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March 11,2019, The Islander, Page 7 BAH A’ f FAITH he tabernacle of unity hath been raised; egard ye not one another as strangers. Ye are the fruits of one tree and the leaves of one branch. All Baha’i Houses of Worship, including the Temple of Germany, share certain architectural elements, some of which are specified by Baha’i scripture. An essential architectural character of a House of Worship is a nine sided circular shape. While all current Baha’i Houses of Worship have a dome. The buildings are dedicated to the three fundamental truths of the Baha’i Religion: the oneness of God, the oneness of His Messengers and the oneness of mankind. Baha’i scripture also states that no pictures, statues or images be displayed within the House of Worship and no pulpits or altars be incorporated as an architectural feature. The Baha’i House of Worship-Germany, also known as Mother Temple of Europe, was completed in July 1964, and In 1987 the House of Worship was declared a cultural monument by the State of Hesse. PRAYER FOR AMERICA O Thou Kind Lord! This gathering is turning to Thee. These hearts are radiant with Thy love. These minds and spirits are exhilarated by the message of thy Glad-tidings. O God! Let this American democracy become glorious in spiritual degrees even as it has aspired to material degrees, and render this just government victorious. Confirm this revered nation to upraise the standard of the oneness of humanity, to promulgate the Most Great Peace, to become thereby most glorious and praiseworthy among the nations of the world. O God! This American nation is worthy of Thy favors and is deserving of Thy mercy. Make it precious and near to Thee through thy bounty and bestowal Prayer by AbduT-Baha' - Chicago 1912 BAHA'I teachings * Oneness of God* * Oneness of Religion* * Oneness of Mankind* "Equality of Men and Women* *Harmony of Science & Religion* independent Investigation of Truth* *Universal Peace* *Universal Education* *Elimination of all forms of prejudice* Information Weekly Devotional/ Prayer Gatherings 800-22-UNITE Call for Time and Location www.bahai.uswww.bahai.org (912) 275-7694
