The Bahá’i Faith, is a religion founded on the principles of unity, justice and peace. All over the world, followers would be celebrating the Twin Birthdays of their Founders, this year on the weekend of 2-3 November soon after another great festival, Deepavali. The two days mark the births of the Báb (the Gate) and Bahá’u’lláh (Glory of God), whose lives and teachings have profoundly influenced millions around the world. As the harbinger of a new era in human history, the Báb declared that as per the prophecies in the Sacred Scriptures of all the religions 1844 was the commencement year.

His mission was to prepare for the advent of the Promised of All the religions, Bahá’u’lláh, who would soon manifest himself. Despite facing severe persecution, the Báb’s message of hope and renewal resonated with many and his short but impactful ministry laid the groundwork for the Baha’i Faith. The Báb was publicly executed in July 1850. Just 13 years after the Báb’s martyrdom, in 1863 Bahá’u’lláh told his followers that he was the Promised One and his mission was to guide humanity towards a just and harmonious world, the next stage in the collective spiritual and material evolution of humanity.

Unfortunately, despite the best efforts of Bahá’ís during the past 150 years the vast majority of humankind, it seems to me, are too preoccupied with their worldly affairs and least bothered to investigate the divine message brought by Bahá’u’lláh. Had humanity responded positively, the present-day catastrophes and heart wrenching suffering throughout the planet could have been definitely averted. During his 40-year........

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