Key Beliefs

The most vital of Baha'u'llah's principles is the principle of the oneness and wholeness of the human race, which may well be regarded as the hallmark of Baha'u'llah's Revelation and the pivot of His teachings. Of such cardinal importance is this principle of unity that it is expressly referred to in the Book of His Covenant, and He unreservedly proclaims it as the central purpose of His Faith.

Some basic principles

• The oneness of God
• The oneness of religion
• The oneness of humankind
• The elimination of prejudice of all kinds
• The individual search after truth
• A universal auxiliary language
• The equality of men and women
• Universal education
• The harmony of science and religion
• The elimination of extremes of wealth and poverty
• Universal peace supported by world government
• Protection of cultural diversity

A few other teachings

• The human being is created noble and essentially spiritual
• The family is the foundation of society
• Marriage is a vehicle that permits each partner to develop spiritually
• Consultation is the dynamic process which allows for the truth to be discovered and resolutions to problems and conflicts to be found
• Moral rectitude directly influences our happiness and our spiritual development
• The soul continues to evolve after death

For further information about the Baha'i Faith we invite you to visit:

• Official Site of the Baha'is of the United States
• Official site of the Baha'i Faith