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Followers of Bahá'u'lláh around the world believe
that the purpose of religion is to be the cause of love and unity.
They believe that religion must call upon the people of every race,
nation, culture, religion and class to regard themselves as one
family.
Bahá'ís think of the earth as one country and
humanity as its citizens who are encouraged to develop capacities
such as kindness, generosity, honesty, loyalty and love.
Members of the Bahá'í world community recognise
Bahá'u'lláh's message as divinely revealed guidance
for the age in which we live - guidance that honours the ancient
spiritual truths of all the world religions combined with specific
guidance for the challenges of today's society.
Bahá'ís come from all walks of life, all cultures,
all religions and no religion. They include rich, poor, young, old,
educated and uneducated. People become Bahá'ís at
all stages of spiritual growth.
There is no special ceremony or ritual involved in becoming
a Bahá'í. Individuals of 15 years and older can become
registered members of the Bahá'í Faith at any time.
Registration as a Bahá'í usually means completing
a membership card so that you can take part in the life of the Bahá'í
community. To meet your local Baha'is so you can ask any questions.
There is no compulsory giving of funds to the Faith, contributions
are a matter solely for the individual. Uniquely, the Bahá'í
Faith does not accept contributions from people who are not Bahá'ís.
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