Building Community
Heart to Heart
“Let your vision be world embracing…”
—Bahá’u’lláh
Throughout history, God has sent to humanity a series of divine Educators—known as Manifestations of God—whose teachings have provided the basis for the advancement of civilization. These Manifestations have included Abraham, Krishna, Zoroaster, Moses, Buddha, Jesus, and Muhammad. Bahá’u’lláh, the latest of these Messengers, taught that the religions of the world come from the same Source and are in essence successive chapters of one religion from God.
Founded in Iran in 1844, the Bahá’í Faith now has more than six million adherents in 236 countries and territories. Bahá’ís come from nearly every national, ethnic, and religious background, making the Bahá’í Faith the second-most-widespread religion in the world.
We welcome you to explore the history, teachings, and activities of the Bahá’í Faith and the Fargo Bahá’í community.
“All men have been created to carry forward an ever-advancing civilization.”
–Bahá’u’lláh
Our nation, city, and neighborhoods are going through a tumultuous time. Tensions and divisions surface every day, reminding us that the stains of injustice and prejudice are set deeply in the fabric of our society. Bahá’ís are committed to reinvisioning and reshaping society around principles of oneness—such as love, inclusivity, and reciprocity. We hope to join hands with the countless like-minded individuals working toward these same goals and invite you to explore our history and approach.
Past.
A glance at the history of the Bahá’í Faith.
Present.
A look at the efforts underway today.
Future.
A shared vision for our collective future.
“The Bahá’ís of the United States join our fellow-citizens in heartfelt grief at the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and so many others whose lives were suddenly taken by appalling acts of violence. These heartbreaking violations against fellow human beings, due only to the color of their skin, have deepened the dismay caused by a pandemic whose consequences to the health and livelihoods of people of color have been disproportionately severe. This has come to pass against a backdrop of long standing racial injustice in virtually every aspect of American life. It is clear that racial prejudice is the most vital and challenging issue we face as a country….”
—From a letter dated 19 June 2020 from the Bahais of the United States titled “Forging a path to racial justice”