Bahá’í Prayers

Sacred prayers from the Bahá’í Faith

Bahá’i Prayers — Sacred prayers from the Bahá’í Faith

A quiet place to read and return to the revealed prayers — morning, evening, and every occasion between.

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Intone, O My servants, 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

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Every dayObligatory Daily PrayersThe short, medium, and long obligatory prayers, with guidance on how each is observed.In sicknessPrayers for HealingThe Long Healing Prayer and other prayers said for the body and the spirit.In griefPrayers for the DepartedPrayers for those who have passed on, and comfort for those who remain.

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August 25

O Thou compassionate Lord, Thou Who art generous and able! We are servants of Thine sheltered beneath Thy providence.

From Prayers for Humanity

O Thou compassionate Lord, Thou Who art generous and able! We are servants of Thine sheltered beneath Thy providence. Cast Thy glance of favor upon us. Give light to our eyes, hearing to our ears, and understanding and love to our hearts. Render our souls joyous and happy through Thy glad tidings. O Lord! Point out to us the pathway of Thy kingdom and resuscitate all of us through the breaths of the Holy Spirit. Bestow upon us life everlasting and confer upon us never-ending honor. Unify mankind and illumine the world of humanity. May we all follow Thy pathway, long for Thy good pleasure and seek the mysteries of Thy kingdom. O God! Unite us and connect our hearts with Thy indissoluble bond. Verily, Thou art the Giver, Thou art the Kind One and Thou art the Almighty.

‘Abdu’l-Bahá

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Obligatory PrayerThe daily obligation, and how it is observed.6 pagesDevotionalsPrograms, gatherings, and readings for devotional meetings.2 pagesHours of the DayFor waking, for nightfall, for the small hours.3 pagesHealing and HardshipIn sickness, in trial, in grief, in fear.8 pagesFamily and Loved OnesHouseholds, children, marriage, and those we carry.9 pagesThe Spiritual LifeNearness, detachment, steadfastness, praise.8 pagesCommunity and ServiceUnity, teaching, and the affairs of the Cause.8 pagesHoly Days and SeasonsThe Fast, the Twin Birthdays, the divine springtime.6 pagesTablets and CollectionsLonger works and newly translated selections.4 pages

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