A renewal of vision and unity in a new era

The Bahá’í World Resumes Its Landmark Series with a New Volume Highlighting Global Spiritual and Social Progress

A valuable chronicle of spiritual and social evolution has been revitalized with the release of the 35th volume of The Bahá’í World. This landmark publication tells the story of millions of people around the world working together to advance the spiritual and social well-being of their communities.

The Universal House of Justice, the global governing body of the Bahá’í Faith, highlighted the importance of this volume in a message to all Bahá’í National Spiritual Assemblies. They wrote: “…this new volume presents the growing experience of the Bahá’í community as an example of the capacities of the human race to overcome conflict and division, to create new models of thought and human interaction, and to lay the foundations of humanity. a world that embodies the principle of the unity of humanity.

Spanning 455 pages, the volume addresses essential themes including evolving patterns of thought and action inspired by Bahá’í principles, innovative approaches to spiritual and material education, and the development of a administrative system aimed at fostering global unity. Profusely illustrated with photographs and artwork from around the world, it reflects the Bahá’í belief that humanity is one family.

A legacy taken over

First launched in 1926 by Shoghi Effendi, the Guardian of the Bahá’í Faith, The Bahá’í World was intended as a comprehensive account of the progress and contributions of the Bahá’í community to society. This latest volume, covering the period from 2006 to 2021, takes up this legacy after a hiatus from print publications. It offers a glimpse into a transformative era for the global Bahá’í community, characterized by initiatives inspired by the teachings of Bahá’u’lláh to promote unity and uplift society.

Capturing a period of growth and innovation

The 35th volume highlights a remarkable period in the development of the Bahá’í Faith, during which countless individuals were motivated to serve their fellow human beings. The stories and reflections in this edition highlight humanity’s capacity to overcome divisions and embrace new paradigms of cooperation and harmony.

The publication chronicles not only the progress of the Bahá’í community, but also its influence on broader societal trends, showcasing its contributions to education, environmental stewardship and the pursuit of justice. It serves as both a source of inspiration and a testimony to how Baha’i principles are translated into concrete action around the world.

Modern relevance and timeless purpose

Although many of the functions formerly carried out by The Bahá’í World have been integrated into digital platforms and other publications, such as Bahai.org, the Bahá’í World News Service and For the Good of the World– the latter volume printed continues the tradition of preserving a historical document. The revival of this format ensures that important developments and ideas continue to be accessible for thought and study.

The cloth-bound volume will soon be available through the United States Bahá’í Distribution Service, offering readers the opportunity to directly explore its rich contents.

This latest publication testifies to the Bahá’í community’s enduring vision to foster global unity and progress, inviting readers to join in contemplating the spiritual and social potential of humanity.