now called the Monument Gardens, located below the seat of the Universal House of Justice on the Arc of Mt Carmel, Haifa, Israel.
My favorite aunt (Carol) is born in Louisiana, but she gets to Texas as fast as she can and that's where I have the greatest memories of her. She and my uncle Carl began my appreciation of gold and silver coins.
My favorite aunt (Carol) is born in Louisiana, but she gets to Texas as fast as she can and that's where I have the greatest memories of her. She and my uncle Carl began my appreciation of gold and silver coins.
OGH Gold CAC * * * * * * * * * 1945 * The United Nations Charter is signed in San Francisco and Bahá'i representatives participated. >> As World War II wound down, the United Nations Conference on International Organization, or UNCIO, hosted delegates from fifty Allied nations in San Francisco. When the UNCIO delegates met in 1945, few realized that Abdu’l-Bahá had prophetically declared in San Francisco, a third of a century before, “May the first flag of international peace be upraised in this state.” >> In 1948 the Bahá'i International Community registered with the UN as an international non-governmental organization (NGO) and in 1970 was granted consultative status (now called "special" consultative status) with the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). Consultative status with the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) followed in 1976, and with the UN Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) in 1989. Working relations with the World Health Organization (WHO) were also established in 1989. Over the years, the Community has worked closely with the UN Environment Program (UNEP), the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), and the UN Development Program (UNDP). >> The Bahá'i International Community has offices at the United Nations in New York and Geneva and representations to United Nations regional commissions and other offices in Addis Ababa, Bangkok, Nairobi, Rome, Santiago, and Vienna. In recent years an Office of the Environment and an Office for the Advancement of Women were established as part of its United Nations Office. >> An Office of Public Information, based at the Bahá'i World Centre in Haifa and with a branch in Paris, disseminates information about the Bahá'i Faith around the world and publishes a quarterly newsletter, ONE COUNTRY. Distributed in English, French, Chinese, Russian, Spanish, and German to readers in over 170 countries, ONE COUNTRY covers social and economic development projects, relations with the United Nations system, and global issues of interest to decision makers.
OGH Gold CAC * * * * * * * * * 1945 * The United Nations Charter is signed in San Francisco and Bahá'i representatives participated. >> As World War II wound down, the United Nations Conference on International Organization, or UNCIO, hosted delegates from fifty Allied nations in San Francisco. When the UNCIO delegates met in 1945, few realized that Abdu’l-Bahá had prophetically declared in San Francisco, a third of a century before, “May the first flag of international peace be upraised in this state.” >> In 1948 the Bahá'i International Community registered with the UN as an international non-governmental organization (NGO) and in 1970 was granted consultative status (now called "special" consultative status) with the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). Consultative status with the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) followed in 1976, and with the UN Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) in 1989. Working relations with the World Health Organization (WHO) were also established in 1989. Over the years, the Community has worked closely with the UN Environment Program (UNEP), the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), and the UN Development Program (UNDP). >> The Bahá'i International Community has offices at the United Nations in New York and Geneva and representations to United Nations regional commissions and other offices in Addis Ababa, Bangkok, Nairobi, Rome, Santiago, and Vienna. In recent years an Office of the Environment and an Office for the Advancement of Women were established as part of its United Nations Office. >> An Office of Public Information, based at the Bahá'i World Centre in Haifa and with a branch in Paris, disseminates information about the Bahá'i Faith around the world and publishes a quarterly newsletter, ONE COUNTRY. Distributed in English, French, Chinese, Russian, Spanish, and German to readers in over 170 countries, ONE COUNTRY covers social and economic development projects, relations with the United Nations system, and global issues of interest to decision makers.
1953 * Launch of the 10-Year Crusade by Shoghi Effendi, the beginning of a dedicated effort to spread Bahá'u'lláh's Revelation around the globe, raising the number of National Spiritual Assemblies of Bahá'is from 12 to 56, and thus laying the foundation for election of the first Universal House of Justice. >> The 1963 UHJ election was also the world's first global, democratic election in human history, a process which has repeated every five years since then.
1953 * Launch of the 10-Year Crusade by Shoghi Effendi, the beginning of a dedicated effort to spread Bahá'u'lláh's Revelation around the globe, raising the number of National Spiritual Assemblies of Bahá'is from 12 to 56, and thus laying the foundation for election of the first Universal House of Justice. >> The 1963 UHJ election was also the world's first global, democratic election in human history, a process which has repeated every five years since then.
1953 * Launch of the 10-Year Crusade by Shoghi Effendi, the beginning of a dedicated effort to spread Bahá'u'lláh's Revelation around the globe, raising the number of National Spiritual Assemblies of Bahá'is from 12 to 56, and thus laying the foundation for election of the first Universal House of Justice. >> The 1963 UHJ election was also the world's first global, democratic election in human history, a process which has repeated every five years since then.
1953 * Launch of the 10-Year Crusade by Shoghi Effendi, the beginning of a dedicated effort to spread Bahá'u'lláh's Revelation around the globe, raising the number of National Spiritual Assemblies of Bahá'is from 12 to 56, and thus laying the foundation for election of the first Universal House of Justice. >> The 1963 UHJ election was also the world's first global, democratic election in human history, a process which has repeated every five years since then.
1957 * Ascension of Shoghí Effendi in London Great-grandson of Baha'u'llah, he was the Guardian and appointed head of the Baháʼí Faith after the passing of 'Abdu'l-Baha in 1921, until his death in 1957. His passing was sudden and unexpected, brought on by a heart attack in his sleep following a bout with the flu. He and his wife Rúhíyyih Khánum were in England to find furnishings for the newly completed Archives Building on Mt Carmel, the first building on the future Arc of the Bahá'í World Centre. As Bahá'ís must be buried within 1 hour's journey from the place of death, Shoghí Effendi was laid to rest in New Southgate Cemetery, northern London.
1957 * Ascension of Shoghí Effendi in London Great-grandson of Baha'u'llah, he was the Guardian and appointed head of the Baháʼí Faith after the passing of 'Abdu'l-Baha in 1921, until his death in 1957. His passing was sudden and unexpected, brought on by a heart attack in his sleep following a bout with the flu. He and his wife Rúhíyyih Khánum were in England to find furnishings for the newly completed Archives Building on Mt Carmel, the first building on the future Arc of the Bahá'í World Centre. As Bahá'ís must be buried within 1 hour's journey from the place of death, Shoghí Effendi was laid to rest in New Southgate Cemetery, northern London.
1959 * World Peace Day is begun by Baha'i communities in the United States to call attention to the need for world peace. >> In 1981 the United Nations begins the International Day of Peace, which now occurs annually on 21 September. To inaugurate the day, the United Nations Peace Bell is rung at UN Headquarters in New York City. The bell is cast from coins donated by children from all continents except Africa, and was a gift from the United Nations Association of Japan, as "a reminder of the human cost of war"; the inscription on its side reads, "Long live absolute world peace". In recent years, a searchable map of events has been published at un.org.
1959 * World Peace Day is begun by Baha'i communities in the United States to call attention to the need for world peace. >> In 1981 the United Nations begins the International Day of Peace, which now occurs annually on 21 September. To inaugurate the day, the United Nations Peace Bell is rung at UN Headquarters in New York City. The bell is cast from coins donated by children from all continents except Africa, and was a gift from the United Nations Association of Japan, as "a reminder of the human cost of war"; the inscription on its side reads, "Long live absolute world peace". In recent years, a searchable map of events has been published at un.org.
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April 1963, * Election of 1st Universal House of Justice *, the international governing assembly of the Baha'i Faith. Unique among the world’s great religions, the Baha’i Faith governs itself democratically. www.bahai.org/the-universal-house-of-justice The nine-member UHJ was envisioned by Bahá'u'lláh, the founder of the Bahá'í Faith, as an institution that could legislate on issues not already specifically addressed in the Bahá'í Writings, providing flexibility for the Bahá'í Faith to adapt to changing conditions. It is elected every five years by delegates consisting of the members of Bahá'í National Spiritual Assemblies throughout the world (currently 181). The books and documents published by the Universal House of Justice are considered authoritative and its legislative decisions are considered infallible by Bahá'ís. While empowered to legislate on matters that are not explicitly stated in the Baha'i holy writings, the Universal House of Justice has, since its inception, limited its exercise of this function. The Seat of the Universal House of Justice and its members reside in Haifa, Israel, on the slope of Mount Carmel, known in the Jewish, Christian and Muslim scriptures as "God's Holy Mountain".
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April 1963, * Election of 1st Universal House of Justice *, the international governing assembly of the Baha'i Faith. Unique among the world’s great religions, the Baha’i Faith governs itself democratically. www.bahai.org/the-universal-house-of-justice The nine-member UHJ was envisioned by Bahá'u'lláh, the founder of the Bahá'í Faith, as an institution that could legislate on issues not already specifically addressed in the Bahá'í Writings, providing flexibility for the Bahá'í Faith to adapt to changing conditions. It is elected every five years by delegates consisting of the members of Bahá'í National Spiritual Assemblies throughout the world (currently 181). The books and documents published by the Universal House of Justice are considered authoritative and its legislative decisions are considered infallible by Bahá'ís. While empowered to legislate on matters that are not explicitly stated in the Baha'i holy writings, the Universal House of Justice has, since its inception, limited its exercise of this function. The Seat of the Universal House of Justice and its members reside in Haifa, Israel, on the slope of Mount Carmel, known in the Jewish, Christian and Muslim scriptures as "God's Holy Mountain".
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1963 = 100th Anniversary of Baha'u'llah's Declaration of His Mission >> Garden of Ridvan, Baghdad in April 1863, before His exile to Constantinople
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1963 = 100th Anniversary of Baha'u'llah's Declaration of His Mission >> Garden of Ridvan, Baghdad in April 1863, before His exile to Constantinople
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1982 * 1st ever gathering inside new seat of the Universal House of Justice, constructed on Mt Carmel, Haifa, Israel -- it is a tribute to the life of Bahiyyih Khanum, the Greatest Holy Leaf, daughter of Baha'u'llah and brother of 'Abdu'l-Baha. The tribute marked the 50th anniversary of her passing in 1932.
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1982 * 1st ever gathering inside new seat of the Universal House of Justice, constructed on Mt Carmel, Haifa, Israel -- it is a tribute to the life of Bahiyyih Khanum, the Greatest Holy Leaf, daughter of Baha'u'llah and brother of 'Abdu'l-Baha. The tribute marked the 50th anniversary of her passing in 1932.
1995 * Beijing, China—26 August >> United Nations Fourth World Conference on Women: Equality, Development and Peace "There must be an equality of rights between men and women... For the world of humanity possesses two wings: man and woman. If one wing remains incapable and defective, it will restrict the power of the other, and full flight will be impossible." (Baha'i Writings -- 'Abdu'l-Bahá) The Baha'i International Community welcomes the opportunity to speak to agenda item 11 at this historic World Conference......... The persistence and growth of violence directed against women, both personal and institutional, is largely attributable to the traditional exclusion of women from processes of development and decision-making. A profound adjustment in humanity's collective outlook is needed, guided by the consideration of universal values and spiritual principles. Legislation is needed which lends practical expression to the equality of the sexes by dealing with the particular injustices which women face. Domestic violence is a fact of life for many women throughout the world, regardless of race, class, or educational background. In many societies traditional beliefs that women are a burden make them easy targets of anger. In other situations, men's frustration is vented on women and children when economies shrink and collapse. In all parts of the world, violence against women persists because it goes unpunished. Beliefs and practices that contribute to the oppression of women must be reexamined in the light of justice. When properly understood, the principle of the fundamental equality of men and women will eventually transform all social relations, allowing each person to develop his or her unique gifts and talents. The utilization of everyone's strengths will foster the maturation of society. As the principle of equality gains acceptance, the challenge of transmitting it to the next generation must be undertaken by parents, schools, governments and NGOs. The family is the basic unit of society: all of its members should be educated according to spiritual principles. The rights of all need to be safeguarded and children trained to respect themselves and others. According to the Baha'i writings, "The integrity of the family bond must be constantly considered, and the rights of the individual members must not be transgressed." Education in spiritual values is necessary not only to protect women but, indeed, to foster respect for all people, so that human honor and dignity may be preserved and a global ethos may evolve in which all human rights are upheld. The Baha'i International Community is convinced that nothing short of an infusion of spiritual values can effect the transformation of individuals and institutions that will ensure respect for the human rights of all people.
1995 * Beijing, China—26 August >> United Nations Fourth World Conference on Women: Equality, Development and Peace "There must be an equality of rights between men and women... For the world of humanity possesses two wings: man and woman. If one wing remains incapable and defective, it will restrict the power of the other, and full flight will be impossible." (Baha'i Writings -- 'Abdu'l-Bahá) The Baha'i International Community welcomes the opportunity to speak to agenda item 11 at this historic World Conference......... The persistence and growth of violence directed against women, both personal and institutional, is largely attributable to the traditional exclusion of women from processes of development and decision-making. A profound adjustment in humanity's collective outlook is needed, guided by the consideration of universal values and spiritual principles. Legislation is needed which lends practical expression to the equality of the sexes by dealing with the particular injustices which women face. Domestic violence is a fact of life for many women throughout the world, regardless of race, class, or educational background. In many societies traditional beliefs that women are a burden make them easy targets of anger. In other situations, men's frustration is vented on women and children when economies shrink and collapse. In all parts of the world, violence against women persists because it goes unpunished. Beliefs and practices that contribute to the oppression of women must be reexamined in the light of justice. When properly understood, the principle of the fundamental equality of men and women will eventually transform all social relations, allowing each person to develop his or her unique gifts and talents. The utilization of everyone's strengths will foster the maturation of society. As the principle of equality gains acceptance, the challenge of transmitting it to the next generation must be undertaken by parents, schools, governments and NGOs. The family is the basic unit of society: all of its members should be educated according to spiritual principles. The rights of all need to be safeguarded and children trained to respect themselves and others. According to the Baha'i writings, "The integrity of the family bond must be constantly considered, and the rights of the individual members must not be transgressed." Education in spiritual values is necessary not only to protect women but, indeed, to foster respect for all people, so that human honor and dignity may be preserved and a global ethos may evolve in which all human rights are upheld. The Baha'i International Community is convinced that nothing short of an infusion of spiritual values can effect the transformation of individuals and institutions that will ensure respect for the human rights of all people.
*22-23 May 2001* Opening of Baha'i terraces on Mount Carmel>Haifa>Israel The "Arc" and Terraces on Mount Carmel, part of the World Centre of the Baha'i Faith, are dedicated. The ceremonies are broadcast live around the world. More than 3,000 Baha'is from some 170 countries attended the outdoor event on the evening of 22 May, which featured an original oratorio, performed by a symphony orchestra and choir assembled at the base of the terraces. At the height of the ceremony, the kilometer-long terraces was dramatically illuminated. The 18 terraces extend from the base to the crest of a mountain that has been considered holy throughout recorded history. The ceremonies marked the end of a 10-year, US$250 million project to complete key elements of the spiritual and administrative center of the Baha'i Faith. Two major administrative buildings, the International Teaching Centre and Centre for the Study of the Texts, were also completed on Mount Carmel during the project. On 23 May, following the concert and inauguration, indigenous performers lead a devotional prayer program, and the thousands of celebrants, many in colorful national dress, ascended the terraces for the first time. This event was also carried live by satellite. The Holy Land is home to pilgrimage sites for four major world religions: Judaism, Christianity, Islam and the Baha'i Faith. Mount Carmel is known throughout the holy writings of the three older religions as "the mountain of God" -- it is perhaps more than interesting, and significant, that the youngest world religion, the Baha'is, have their world center on this mountain. In 2008 the Shrines, gardens and surrounding area of this Centre were named to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list.
*22-23 May 2001* Opening of Baha'i terraces on Mount Carmel>Haifa>Israel The "Arc" and Terraces on Mount Carmel, part of the World Centre of the Baha'i Faith, are dedicated. The ceremonies are broadcast live around the world. More than 3,000 Baha'is from some 170 countries attended the outdoor event on the evening of 22 May, which featured an original oratorio, performed by a symphony orchestra and choir assembled at the base of the terraces. At the height of the ceremony, the kilometer-long terraces was dramatically illuminated. The 18 terraces extend from the base to the crest of a mountain that has been considered holy throughout recorded history. The ceremonies marked the end of a 10-year, US$250 million project to complete key elements of the spiritual and administrative center of the Baha'i Faith. Two major administrative buildings, the International Teaching Centre and Centre for the Study of the Texts, were also completed on Mount Carmel during the project. On 23 May, following the concert and inauguration, indigenous performers lead a devotional prayer program, and the thousands of celebrants, many in colorful national dress, ascended the terraces for the first time. This event was also carried live by satellite. The Holy Land is home to pilgrimage sites for four major world religions: Judaism, Christianity, Islam and the Baha'i Faith. Mount Carmel is known throughout the holy writings of the three older religions as "the mountain of God" -- it is perhaps more than interesting, and significant, that the youngest world religion, the Baha'is, have their world center on this mountain. In 2008 the Shrines, gardens and surrounding area of this Centre were named to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list.