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The Bahai's House of Worship
This distinctive lotus shaped marvel in marble is surrounded
by a landscaped garden and is a symbol of peace.
Even if your visit to this temple is short, it will certainly
enhance your thoughtfulness due to the warmth and genuineness
of this place. Similar in style to the Sydney opera house
is this white marble and concrete structure in the shape
of a lotus flower. This is the Asian headquarters of the
Bahai faith, and a circular temple that is open to all.
It looks particularly spectacular at dusk when it is floodlit. |
Design & Patterns
You will be spellbound by the sacredness of this place.
The number nine, represents the highest digit and, in
the Bahai faith, it represents unity. The nine pools on
the elevated platform signify the green leaves of the
lotus -- and cool the stark, elegant interior. The lotus
shaped structure has two layers: nine white marble-covered
petals that point to heaven, and nine petals that conceal
the portals. The interior conforms to that of all Bahai
temples: there are no religious icons, just copies of
the Holy Scriptures and wooden pews.Develop your strength
of character and sense of discipline through prayer and
meditation. Bahai faith believe that these are important
instruments for the progress of the human soul, both in
this world and the next. The Bahai is pray to one God,
the Creator of the Universe. The act of praying is described
as 'Conversation with God' and meditation is perceived
as the 'Key for opening the doors of mysteries'. In that
state, man withdraws himself from all outside objects
and immerses himself in the ocean of spiritual life.

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