# bahai.mu ## Posts - [The Twin Anniversaries](https://bahai.mu/the-twin-anniversaries/): Each year, the Bahá’í calendar marks a period of profound reverence and universal joy—the Twin Holy Birthdays, commemorating the births of the Báb (1819) and Bahá’u’lláh (1817), two Central Figures of the Bahá’í Faith. According to the Islamic lunar calendar, the Báb was born on the first day of Muharram 1235, and Bahá’u’lláh on the second day of Muharram 1233. Yet, as Bahá’u’lláh Himself declared: “In the sight of God, these two days are accounted as one.” Though separated by only two years, these two Divine Manifestations ushered in a new era for humanity—the dawn of a Revelation of unprecedented […] - [Beyond the Bottom Line: A New Perspective on Eradicating Poverty](https://bahai.mu/beyond-the-bottom-line-a-new-perspective-on-eradicating-poverty/): October 17th marks the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, a day that prompts us to reflect on a deeply-rooted global challenge. While the world often focuses on material solutions to poverty, the Bahá’í International Community has long promoted for a more holistic approach, reminding us that a coherent relationship between the material and non-material dimensions of life is essential for building a truly just society. In a statement delivered to the Commission for Social Development in 2012, Bahá’í representatives highlighted a crucial insight that remains relevant today: focusing solely on wealth generation has not led to a widespread increase in the […] - [International Day of Peace: Will War ever End?](https://bahai.mu/international-day-of-peace-will-war-ever-end/): World peace is not a naïve dream, not a vague or pious hope, not even an option. World peace is inevitable. World peace — a cherished vision promised by many cultures throughout history — is at last within our reach. For the first time, we can see the Earth as a single whole, with all its peoples interconnected. This new awareness makes peace not only possible, but also unavoidable. It is, in fact, the next natural step in our evolution — the planetization of humankind. Since its inception in 1844, the Bahá’í Dispensation has not only called for the complete and unconditional […] - [Youth as Peacemakers](https://bahai.mu/youth-as-peacemakers/): Listen. Listen to your heart beating, not only for itself, but for every corner of the body. Peace is the pulse that gives life to humanity. The brain fires impulses, guidance for survival void of selfish ideals. True unity calls for thought, connection, and vision. Feel your lungs rise and fall like the tides, teaching us that peace is the shared breath of humanity, invisible yet omnipresent, wrapping us like a balm of hope. Our eyes, brown, blue, black, grey—the same light penetrates. Why should we differentiate? Let us view peace through diversity, resilience, and tolerance. It is time for […] - [Ridván, The King of Festivals of the Bahá’í Faith](https://bahai.mu/ridvan-the-king-of-festivals-of-the-bahai-faith/): Bahá’í communities around the world are preparing to celebrate Ridván, the holiest festival in the Bahá’í calendar, also known as the “King of Festivals.” This celebration extends from late April to early May. The twelve-day period commemorates the historic event of 1863, when Bahá’u’lláh, the Prophet-Founder of the Bahá’í Faith, declared His mission as a Messenger of God for a new era while staying in a garden on the banks of the Tigris River in Baghdad, Iraq. The word Ridván, meaning “paradise,” refers to that garden where Bahá’u’lláh revealed the fundamental spiritual principles of this new faith, centered on unity, peace, […] - [International Youth Day](https://bahai.mu/international-youth-day/): The Bahá’í community of Mauritius will host a gathering on Sunday, 1 September 2024, starting at 9:30 a.m., dedicated to exploring the role of youth in the transformation of society. Although great economic and social progress has been achieved over recent decades, the present generation of young people finds itself both witness to and inheritor of unprecedented changes in society—accompanied by disturbances and challenges that transcend borders: the loss of biodiversity, extremes of wealth and poverty, the erosion of trust in institutions, polarization of opinions and divisions within society; the scourges of drug abuse and violence with their consequences for […] - [Mother's Day](https://bahai.mu/mothers-day/): On June 2, 2024, the national Bahá’í community of Mauritius organized a special event to celebrate Mother’s Day and to explore the theme of gender equality at the Bahá’í Convention Centre. The gathering brought together guests from all walks of life — members of religious associations, non-governmental organizations, politicians, academics, and Bahá’ís — to pay tribute to mothers and to discuss the importance of gender equality in society. The ceremony began with an interfaith prayer session dedicated to mothers around the world. The keynote presentation focused on one of the fundamental principles of the Bahá’í Faith, proclaimed by Bahá’u’lláh, the […] ## Pages - [news](https://bahai.mu/news/): Stay connected with the latest news and articles from our Bahá’í community Official news source of the Mauritian Bahá’í community International News Discourses of Society Events Holy Days Youth All Posts - [contact us](https://bahai.mu/contact-us/): Contact us We’d love to hear from you Feel free to write or call us if you would like to learn more about the Bahá’í Faith or connect with Bahá’ís in your area. Frequently Asked Questions Is the Bahá’í Faith a philosophy, a sect or a religion? The Bahá’í Faith is a monotheistic religion based on the teachings of the Báb and Bahá’u’lláh. The Bahá’í Faith accepts the validity of all the other major world religions, but it is not a sect or offshoot of any of them. 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Youth empowerment is a major focus, encouraging young people to contribute to the betterment of society. Bahá’ís reside in well over 100,000 locaties in the world Present across all districts in Mauritius Introduced in Mauritius after the arrival of a Bahá’í pioneer in 1953 […] - [home](https://bahai.mu/): Let your vision be world embracing Bahá’u’lláh Learn More Welcome to the Bahá’í Community of Mauritius The Bahá’í Faith, born in 1844, is a world religion whose purpose is to unite all the races and peoples of the world in one universal Cause and one common Faith. Bahá’ís believe the crucial need facing humanity is to find a unifying vision of the future of society and of the nature and purpose of life. Such a vision unfolds in the Writings of Bahá’u’lláh. Learn More Oneness of God Oneness of Humanity Oneness of Religions Equality between Men and Women Independent Investigation […] [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)