Baha'i World News Service
The Bahá’í World News Service - BWNS - The official news source of the worldwide Bahá’í community, reports on major developments and endeavors of the global Bahá’í community.
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2021 in review: A momentous year
BWNS looks back on a historic year of intense efforts by countless people and communities, including marking the centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing.
Counsellors’ conference begins
Over the coming days, Counsellors from all parts of the world will be consulting on the development of the worldwide Bahá’í community, preparing for the years ahead.
Bahá’í Media Bank: Photo of opening pages of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s Will and Testament published
An image of the opening pages of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s Will and Testament has been published for the first time, coinciding with the period of the centenary of His passing.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Plans for marble presented at press conference in Italy
The president of marble company Margraf and architect Hossein Amanat spoke about the complexities of the construction project and fabrication of the marble
BIC New York: UN Calls on Iran to end religious discrimination
The UN General Assembly calls on Iran to observe human rights for all its citizens, including members of the Bahá’í Faith.
Turkey: Mayor of Edirne marks centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing
The centenary was recently honored in Edirne, where Bahá’u’lláh, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, and a small band of believers lived as exiles for over four years.
Papua New Guinea: Bahá’í Most Holy Book published in Tok Pisin
Bahá’u’lláh’s Kitáb-i-Aqdas has been translated into the most widely spoken language in Papua New Guinea after a decades-long process.
Centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing: Short documentary on centenary commemoration in the Holy Land released
The documentary provides highlights from the spiritually charged centenary gathering recently held at the Bahá’í World Centre.
Centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing: National commemorations honor herald of peace
National Bahá’í communities around the world have been bringing together diverse social actors to explore some of the universal principles embodied by ‘Abdu’l-Bahá.
Centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing: A look at worldwide gatherings
Centenary gatherings encircled the globe on Saturday, inspiring countless people to consider the implications of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s call for universal peace for their lives.
Houses of Worship: Bahá’í temples become focal points of commemorations
On Saturday, Bahá’í Houses of Worship became focal points of centenary commemorations, bringing diverse people together for profound reflection on ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s life.
Centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing: Participants energized for return home as gathering concludes
Attendees came together for the closing session of the gathering at the Seat of the Universal House of Justice on Saturday, galvanized by the example of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá.
Centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing: Solemn event sparks profound reflection on exemplary life
Participants gathered in the courtyard of the Haifa Pilgrim House, next to the Shrine of the Báb, to commemorate the centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s ascension.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Short documentary on the construction project released
This documentary explores aspects of the design and construction of the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá and features interviews with people directly involved in the project.
Centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing: Formal program begins after days of spiritual preparation
The formal program for the centenary began today with a reading of a message by the Universal House of Justice addressed to the gathering.
Centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing: Representatives prepare themselves in spiritual atmosphere
Representatives have been preparing for the centenary, visiting Bahá’í Holy Places associated with the lives of Bahá’u’lláh and ‘Abdu’l-Bahá.
Houses of Worship: Preparations under way for centenary commemorations
Bahá’í Houses of Worship around the world are preparing for the commemoration of the centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing with special programs and exhibitions.
Centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing: Representatives from around the world arrive
Representatives of Bahá’í communities from around the world have been arriving in Haifa for a gathering at the Bahá’í World Centre commemorating the centenary.
Centenary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing: Remembering His life in the Holy Land
Several events held in Haifa and ‘Akká mark the centenary of the passing of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá in the Holy Land.