Principles and Teachings

	Basic Principles of the Bahá’í Faith:
	•	The oneness of humanity
	•	The foundation of all religions is one
	•	Religion must be the cause of unity
	•	Religion must be in accord with science and reason
	•	Independent investigation of truth
	•	Equality between men and women
	•	The abolition of all forms of prejudice
	•	Universal peace
	•	Universal education
	•	A universal auxiliary language
	•	Spiritual solution to economic problems
	•	An international tribunal

	Some Other Teachings:
	•	We are created as noble and spiritual beings
	•	The family is the foundation of human society
	•	Marriage is a means for spiritual development of both partners
	•	Consultation is a dynamic process for finding truth and for solving conflicts and problems
	•	Living a moral life has a direct influence on our spiritual happiness and development
	•	The soul continues after death

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