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The
Baha'i teachings prescribe daily prayer and intimate communion with God
as the foundation for a life devoted to
spiritual advancement and service to humanity. 
"Intone,
O My servant, the verses of God that have been received by thee, as
intoned by them who have drawn nigh unto Him, that the sweetness of thy
melody may kindle thine own soul, and attract the hearts of all men."
-
Bahá'u'lláh
In
addition to practicing private prayer and meditation, Baha'is gather in
their homes and communities for collective
worship. Devotional gatherings are scheduled regularly to share a
devotional spirit of joy, love and fellowship. Readings are taken from
the Baha'i writings and the scriptures of Christianity, Islam, Judaism,
Hinduism, Zoroastrianism and Buddhism. Participants are encouraged to
bring their prayer books or favorite passages from the scriptures to
share. These gatherings often offer prayers for healing or assistance
to those in need. Musical selections are diverse, coming from a variety
of cultures and styles. There is no established ritual and no
solicitation of funds. Light refreshments are often served. |
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