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Baha’i Principles
Some of the basic teachings of the Faith, as described in quotes from selected Baha’i texts.
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The Prophets of God Have Come to Unite
Therefore, unity is the essential truth of religion and, when so understood, embraces all the virtues of the human world. Praise be to God! This knowledge has been spread, eyes have been opened, and ears have become attentive. Therefore, we must endeavor to promulgate and practice the religion of God which has been founded by all the Prophets. And the religion of God is absolute love and unity. —Abdu'l-Baha, The Promulgation of Universal Peace, p. 32
An Expansive Prospect
Striving to release the society-building power of the Bahá'í Teachings in ever-greater measures.
What is real unity?
Today nothing but the power of the Word of God which encompasses the realities of things can bring the thoughts, the minds, the hearts and the spirits under the shade of one Tree.
Light of Unity Festival 2017
Diverse celebrations took place around the world of the bicentenary of Baha’u’llah’s birth.
The Purpose of Religion
“The fundamental purpose animating the Faith of God and His Religion is to safeguard the interests and promote the unity of the human race, and to foster the spirit of love and fellowship amongst men.”
The Oneness of Religion
The Creator has sent a series of Divine Teachers to humanity, and will continue to do so, for our spiritual progress.
Friends from Laos celebrate Hmong New Year
Each year during December, Portland Baha'is enjoy celebrating the Hmong New Year with friends from Laos. They have cherished memories of past celebrations with families who came from Laos in the early 1980's. This year's celebration took place on December 4, in the Airport Holiday Inn's banquet hall. With a lively program and friends from all over Portland, it was truly a joyful celebration.