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October 2019 will mark the 200th anniversary of the birth of the forerunner and herald of the Baha’i Faith, the Bab, whose dramatic ministry paved the way for the appearance of Baha’u’llah.
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Metro Atlanta cluster gathered
Friends in the Metro Atlanta cluster gathered yesterday for prayer, song, a dance.
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Carrying special invitations
Youths and children prepare gifts with inspirational quote
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Spirit lifters for hospitalized children
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Celebrating bicentenary with diversity
Diverse cultures, languages, and faiths come together to celebrate.
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Bonfire Devotions
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Chicago Architecture Center’s annual Open House
Visitors celebrate the beauty of the Temple before leading up to the Bicentenary
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Bicentenario del Nacimiento del Bab
Vickery Meadow Community in Dallas, TX Celebrate Bicentenary
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Theater and arts celebrate the Bab
Crafts, music, drama, and film to celebrate the Bab