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History of Baha'i - Israel Relationship

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Introduction One of the very important chapters in the political record of Bahai Faith is the sincere relations and close cooperation of the leaders of the sect with Zionists in general and the occupier regime of Ghods in particular. History bears witness that the relations between the Bahai leaders with Zionism has a record much longer than the life of the "Israeli regime". Ben Zvi (a Zionist activist and later the president of Israel) has confessed to his meeting (along with his wife) with Abbas Afandi in the Behji Palace (in Akka) and put the date of the meeting between 1909-1910, some forty years before the establishment of Israel (1948) which shows the strategic depth of the relations between Bahai heads and Zionists. Historical evidences also show the relations between Abbas Afandi with members of the Rochild Family who were the main organizers and investors of the plot for settlement of Jews in Palestine. So, why do Zionists support Bahai Faith to such an extent? Did t

Baha'i Faith and Zionism

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  In fact, today Zionism carries a general meaning . Zionism is not a religion but rather the combination of a hegemonist ideal and a chauvinist creed, seething with that aspiration . The objective of Zionism, under the garb of Judaism , is something beyond a theocratic rule . In reality, Judaism is a shield for Zionism. With the information we have so far gathered about Bahaism, we can easily find out the close connection between ideals of this schismatic group and those of Zionism. The headquarter of Bahaism is in a land where Zionism was imposed, both according to the hegemonist tendencies of imperialism. There are ample evidences that the old master of imperialism , Britain , has taken care of Bahaism and called for amicable ties between the Bahais and the Zionists.

Co-operation between the State of Israel and Bahai Faith

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 1-Bahai Faith is officially recognized in State of Israel. 2-All their possessions and properties are being exempted from Government taxes and duties and even for their necessary imports the Baha’is enjoy exemption of custom duties. 3-The publication of Bahai news and information in Israeli news paper and their broadcast over the Israeli radio is permissible and moreover radio Israel sometimes congratulates the Baha’is on their festivals 4- Mrs. Ruhiya Rabbani in one newspaper where she had said “I prefer that the youngest religion i.e. Bahai Faith grows and expands in the most newly country in the world i.e. Israel. we belong to this place and have attachment to each other and in fact it must be said that the future of us and Israel is like the rings of one chain connected to each other.” 5-When a Baha’i from other country wants to visit State of Israel, the Israel security exempts the Baha’is from rigorous questioning, if he shows the letter from the UNIVERSAL HOUSE OF

Conversation between General Allenby and Abdul Baha

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General Allenby It appears that General Allenby, Commander-in-Chief of the British forces, had called upon him at Haifa a week ago and at the Master's wish had driven with him to Acre and taken tea at Bahje, outside the city. The party included Lady Allenby, General Bols, Chief of the General Staff, and also Colonel Staunton, Military Governor of Haifa, who has become a firm friend and promises to do all possible for Abdul Baha and the Movement generally. I cannot report the intensely interesting conversation between General Allenby and Abdul Baha, because it was of a private nature. Sufficient to say, that the Commander-in-Chief was deeply impressed, and asked for literature on the Baha'i Movement, with which I have since provided him. Abdul Baha has now been visited by all the important military personages in Palestine, including the Commander-in-Chief, General Sir Arthur Money, Chief Administrator, General Ronald Storrs, Military Governor of Jerusalem, and many military he

Connection between Baha'i Faith and Israel - By Mr Yair Lapid

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A Message from President of Israel -Isaac Herzog to Baha'is

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The Support of State of Israel to Bahai Faith

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 (a) The Israeli president and his wife Mrs. Ben Zoy paid a scheduled visit to the holy sites of Mount Carmel, following the reception given in their honor at the home of His Holiness Abdul-Baha.” (b) “The Israeli Government’s relations with His Holiness Vali Amrollah and the international Bahai delegation are friendly and sincere. It is a pleasure that successes have been achieved in recognition of the faith in the holy land.” (c) 12th November 1952, Contract was signed with the Development Authority of the State of Israel whereby the Bahá’í Community secured some 40 Acres of land surrounding the sacred Shrine of Bahá’u’lláh. (d) January 1954,(On the behalf of the Guardian, Shoghi Effendi) The President of the International Bahá’í Council (Charles Mason Remey who later on was declared a Covenant Breaker) and Secretary General (Leroy Ioas), asked permission to call on the President of the State of Israel to greet him officially. (e) Many years ago, the following statemen

The establishment of the first academic Chair for Baha'i Studies at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem, Israel

  The establishment of the first academic Chair for Baha'i Studies at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem—with the mission of promoting understanding of this new Faith and studying its history, its teachings, and its role in the modern world—represents a significant step in the institutionalized study of the Baha'i Faith.   In the words of Professor Menachem Magidor, president of the Hebrew University, the establishment of the Chair signifies "interfaith, intercultural, and interethnic discourse between people of different convictions and different beliefs." And as he remarked at the dedication of the Chair, "While we are definitely a Jewish university, we should be an intellectual bridge between Jewish culture and other religions."   Following the event at the Hebrew University, a second event commemorating the foundation of the Chair was held on 25 June 1999 at the Baha'i World Centre in Haifa. This gathering focused on the evolution of Baha'

Secret Baha’i agenda for entire world prepared in 1953

In 1953 as per instruction from Shoghi Effendi NSA of Iran has prepared a planning for entire world, in the name of religion he has planned to established Israel espionage department in each and every countries, specially Arabs countries who were opposing establishment of Israel, none of divine religion so far has made such planning in fact divine religion does not need such planning, else if their aim is otherwise. I would like the readers to read this documents and pay attention the important agenda to established NSA of Israel in each and every country, and it is interesting to know that in Israel teaching and conversion activities are banned, so what is need of establishing NSA of Israel in all these countries, nothing but establishing espionage den or creating estate within the estate.

The policy of not teaching Baha'i faith to Israelis

For your information, the people in Israel have access to factual information about the Faith, its history and general principles . Books concerning the Faith are available in libraries throughout Israel, and Israelis are welcome to visit the Shrines and the surrounding gardens. However, in keeping with a policy that has been strictly followed since the days of Bahá'u'lláh, Bahá'ís do not teach the Faith in Israel. Likewise, the Faith is not taught to Israelis abroad if they intend to return to Israel. When Israelis ask about the Faith, their questions are answered, but this is done in a manner which provides factual information without stimulating further interest. - Universal House of Justice   https://bahai-library.com/uhj_teaching_in_israel

Netanyahu’s visit to the main center of the Baha’i organization in Haifa

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The prime minister of the Zionist regime, along with his wife, visited the World Center of the Baha’i faith (known as the Universal House of Justice) in the city of Haifa (Mount Carmel). According to Tasnim News Agency, Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of the Zionist regime, along with his wife, visited the World Center of the Baha’i sect (known as Universal House of Justice), located in Haifa City (Mount Carmel).     The presence of this senior Zionist official in the main center of the sect, which has not happened in the open before, was made on the pretext of the birth of Hossein Ali Nouri ( Baha'u'llah)

Extension of Baha'i Properties in Israel

THE UNIVERSAL HOUSE OF JUSTICE  Bahá’í World Centre • P.O. Box 155 • 31001 Haifa, Israel  Tel: 972 (4) 835 8358 • Fax: 972 (4) 835 8280 • Email: secretariat@bwc.org 12 May 2008  To all National Spiritual Assemblies  Dear Bahá’í Friends,  As the worldwide Bahá’í community proceeds with a unified and coordinated endeavour to advance the process of entry by troops, developments of far-reaching significance at the Bahá’í World Centre, foreshadowed in our message of Ridván 2006 to the Bahá’ís of the world, are now occurring.  The way has been opened to further beautification of the environs of the Shrine of Bahá’u’lláh, the Qiblih of the people of Bahá, described by ‘Abdu’l-Bahá as the “luminous Shrine” and “the place around which circumambulate the Concourse on high”. After negotiations over several years, agreement has been reached with the Israeli government for the acquisition of a rectangular plot of land 90,000 square metres in area, located between Bahjí

Frequently Asked Questions about Baha'i Faith

Enclosed is an extract from an  article titled "The Fourth Faith"  by a Jewish journalist, who asks many unusual (embarrassing questions) about the Bahai Faith's world center at Haifa most non-baha'is do not know about.   1)    Why are Baha'i s not allowed to teach their Faith in the State of Israel?   2)   Why is there no other Baha'i community in any other part of  Israel except those 700 volunteers who work at the BWC in Haifa and  Acre?   3)   Why is if an inquirer (citizen from the state) wished to become a Baha'i there request would be refused, unless they left Israel and became a citizen of another country?   4)    Why are young Baha'i s who work at the Baha'i center not allowed to date, become engaged or marry any citizen in the state of Israel ?   5)   Why do Baha'i s insist that their presence in Haifa is that they have brought tremendous economic benefit to the city, surely this is a materialistic rather than a spirit

Israel Postal Authority issued A stamp featuring the Seat of the Universal House of Justice

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  A stamp featuring the Seat of the Universal House of Justice was issued by the Philatelic Service of the Israel Postal Authority on 16 February as part of an ongoing series of stamps in honor of the religions represented in the Holy Land. The design for the stamp was chosen in a national contest. Baha'i stamp issued in Israel, 1993 A Baha'i stamp and accompanying first day cover were issued by the Israel Postal Authority as part of a series of stamps in honor of the religions represented in the Holy Land.    In April 1985, the House of Justice created an international agency to coordinate relations with the media and other information sources, the Office of Public Information, with its headquarters in Haifa. (BAHAI WORLD 1992-1993)

Gov't renews tax-exempt status of Bahai Center

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  Gov't renews tax-exempt status of Bahai Center http://www.jpost.com/NationalNews/Article.aspx?id=262554 By JEREMY SHARON 03/20/2012 03:19 Tax arrangement was originally agreed upon between the state and the Bahai movement in 1987.    The Justice Ministry announced on Monday that it has renewed a deal with the Bahai World Center in Israel exempting it from indirect taxes for another five-year term. The announcement comes ahead of the holiday of Naw-Ruz, the Bahai New Year that takes place on Wednesday. The tax arrangement was originally agreed upon between the state and the Bahai movement in 1987. Representatives of the Bahai faith, headed by Albert Lincoln, the secretary-general of the center, welcomed the signing of the agreement, which he said benefits both Israel and the Bahai community. The Bahai religion was founded in Iran in 1844 as a universalist monotheistic faith and claims more than five million followers worldwide. Per