Baha I Faith Research Paper

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In an era of extreme conflict and violence in the world, harmony can seem to be nearly impossible to find. Christians, Muslims, and Jews battle each other day after day in wars that have lasted for generations, which can make religious differences seem impossible to overcome. However, Bahá’u’lláh, the founder of the Baha’i faith, reminds us that “Ye are all the leaves of one tree and the drops of one ocean” (“What Bahá'ís Believe.” Bahai.org). This quote illustrates the main principle of the Baha’i faith, unity, and harmony among all. The Baha’i faith has a fascinating and unique history, principles, and ways to show devotion; although its followers strive to promote peace, they is discriminated against in some regions of the world.
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We have records of what was happening on a global scale during the time of its foundation. Its origins can be traced back to Iran in 1844 when it emerged from Shia Islam. A man known as The Báb claimed that a new prophet would be coming soon. This prophet would be a continuation of the line of prophets that includes Jesus, Moses, and Muhammad. This proclamation led to the persecution of him and his followers because of the fact that Islam believes the Muhammad is the final prophet. Although The Báb technically started the Baha’i faith, he is the founder because “in 1852, one of the Báb's persecuted followers had a revelation in prison that he was the prophet that the Báb had proclaimed. He called himself Bahá'u'lláh, meaning The Glory of God” (“Religions...). Bahá’u’lláh is considered to be the founder of the Baha’i faith. Through the remainder of his life, he was …show more content…

This is quite fascinating because it is the polar opposite of what they believe in. They are discriminated against while they stand for equality and justice. This discrimination and hate is especially prevalent in Iran. Because Iran is an Islamic Republic, the government is intolerant of different religions, particularly those that contradict Islam. One government official denounced that “‘friendly relations’ with Baha’is as ‘treason against Islam and the Revolution’ while another warned that ‘consorting with Baha’is and friendship with them is against the teachings of Islam’” (Akhavan). The Baha’i Faith contradicts Islam because Baha’is do not believe that Muhammad was the last prophet or revelation of God which is a core concept in Islam. Even though they do not call the religion out as being wrong in their beliefs (it is just an incomplete view of the entirety of God), it is enough for them to be persecuted. With this much hatred in society, it is difficult to maintain order. Based on the state that America is currently in, we must learn from the effects of widespread hatred in other countries. This can help us reduce the amount of hate in America to prevent us from reaching such an extreme

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