The oneness of humankind is the operating principle and ultimate goal of the Bahá’í Faith
The Triangle area of North Carolina is one of the most diverse communities in the state and possibly even within the entire Southern region. This wonderful diversity provides a unique opportunity for us to celebrate and learn from each other, allowing us to build a truly amazing community. The Bahá’í Faith in the Triangle has a very long and impressive history, having established itself in the early 1900s.
Bahá’ís believe in the oneness of humanity.
- Every human being was created in the spirit of God’s utmost love.
- God gave each person a soul, which has no gender, race, ethnicity, or social class.
- When it comes to the diversity of the human race, we can “discern with the eye of oneness His glorious handiwork” and see the beauty in one another.
- Divisions, hierarchies, and inequities based on ethnicity, gender, or social class are entirely manmade.
- It is up to all of us to remold our relationships, conscious of our oneness.
- The world of humanity is a single unit – like a family.
- Attitudes of prejudice, superiority, and paternalism are contrary to our oneness.
- All forms of systemic exploitation – like racism, sexism, and classism – are contrary to oneness.
- Developing a deep-seated consciousness of the oneness of humanity is the only hope for remedying the vast problems of a fractured world.
Who We Are
Who are the Bahá’ís?
Founded in 1844, the Bahá’í Faith is a world religion with more than 5 million adherents from virtually every national, ethnic and religious background. The Faith accepts the divine origin and common purpose of all the major world religions and teaches that God has revealed a new message in this day to establish the oneness of humanity.
What we believe
What do Bahá’ís do?
In neighborhoods across the country, Bahá’ís and their friends are engaged in a community-building process that cultivates love and translates it into action.
Origins
Who is Bahá'u'lláh?
The Bahá’í Faith originated with Bahá’u’lláh (1817–1892), Whose title means “the Glory of God.” Bahá’ís regard Him as the latest in the succession of Divine Messengers Who founded the world’s major religions. His teachings, centered around the recognition of the oneness of humanity, offer a compelling vision of an approaching world united in justice, peace, and prosperity.
Local Centers
Raleigh Bahá’í Center
The Raleigh Bahá’í Center is located in downtown Raleigh in the historic Oakwood Neighborhood.
Local Centers
Durham Bahá’í Center
The Durham Bahá’í Center is located in the Parkwood neighborhood not far from the intersection of NC Hwy 54 and NC Hwy 55.
